2013 Onion Growing Challenge

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  1. JWK

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    Sounds more like a fungal leaf problem, if it's not getting to the bulbs then maybe it's not too much of a problem?

    Potash helps the bulbs ripen, as per the Johnson's instructions it should be applied in mid-August :dbgrtmb:
     
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      Hiya John:)

      Is there anything I can apply to combat this?
       
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      Not that I know of Freddy, I used Bayer Fruit and Veg Control when they were seedlings to prevent damping off but I'm a bit loathe to spray any of my veggies right now so close to eating them.
       
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      Maybe Bordeaux Mixture? I need to be making some up anyway for the outdoor toms pretty soon. Hmm, just thought about that...it might not be effective as a cure, more of a barrier?
       
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      No it won't work as a cure, once the plant is infected that's it. Bordeaux mixture will slow down the spread to adjacent plants though. Never used it myself on onions, but i can't see it causing any problems.
       
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      How are yours doing now Loli ? Are they bulbing up?
       
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      Hiya Freddy,just nicely watered them and do you know i think they are actually making a move:thumbsup:
       
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        Measured mine last night, the plant that was 10" circumference on 1st July is now 15". There is another one that is 16" - so mine are definitely bulbing up now.
         
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          Blimey John that's brilliant:dancy: all mine are about the same size...9 inches the biggest:doh:
           
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            That's not far behind though loli :)
             
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              Yours are Kelsae's aren't they John ?....I did think i can't go through this again fretting about big onions but i wouldn't mind trying to grow a Kelsae.....i'm not competative in any way shape or form but it is addictive....love it:dancy:
               
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                Yes Loli mine are Kelsae, I'm looking forward to eating them, I might even grow them again, but next time no faffing about with growlights and starting quite so early, I'll be happy with a two pounder!
                 
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                  After all the trials and tribulations I've endured this year, I did manage to salvage nine plants from the second re-plant and they're not doing too badly (merits of a well prepared onion bed?)
                  They won't be monsters I expect but maybe one or two will hit the 1KG mark.

                  Mine are Kelsae's, I grow them because my uncle used too and cannot any longer, so I'm keeping up the tradition PLUS they taste GREAT! :dancy:
                   
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                      Hello chums:)

                      I decided to measure one of mine that looks a good size. I measured it at 15":) Is there an equation that estimates weight?
                      As an aside, I reckon my Nettle brew is ready. Do I need to strain it off? Or is it ok as it is?
                       
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