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Related: About this forumQuestion from an onion novice.
This is my first year to grow onions. I have some Copras out that should mature in about a month. Can I start another planting of them then? Is it too hot in the summer or should I wait until spring?
NEOhiodemocrat
(912 posts)I put onions in whenever in the summer. They are not like spinach or peas that need the cooler weather, they should do fine.
TNDemo
(3,452 posts)I may order some more sets.
Javaman
(63,069 posts)Short day onions do better in the winter.
I'm pulling the last of my short day out now, I planted long day red onions a month ago.
what temp zone do you live in?
TNDemo
(3,452 posts)Are Copras long day or short day?
Javaman
(63,069 posts)Also they store really well.
Good luck and post picts when you harvest.
Cheers!
HopeHoops
(47,675 posts)The latter two put out extensive root systems even if the produce isn't edible because of weather. That builds the soil. Onions are just good. They grow easily from seed and sets, but seed is cheaper. You can also sow them in the late summer and over-winter them for spring harvest.
TNDemo
(3,452 posts)But they are taking for-dang-ever.