{"product_id":"onion-white-sweet-spanish","title":"ONION-WHITE SWEET SPANISH","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to grow White Sweet Spanish Onions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSelect a sunny spot that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUse fertile, well-drained loamy or sandy soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAdjust pH to 6.0-7.0 for optimal growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWork compost or well-rotted manure into the top 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) of soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePlant Seeds \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edirectly or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRaise seedlings at a soil temperature of 13-24°C (55-75°F).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Depth \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1-1.5 cm (0.4-0.6 inches) deep\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eSpace \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eplants 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) apart and rows 30-45 cm (12-18 inches) apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eptimal growing temperature is 13-25°C (55-77°F).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSeedlings tolerate light frost but protect plants from prolonged freezing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eater consistently to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReduce watering as the bulbs mature to prevent rot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eApply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer every 3-4 weeks during early growth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReduce nitrogen in later stages to promote bulb development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCover with 2-3 cm (1 inch) layer of organic mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeed regularly to minimize competition for nutrients and sunlight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInspect plants for pests like onion maggots or thrips and use organic sprays or companion planting for protection.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePractice crop rotation to prevent fungal diseases like downy mildew.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBulbs are ready to harvest 100-120 days after planting .  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen the tops yellow and fall over, gently pull bulbs from the soil.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCure bulbs in a warm, dry, and ventilated area (21-27°C or 70-80°F) for 10-14 days.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStore cured onions in a cool, dry place (2-4°C or 35-40°F) for long-term use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional growing tips for White Sweet Spanish Onions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePush the Soil Back from the Bulbs a\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003es the bulbs start to form to allow more exposure to air and prevent rot. This practice, called \"bulb popping,\" can lead to larger, healthier onions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDon't Bend the Tops Too Soon  \u003c\/b\u003eor you\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e can stunt bulb growth. Let the tops naturally yellow and fall over on their own for best results.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrim Seedlings for Stronger Growth i\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ef you are starting seeds indoors.  Trimming to 7-8 cm (3 inches) tall encourages thicker, sturdier stems and prevents them from becoming leggy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOnions Love Epsom Salt \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e(magnesium sulfate) sprinkled around the plants to promote strong roots and improve bulb development. Use sparingly—about 1 tablespoon per square meter (10 square feet).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprinkle  Ash for Pest Control \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003earound the base of onion plants to deter pests like onion maggots and slugs while also adding potassium to the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRotate Crops Religiously \u003c\/b\u003eas o\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003enions are heavy feeders and prone to soil-borne diseases.  Never plant them in the same spot two years in a row; rotate with legumes or leafy greens for healthier crops.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid Over-Fertilizing with Nitrogen \u003c\/b\u003ewhich e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003encourages lush green tops but results in small bulbs.  Switch to a low-nitrogen fertilizer or stop fertilizing altogether once the bulbs start to swell.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUse Coffee Grounds \u003c\/b\u003emixed \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003einto the soil to provide slow release of nitrogen and improve soil texture. This practice has been reported to encourage steady onion growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompanion Plant with Marigolds \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eas a natural deterrent to thrips and aphids, making them a great addition to your onion patch.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvest according to Moon Phases \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eduring the waning moon phase, which is said to helps with better curing and storage longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSingling Out Crowded Plants \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003egives more room for bulbs to grow but also provides young green onions for fresh use. These \"thinnings\" are sweet and tender!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpraying with Compost Tea  as a f\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eoliar spray (made from steeped compost) can give onions a mid-season nutrient boost, improving both growth and resistance to disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDon't Water Right Before Harvest \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eto allow the onions to \"cure\" slightly in the soil. This prevents bulbs from becoming too moist, which can lead to rot during storage. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb style=\"font-style: inherit;\"\u003eBe Patient for Bigger Bulbs \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e which  grow significantly in the final 2-3 weeks before harvest. Resist the urge to harvest too soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHeritage of White Sweet Spanish Onions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhite Sweet Spanish onions are a classic variety with a heritage rooted in traditional farming practices. They originated in Spain, renowned for cultivating large, mild, and sweet onions. Spanish onions gained popularity for their versatile culinary uses, from fresh salads to caramelized dishes. Their large white bulbs and sweet flavor profile make them a preferred choice for onion enthusiasts worldwide. Over generations, this heirloom onion variety has been valued for its excellent storage capacity and adaptability to diverse climates, continuing to be a staple in home gardens and commercial agriculture alike.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Direct Compost Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55020601442676,"sku":"OWSS","price":3.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/7171\/7748\/files\/ONION_WHITE_SWEET_SPANISH.webp?v=1785570856","url":"https:\/\/directcompostsolutions.com\/products\/onion-white-sweet-spanish","provider":"DIRECT COMPOST SOLUTIONS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}