Texans love their onions. Of course, we are home to the “Noonday Onion” as well as the famous 1015Y Texas Super Sweet onion. And though a native of Pakistan, onions are our state vegetable. Onions are ...

Onions take 16 to 24 weeks to grow, depending on whether you start from sets or seeds and which type of onion you plant based on your region. You’ll know they’re ready to harvest when the leaves ...

I was driving south on 155, just shy of the “Blue Store” when I saw them — American Gothic figures working in the fields. An old beat up tractor was dragging two people on a rusty piece of equipment.

The common onion (Allium cepa) is a fantastic crop to grow for both beginner and expert gardeners alike. Easy to maintain and reliable, onions are a staple in many vegetable patches around the world.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Once you've decided which onions are right for your garden, follow our tips on how to grow onions, ...

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 ...

Now is the time to buy onion seeds, which are cheaper and come in more interesting varieties than mail-order transplants. Here’s what you need to know. By Margaret Roach There are some things I never ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Planting onions is probably on your to-do list in the late winter or early spring. Many folks start onion seeds in January or plant onion sets outdoors in the early spring. But ...

Editor's Note: This is the second column by Elaine Bast about growing onions. Mulch with straw between rows to help retain moisture and stifle weeds. Ensure immature bulbs stay covered with light ...

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.

Onions are the most common produce staple found in kitchens around the world. They are used in virtually all cuisines in a wide array of recipes. Most home cooks are only familiar with the few basic ...

A warm stretch that followed frequent cold rains helped onion growers in southeast Oregon and southwest Idaho catch up on planting. The crop was 25-50% planted as of late March, depending on location.