Total Number of seeds: 400
Black Onion Seeds 🧅🌱
Black Onion Seeds produce unique, blackish-red bulbs that are flattish and round in shape. Each bulb weighs about 80-90 grams and has a high water content, making it juicy and flavorful. These onions mature in 135-140 days from sowing and are known for fetching premium prices in the market due to their attractive color and shape.
About This Item 🌿
- Type of Seeds: Open Pollinated Black Onion Seeds
- Germination Time: 7-10 days
- Hours of Sunlight: Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily
- Where to Grow: Suitable for gardens, kitchen gardens, or large pots
- Growing Season: Can be sown year-round based on local climate
- Seeds Sowing Depth: 1/2 inch deep
- Ideal Climate: Warm and sunny conditions
- Plant Height: Grows up to 1-1.5 feet tall
- Organic Fertilizer Requirement: Use balanced organic fertilizer every 2-3 weeks
- Life Span: Annual plant (grows and produces in one season)
- Ideal Growing Temperature: 18-25°C
- Harvesting Time: Ready to harvest in 135-140 days
- Maintenance Required: Low; requires regular watering
- Watering Frequency: Keep the soil consistently moist
- Ideal Grow Bag Size: Use a 12-15 inch grow bag for best growth
What Size Grow Bag is Best
Growing Season in India 🇮🇳🌞
In India, Black Onion Seeds can be sown year-round depending on local climate conditions. These onion plants thrive in warm weather and need full sunlight for optimal growth.
How to Grow in Pots 🪴
- Choose a Pot: Use a pot that is 12-15 inches wide and deep.
- Soil Preparation: Fill the pot with loose, well-draining soil mixed with compost.
- Sowing Depth: Plant the seeds 1/2 inch deep in the soil.
- Sunlight: Place the pot in a sunny spot with 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid over-watering.
- Spacing: Ensure enough space between plants to avoid overcrowding.
Seeds Sowing Method 🌾
- Preparation: Use loose, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
- Sowing: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep and space the plants 6-8 inches apart.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting.
- Germination: Seeds will sprout in 7-10 days.
- Transplanting: Transplant seedlings when they are 4-6 inches tall with 2-3 true leaves.
Plant Care Tips 🍀
- Sunlight: Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Soil: Use nutrient-rich, well-draining soil.
- Fertilization: Apply balanced organic fertilizer every 2-3 weeks.
- Pruning: Remove yellow or damaged leaves to promote healthy growth.
- Support and Spacing: Space the plants properly to allow good airflow.
- Pest Control: Check for pests like onion flies and treat promptly.
- Disease Prevention: Avoid over-watering to prevent root rot.
How to Fertilize Plants:
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Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers: When the plants start flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers. This helps the plants produce more High Yield
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Use Organic Fertilizers: Feed your plants with organic fertilizers like vermicompost or cow manure.
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Regular Feeding: Apply fertilizers at regular intervals, ideally every 20-25 day
Special Features 🌟
Black Onion Seeds produce unique blackish-red bulbs that are flattish-round in shape and have high water content. These onions are known for their juicy texture and attractive appearance, making them highly sought after in the market.
Benefits/Uses 🍽️
These flavorful onions are perfect for salads, stir-fries, and as a topping for various dishes. Their juicy texture and unique color make them a premium choice for fresh use or culinary presentations.
Precautions While Growing ⚠️
When growing Black Onion Seeds, ensure the soil is loose and well-draining. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but avoid waterlogging. Monitor for pests and diseases to keep the plants healthy.
Common Problems Affecting Plants and Solutions 🐛❗
Common issues include pests like onion flies and diseases like white rot. To prevent these problems, ensure good airflow around the plants and use organic pest control methods. Remove affected leaves promptly to avoid disease spread.
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