poachedegg Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I was in Wilko's today to buy some rhubarb ( after Poets and OH's visit the other day!) and decided to buy a bag of red onions, however not really sure what to do with them. Come on wise ones - share your knowledge and enlighten me please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 They can go in the ground now, the closer you plant them the smaller they will grow but 2-4 inches between bulbs at at least 6 inches between rows is a guide The top should show above the soil but birds like to pull them out of the ground (just put them back in if that happens) I am starting mine in modules so they get roots before being planted so they aren't as easy for the bird to pull out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted February 24, 2009 Author Share Posted February 24, 2009 Could I plant them in pots? I have very limited space. And when are they ready? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Not 100% sure, I think its AUg/Sept time You can plant them in pots but dont plant too close to the sides to give them room to grow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAJ Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Onions sets like compacted soil - so press it down hard before planting - usually we cover with chicken wire for the first few weeks until they get established, otherwise birds can pick them up and move them for you! Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted February 24, 2009 Author Share Posted February 24, 2009 Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
