Light Red Onion Desi Vegetable Seeds

Product Description

• Germination Time: 7-14 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: Suitable for all seasons, best in moderate climates
• Plant Height: 12-18 inches
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant per week
• Life Span: Approximately 4-6 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 20-30°C
• Harvesting Time: 90-120 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 12x24 grow bag, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bag
• Number of Seeds: 100+

Specifications of Light Red Onion Seeds

Light Red Onions are popular for their mild flavor and versatility in culinary uses. They can be grown in various containers including grow bags and pots, ensuring good airflow to prevent fungal issues.

Benefits / Uses of Light Red Onions

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber
• Excellent for adding flavor to dishes and salads
• Open-pollinated seeds allow for harvesting and replanting

Planting and Care for Light Red Onions

• Sowing Light Red Onion Seeds: Plant seeds in well-draining soil, 1/4 inch deep. Maintain soil moisture without waterlogging.
• Growing Light Red Onions: Requires moderate watering and prefers loose, fertile soil. Provide adequate sunlight and protect young seedlings from direct sunlight until established.
• Harvesting Light Red Onions: Harvest when bulbs have reached desired size, typically 90-120 days after sowing.

Precautions While Growing Light Red Onions

• Use soil with good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to rot.
• Monitor for pests and diseases such as onion thrips and fungal infections; use appropriate organic treatments if needed.
• Maintain proper spacing to ensure good airflow and reduce the risk of fungal diseases.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Allium cepa
• Hindi: प्याज (Pyaaj)
• Bengali: পেঁয়াজ (Peyaj)
• Tamil: வெங்காயம் (Veṅkāyam)
• Telugu: ఉల్లిపాయ (Ullipay)
• Kannada: ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ (Eerulli)
• Malayalam: ഉള്ളി (Ulli)
• Marathi: कांदा (Kanda)

No. of Light Red Onion Seeds in a Packet

• 100+ seeds