QUESTION: I'm growing onions and several onion alternatives in my garden. I'll harvest more than I can cure and use. How do you keep onions from rotting? - Tim S … [Read more...]
How do you dry onions in the sun?
QUESTION: How do you dry onions in the sun? Is this a faster way to cure them? -Phillip S … [Read more...]
How do you know when to harvest onions?
QUESTION: How do you know when to harvest onions? Is there a general rule I can follow or can you determine by the onion tops? -Gerald S … [Read more...]
How to Braid Onions for Long-Term Storage and Other Storing Techniques
by Matt Gibson Ever seen a dozen or so onions braided together in a natural chain hanging in your grandmother’s kitchen? The practice of braiding (or plaiting) onions for long-term storage dates back to the pioneer days, and is actually a wonderful way to store onions that … [Read more...]
How to Dry Onions For Storage
Most onions respond well to organic gardening methods, so if you decide to try some in your garden, you may end up with a bigger yield than you expect. So once again, you may be out canvassing the neighborhood with free veggies at the end of the season. If that doesn't appeal to … [Read more...]