Sambar Onion (Small Onion – Desi 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, prefers mild temperatures (avoid extreme cold)
• Plant Height: Grows up to 1-2 feet
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of well-decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant per week
• Life Span: 5-6 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: 20-30°C
• Harvesting Time: Approximately 90-120 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag, 12x24 grow bag, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bag, 36x24x12 grow bed
• Number of Seeds: 100+

Specifications of Sambar Onion Seeds

Sambar onions, also known as small onions, are popular for their intense flavor and culinary uses. These seeds are open-pollinated, allowing for seed saving from harvested onions.

Benefits / Uses of Sambar Onions

• Rich in essential nutrients like vitamins A, B, and C, iron, and potassium
• Used in traditional cooking for their unique taste and aroma

Planting and Care for Sambar Onions

• Sowing Sambar Onion Seeds: Plant seeds in well-draining soil, 1/2 inch deep. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination.
• Growing Sambar Onions: Prefers mild climates and well-drained soil. Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging. Maintain good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
• Harvesting Sambar Onions: Harvest bulbs when the tops have dried and fallen over. Allow onions to cure in a dry, airy place before storage.

Precautions While Growing Sambar Onions

• Use loamy, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8.
• Protect from pests and diseases like onion maggots and fungal infections with organic pest control methods.
• Ensure proper spacing to promote bulb development and airflow around plants.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Susceptible to pests like onion thrips and diseases such as fungal infections. Use neem oil or insecticidal soap for pest control.
• Address nutrient deficiencies with balanced organic fertilization. Monitor soil pH and adjust as needed.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Allium cepa
• Tamil: சாம்பார் வெங்காயம் (Sāmpār veṅkāyam)
• Malayalam: സാമ്ബാർ ഉള്ളി (Sāmbār uḷḷi)
• Kannada: ಸಾಂಬಾರ್ ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ (Sāmbār īruḷḷi)
• Telugu: సాంబార్ ఉల్లిపాయ (Sāmbār ullipāya)
• Marathi: सांबार प्याज (Sāmbār pyāja)
• Hindi: सांबार प्याज (Sāmbār pyāj)
• Bengali: সাম্বার পেঁয়াজ (Sāmbār peṅẏāja)

No. of Sambar Onion Seeds in a Packet

• 100+ seeds..