Total Number of seeds: 400
Onion Sukh Sagar Seeds 🧅✨
Onion Sukh Sagar Seeds grow into bulbs with a striking dark red color and a globular shape. Known for their extremely high pungency, these onions stand out with their exceptional shelf life, surpassing other varieties. With a bulb size of 90-120 grams, they are perfect for both home and commercial use. Sukh Sagar onions are ideal for Rabi season cultivation and are valued for their durability and flavor.
About This Item 🌿
- Type of Seeds: Open Pollinated, Non-Hybrid, Non-GMO
- Germination Time: 6-10 days
- Hours of Sunlight: Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily
- Where to Grow: Gardens, raised beds, or pots
- Growing Season: Best sown between July and November
- Seeds Sowing Depth: 1/2 inch deep
- Ideal Climate: Cool and dry conditions
- Shape: Globular
- Size: 90-120 grams
- Bulb Color: Attractive dark red
- Pungency: Very high
- Days to Maturity: 120-150 days
- Organic Fertilizer Requirement: Use every 2-3 weeks
- Life Span: Biennial, grown annually
- Ideal Growing Temperature: 12-25°C
- Harvesting Time: Ready in 120-150 days
- Maintenance Required: Moderate; requires thinning and regular watering
- Watering Frequency: Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging
- Ideal Grow Bag Size: 15-18 inches
What Size Grow Bag is Best For Onion Sukh Sagar Seeds
Growing Season in India 🇮🇳🌞
Onion Sukh Sagar Seeds thrive in Rabi season conditions. Sowing from July to November ensures a bountiful harvest with dark red, pungent onions that store exceptionally well.
How to Grow in Pots 🪴
- Choose a Pot: Use a 15-18 inch pot with proper drainage.
- Soil Preparation: Use loose, well-draining soil mixed with compost.
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep and cover with soil.
- Sunlight: Place the pot where it gets 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering.
- Thinning: Thin seedlings to 4-6 inches apart to ensure good bulb growth.
- Harvesting: Harvest when the tops dry and bulbs reach the desired size.
Seeds Sowing Method 🌾
- Preparation: Use nutrient-rich, loose soil.
- Sowing: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep and space them 4-6 inches apart.
- Watering: Water immediately after sowing to maintain moisture.
- Germination: Seeds sprout within 6-10 days.
- Thinning: Space plants properly for optimal bulb development.
Plant Care Tips 🍀
- Sunlight: Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Soil: Use well-draining soil to prevent root rot.
- Fertilization: Apply organic fertilizer every 2-3 weeks.
- Pruning: Remove yellowing leaves to maintain plant health.
- Pest Control: Use neem oil to manage pests like onion thrips.
- Disease Prevention: Ensure good airflow to prevent fungal infections.
How to Fertilize Vegetable Plants Effectively
1. Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers
When your plants begin flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Vermicompost. This helps in boosting the bloom and enhances overall yield.
2. Use Organic Fertilizers
Feed your plants with organic fertilizers such as Cow Dung Manure or Neem Cake. Organic options promote healthy soil life.
3. Regular Feeding
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days to ensure plants receive a steady supply of nutrients. Choose from various options like Cocopeat Compost for moisture retention.
Special Features 🌟
Sukh Sagar onions are known for their dark red color, very high pungency, and exceptional shelf life. These onions maintain their quality even under long storage, making them perfect for commercial purposes and distant markets. Their strong flavor makes them ideal for pickling and cooking.
Benefits/Uses 🍽️
These onions are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are widely used in salads, curries, and pickles due to their pungent flavor. Their long shelf life ensures a continuous supply for home or market use.
Precautions While Growing ⚠️
- Avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot.
- Space plants properly to avoid overcrowding.
- Monitor regularly for pests to prevent crop loss.
Common Problems Affecting Plants and Solutions 🐛❗
- Pests: Use neem oil for managing thrips.
- Diseases: Avoid waterlogging to prevent fungal infections.
- Sunburn: Provide partial shade during extreme heat.
lakshmi
within 4 days got germination