Spring Onion – How to and Journal

FYI: different names for spring onions: see Spring Onions, Green Onions, Welsh Onions, or Scallions?

Spring Onions Growing Guide

When

8-12 weeks to mature
Soil

• SEEDS – if planting seeds, plant them shallow (about 1/2cm deep). Do not overwater seeds or they may rot before they can germinate
• fertilise soil (e.g. Blood & Bone) before planting

Position

• sun or partial shade
• can be planted in container or garden bed
• indoor/outdoor

Frost Tolerant

• Yes

Spacing

• only requires minimal spacing

Care

• keep well watered
• keep weed free
• will self seed if left to flower

Harvest

• whenever shoots reach usable size

Companions

beetroot, lettuce, strawberry, chamomile, cabbage

Avoid: beans, peas

 

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Progress of Our Spring Onions

I am just re-growing spring onions from the supermarket. Progress photos added when available.

Note: see Epsom Salt for the garden

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References:

• Guide to Growing Spring Onions, The MicroGardener
• Spring Onion Growing Guide; GrowVeg