How to Harvest and Cure Onions for Long Term Storage

Wondering how to harvest and cure onions? Your onions will tell you the best time to harvest for long term storage- you just have to look for a few simple signs! This video covers the best time to harvest your onions for long term storage, how to cure your onions for long term storage and some tips for storing onions.
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  • @dtesterunc
    @dtesterunc3 жыл бұрын

    Great info - do you long term store you potatoes & carrots? would love any advice you have on those. Thanks again for sharing.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! For potatoes, my process is similar. I harvest, brush off excess dirt and then put them on that same screen in the barn I used for the onions. I let them sit here for about a week before moving into storage. I keep them in crates in our basement. The ideal situation for curing potatoes is in a dark, well-ventilated area, 65F and high humidity for 7-10 days. Then stored at about 45F in a dark, well ventilated area. I don't have anything like that, so I just do the best I can!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    For carrots, I harvest, brush off excess dirt (but do not clean off fully) and cut off the greens. I then put them in a plastic bag, wrapped loosely in a damp paper towel (don't close the bag) and store in crisper drawer of the fridge. They keep for months this way. I've read that the ideal storage for carrots is to store them in a bin of damp sand in a cool, dark basement, but I've not had a chance to try this yet.

  • @RunninUpThatHillh

    @RunninUpThatHillh

    2 жыл бұрын

    lots of people store their potatoes in hay/straw. works like a charm. keeps the potatoes from touching.

  • @sanitaseile7585

    @sanitaseile7585

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RunninUpThatHillh I heard that cabbage is good to store in hay/ straw. I`m trying it this year.

  • @titanart6225

    @titanart6225

    10 ай бұрын

    Jenna, need some advice, I have a boatload of onions and garlic that have cured in my shed but the August heat is pretty intense we don’t have a root cellar in our basement and garage is too hot for long-term storage. Do you have any advice for long-term storage? We have an air-conditioned area that may work but can we pile the onions on top of each other in a wire basket, same for garlic, or do they need space to breathe?

  • @sarah_farm
    @sarah_farm5 ай бұрын

    It's such a peaceful life, beautiful nature and fresh fruits. No greedy corporations and board director. Wonderful. And it's an honor to have you visit our channel, we can discuss more about our experiences in harvesting and building farms.

  • @laurelmitchell3949
    @laurelmitchell394911 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the tips . . . and also for the adorable kittens!!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @illustr8life863
    @illustr8life86311 ай бұрын

    I'm so excited to report that I finally grew onions by following your directions! Thank you Jenna! This is a big first after many years of frustration! They're curing now!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    YAY!! I'm excited for you-- nice work!

  • @addysbeeandgarden320
    @addysbeeandgarden3202 ай бұрын

    Still very helpful 3 years later! The trampoline is brilliant. Thank you!

  • @sn232
    @sn2322 жыл бұрын

    Wow, excellent video, thank you for the verbal and visual tips!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @friends791
    @friends791 Жыл бұрын

    How amazing!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Happy to share !

  • @rinniehaack1117
    @rinniehaack1117 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip, Leaving in the tropical climate but would love to try planting onions,

  • @fastswimming
    @fastswimming2 жыл бұрын

    Watched this just in time to harvest my onions before the rain next week, thank you so much! great vid

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are welcome! Happy harvesting!

  • @mygardenofthings
    @mygardenofthings2 жыл бұрын

    Great video, very clear and professional, many thanks!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @yelenasid5034
    @yelenasid50342 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I watched it before harvesting my onions to make sure I had all my supplies, areas and techniques ready. You have been such a great help with my gardening and I always wait impatiently for your videos and short clips!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    You are welcome, I’m happy the videos have been helpful! Best wishes for a wonderful harvest!

  • @jamesgurney6576

    @jamesgurney6576

    11 ай бұрын

    Very interesting, I like how you use what you have on hand - the trampoline. I have a couple of plastic bread trays, I think I may use them to cure the onions and my potatoes. I have ordered some bren bags for my potatoes. What do you think of bren bags for onions ?

  • @morningglory8559
    @morningglory85593 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Quick but comprehensive!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @KarinaDeAlba
    @KarinaDeAlba Жыл бұрын

    Of course it would be at the start of winter when I get "inspired" to grow my own onions. Great explanation!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Winter is the best time to get inspired! Gives you time to plan for next season 😄

  • @joshbaker4132
    @joshbaker41322 жыл бұрын

    Great information. We use the adjustable wire shelves for curing onions, garlic and potatoes. We have found so many uses for them in gardening, from starting seeds to harvest.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love the wire shelf idea, Josh. Thanks for sharing!

