Considered one of the oldest cultivated plants, onions are thought to have originated in Central Asia. They have been cultivated for 5,000 years, but were likely consumed long before that because, ...

Enjoy flavorful onions year-round. You don't need a big garden to grow delicious onions at home—a bright location, the right container, and well-draining soil is all it takes to yield flavorful ...

Onions have been cultivated for over 5,000 years, and they have been used, not only for food, but for medicine for various illnesses and joint problems. Ancient Greek soldiers and athletes believed ...

Onions can be a great vegetable for backyard and container gardens. They take up minimal space, and are relatively forgiving for beginners; plus, they attract few pests. They also make excellent ...

Onions require a lot of light for active growth, so they should be placed on a windowsill where they will receive enough sunlight. A south or east window will be optimal, as they will provide the most ...

You might think it is still early to think about vegetable gardening. Of course the average last frost is still a ways off but many plants will tolerate some nighttime freezing and cool temperatures.

Like humans who have similar traits to our relatives, so does the plant genus, Allium, part of the Amaryllidaceae family. The Allium genus is made up of edibles (onion, garlic, leeks, chives) and ...

As our fall planting season winds down, we end with the onion family. This week we will be planting scallions, chives, and two varieties of onions. Earlier in the fall we planted onions and leeks.