A Detailed Guide to Methods and Tips for Growing Onions at Home

Sprouting method

The first method is to plant sprouted onions. First, take a few onions that have already sprouted, then remove the thin outer layer of skin, but be sure not to damage the roots at the bottom of the onion. Next, carefully cut the onion open, without cutting into or damaging the sprouting part in the middle. Then the rest of the onion can be removed, keeping the sprouting part in the middle for later use; note that the removed part should not be wasted, as it can be eaten. Choose a suitable flower pot and growing medium, plant the onion with its roots facing down into the soil, water appropriately, make sure it gets light, ensure good ventilation, and wait patiently; gradually you will see the onion sprout and grow.

Rooting method

This method is suitable for friends who want to eat onion leaves, and the specific steps are as follows. Choose a 5-liter mineral water bottle for later use, and once you have prepared soil and onions, you can begin. First wash the bottle thoroughly, then cut off the neck of the bottle, and cut many small round holes around the body of the bottle that are slightly smaller than the diameter of the onion. Put the soil in, and plant the onions at the positions of the round holes. Water regularly to keep the soil moist, place the mineral water bottle on a windowsill to ensure it gets light, observe quietly, and after some time you will find that the onions have grown leaves. If you want to use scallions, you can substitute onion leaves, as the taste is similar.