  • @richardliles4415
    @richardliles4415 Жыл бұрын

    This was a another very helpful video. Thank you.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @mctv3419
    @mctv34192 жыл бұрын

    I love knowing what to do after harvest!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hope you found this video helpful! I love being able to still have fresh onions to use in the middle of winter. Makes all that gardening work in the summer so worth it!

  • @alanjewsbury8055
    @alanjewsbury805511 ай бұрын

    This is really clear and helpful, thanks!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @pamelaeason1982
    @pamelaeason19822 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much for this!!! Great information

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are most welcome!

  • @paulsnyder744
    @paulsnyder74411 ай бұрын

    This was a excellent video, you have a great approach, looking forward to more,I just harvested my onions 2 days ago! Thanks 😊

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! Enjoy that onion harvest!

  • @martinamedina2981
    @martinamedina2981 Жыл бұрын

    Is my first time growing garlic n onions so i appreciate all your tips on when to harvest,thanks i love how u explain about d vegetables

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Best wishes for a wonderful harvest!

  • @loriwoosleyuden4036
    @loriwoosleyuden4036 Жыл бұрын

    Great info and easy to follow.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @carolinemorgan1712
    @carolinemorgan171210 ай бұрын

    This great video was just what I needed. For the first time I have successfully managed to grow onions (after learning that I need to cover them entirely, so the blackbirds can’t dig them up). From your instructions, I could see that mine were just right for harvesting. I now have them drying out in my garage on shelves and a home-made rack. It’s all the little tips and the detailed advice, that makes your video so very helpful. Thank you.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    10 ай бұрын

    I'm so glad to hear your onions were a success this year!

  • @CBsGreenhouseandGarden
    @CBsGreenhouseandGarden3 жыл бұрын

    That was some awesome info on onions Mrs. Jenna. If you had to pick one onion over all the others which would you choose? Love seeing your kitties! They are so cute! Thanks for the info! Hope you have a wonderful safe rest of the week!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sir! I always grow Patterson onion. It's not the largest, but it's extremely reliable and I've not had anything beat it for long term storage. Those kittens are rotten... in the best way. We are getting such a kick out of having them around! I had to laugh because I had just mentioned putting the onions up on the trampoline because curious pets can't get at them, when up jumped both kitties. But they have enough sense not to chew on them... unlike the puppies!

  • @jackkakongoma3440
    @jackkakongoma34402 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the good knowledge

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @rudedogfarms
    @rudedogfarms Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the great video. Good info!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome- thanks for watching!

  • @jomiller4397
    @jomiller4397 Жыл бұрын

    The trampoline for drying is Brilliant! I bet I have a new use for the jogger tramp now Thank you I am sure this will work for potatoes and some herbs as well. Great Idea and thank you for sharing your garden.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    It works really well! Except for when my kids want to jump on the trampoline 😆

  • @kimberlygiacometti6041
    @kimberlygiacometti604111 ай бұрын

    Thank you jenna. I have onions that have flopped, but greens are still green. Thank you for letting me know that they are okay to harvest. Not totally sure how to 'cure'. I harvest when bulbs are big...and usually slice/dice and dehydrate. Any other way to preserve will be appreciated.

  • @keithurchuk2259
    @keithurchuk2259 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for great tips!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @fraservalleychris2958
    @fraservalleychris29582 жыл бұрын

    That was super helpful!!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful, Chris!

  • @michaelgallant2623
    @michaelgallant2623 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jenna...just the clip I needed to watch...onions are falling over and ready...thanks for the info.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome, Michael! Enjoy those onions!

  • @michaelgallant2623

    @michaelgallant2623

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Thanks...a small harvest about 40 onion...what is the best way to store them? Enjoy your gardening tips...Thanks again.👩‍🌾

  • @wezichinyimba1437
    @wezichinyimba143710 ай бұрын

    Thanks alot janne for.the information 👍 excellent explaination

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    9 ай бұрын

    My pleasure 😊

  • @johnjude2685
    @johnjude26853 жыл бұрын

    This season is my first time of 3" and plus size. I'll be needing this lesson and I'm to late today because they saying rainy weather in Columbus Ohio Thanks

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yep- we've been hit with the rains too. Not ideal, but I figure if I can get them out of the ground and let them thoroughly air-dry, they'll be OK!

  • @generic_Ryan
    @generic_Ryan11 ай бұрын

    1:45 and 1:51. You givin me the bird? 😂 good video. Ty. Looks like its time for me to go harvest now

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    Not intentionally 😆

  • @RobertDaria1
    @RobertDaria1Ай бұрын

    Thanks. Very helpful. And I like the kitty

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @littlez4914
    @littlez49142 жыл бұрын

    My family always stores onions in panty hose hung from the ceiling. Simply dropping a onion in, come up two or three inches and tie a knot. Then drop in the next onion and repeat until completely full. The knot keeps the onions separated and allows you to cut the bottom onion off with a pair of scissors. I hope this helps

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tip!

