Features of growing onion Chalcedony

Variety value

The yield that this variety shows is one of the main qualities for which it is loved, appreciated and respected infinitely. Judge for yourself, from 1 square meter of Chalcedony garden you can harvest about 5 kg of the crop. Among other things, the bulbs exhibit, and, most importantly, preserve for a long time, a pungent taste.

The variety is medium early, which means that the first crop can be harvested in August. Moreover, Chalcedony is highly resistant to various diseases, as well as the intrigues of pests. Harvesting takes place in the same year, the variety can be planted using seeds. An extremely easy-to-grow product.

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Description

Description of the Chalcedony variety is not much different from any other onion variety. The shell of the bulb is bronze in color with a brown tint, and the insides are composed of juicy white scales. During growth, the bulb is located ⅓ above the ground, which speeds up ripening and subsequent harvesting. Chalcedony is not only excellent for storage, but also easy to dry.

The technical description of the bulbs can be supplemented with statistical calculations: the germination rate of this variety is 92%, the energy is 90%. Due to the location of the bulb during growth, the best condition for ripening is a dry, well-warmed place by the sun. The Chalcedony variety contains a rich set of useful vitamins C, B1, B2, B6. In addition, it contains folic acid, carotene, essential oils.

Chalcedony onion seeds are resistant to cold and begin to germinate already starting from 5 ° С, and they vigorously grow as soon as the thermometer shows 18 ° С. Due to the fact that this variety does not have a developed root system, a large number of bulbs can be planted in a small area.

Agrotechnics

Seeds of this variety are recommended to be germinated before planting in open ground. They usually begin to germinate in March or early April, in pots or bulky plastic boxes. Remember to cover the planted seeds with foil to maintain a stable temperature and moisture in the soil. This variety is extremely unpretentious in growing conditions, so just water the seedlings on time, ventilate the pot regularly.

Previously, the seeds must be soaked in a solution of potassium permanganate for a day to awaken internal resources. The seeds of this variety give their first shoots within 5-6 days after planting. After that, until the formation of strong green arrows, the seedlings should be placed daily under a fluorescent lamp for at least 12 hours.

Before planting, future beds should be carefully prepared. Proceed from the fact that the width of one bed should be about 1 m, and the height should not be more than 10 cm. The soil should be well sprinkled with wood ash, and rotted compost should be added. Mineral fertilizers should not be applied, as they can negatively affect the taste of the onion. Before planting, it is recommended to cover the prepared beds with a thick film to prevent the soil from drying out and destroying weeds.

The variety is planted in open ground at the end of April, but provided that the soil has warmed up enough and the site is not in the shade. At the same time, planting germinated bulbs of this variety gives better results than planting with sevkom. Sprouted bulbs are spread at a distance of 2-3 cm, to a depth of 1.5-2 cm, between the beds there should be at least 10-12 cm. The bulbs are spread with their roots to the ground, slightly pressing them against one side of the bed. Try not to cover the seedlings with soil too much, the bulbs should look out of the ground, otherwise they will take longer to take root, and the growth rate will noticeably decrease.

Sprinkle the onion net with compost and water. At the stage of getting used to seedlings to new living conditions, regular watering is important for it. Of course, do not forget about weeding - the weeds will easily survive the bulbs from the garden, due to their undeveloped root system. This variety does not tolerate the breaking of green arrows, so try to control yourself. It is necessary to fertilize the beds twice: the first time - when 2-3 leaves appear, then a diluted mullein is introduced; the second - 20 days after the first feeding, add a mixture of potassium, urea and superphosphate. Chalcedony shows good germination results, so you probably won't need to feed more.

Harvesting occurs in August-September, since by this time the nutrients are transferred to the bulb. Use a pitchfork to undermine the bulbs and then collect them in a convenient container. After harvesting, it is recommended to leave the onions to dry for a month and a half, while maintaining good ventilation. After that, the onion is ready for consumption and further storage. Having planted Chalcedony once and having received a rich harvest of beautiful bulbs, you can hardly give it up. Especially considering the fact that onions do not require special care and must be grown in absolutely any conditions.

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