  • @blessedhomestead5025

    @blessedhomestead5025

    Жыл бұрын

    What a GREAT idea! Thank you!

  • @kimalexander8378

    @kimalexander8378

    11 ай бұрын

    I do the same. And this shows how frugal I am….I usually get the panty hose from thrift stores….unused…still in the packet…for less than a dollar.

  • @plenum222

    @plenum222

    10 ай бұрын

    Ewww-w-w-w!!

  • @johnjude2685
    @johnjude2685 Жыл бұрын

    You did a great crop. I did fair last season and prepare my sets but due to surgery got my out late and to late because I lost them But I do remember the DIY and next season I should be fine. The surgery seems to be a fix and I don't hardly notice and this season going great other then results in my Charles Dowling no tilt area. Like you believe his no tilt isn't for my clay base soil. This is a very good video Lady of clay base soil

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm glad to hear the surgery seemed to be the fix, John, and that your season is going great!!

  • @sanitaseile7585
    @sanitaseile7585 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! Very, very helpful, nicely explained and showed. Kitty is lovely :) Advices of storing other veggies would be interesting also.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    You are most welcome! In case you're interested, I do have a few other vidoes on storing the garden harvest here: kzread.info/head/PL4zzslvkscX06etiTUbTjcD3qD6lWt4DN

  • @sanitaseile7585

    @sanitaseile7585

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna I just found you, sorry for asking apparent question, I should have looked through your channel first :) Thank you for answer :) My best wishes to You!

  • @corkion
    @corkionАй бұрын

    great vid regards from ireland

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    @jturie2 жыл бұрын

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  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Pallets come in handy for so many uses! They're perfect for this. Thanks for the sub- I appreciate the support. Take care!

  • @johnschneider4160
    @johnschneider41602 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @jaybirdhoffman2876
    @jaybirdhoffman2876 Жыл бұрын

    Cool Cat, ours loves gardening also👍🏻

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    That's awesome

  • @sidrock10
    @sidrock10 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure

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    @Ninety_Zebras2 жыл бұрын

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    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the sub- I appreciate the support and am glad you both enjoy the videos. I got this hat from A.M. Leonard: www.amleo.com/broad-rimmed-straw-hats/p/VP-G502X It's held up very, very well considering the abuse I put it through!

  • @robertwalker8180
    @robertwalker8180 Жыл бұрын

    excellent!!!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

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    @CookingCastle3 жыл бұрын

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  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cooking Castle thank you, I appreciate it!

  • @MichaelJosephJr934
    @MichaelJosephJr934 Жыл бұрын

    You're awesome! I always go to your channel for instructions! Thank You for this. QUESTION: I had to harvest about a month early because the irrigation in the bed had to be torn out and replaced. I had no choice but to pull the onions. Should I follow the same curing instructions? And will they last as long? Or should I try to use them immediately. Thank You again!! Mike.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Mike! Yes, you can still cure them using this method. They may not last quite as long as a fully mature onion, but you should still get a good couple months or more... depending on the variety you've grown!

  • @robertkerr229
    @robertkerr229 Жыл бұрын

    Came here to learn how to cure the onions so can ship to Philippines, which takes 2 months by sea. Onions are very expensive there. Sounds like you recommend the Patterson onion for the long term storage. I'm going to try, though not sure about the temperature during shipping. I can imagine in the shipping container it gets pretty hot at sea. Loved the video-bombing kitties coming in right after you suggesting the trampoline to prevent pets from dragging off the onions, lol.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh- that could be tricky due to the temperature. But yes, Patterson is one of the absolute best for storage. And luckily my cats don't like onions!

  • @AlanaLee-xv2qy
    @AlanaLee-xv2qy3 жыл бұрын

    This is what works for me: Step 1: Buy a trampoline.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Alana Lee0316 😂 yes, I probably should have given some suggestions for trampoline alternatives! I’ve heard of folks laying them on picnic/patio tables, on the dry ground under a tree, one gentleman even used his dog hammocks!

  • @motoputz3201
    @motoputz3201 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome

  • @harrykuheim6107
    @harrykuheim6107 Жыл бұрын

    Horse panels on some saw horses will make a really good large drying rack...

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Great tip!

  • @Beth-wm1fd
    @Beth-wm1fd10 ай бұрын

    I’ve realized I need a larger trampoline.🤣

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    10 ай бұрын

    They come in handy for so many things! 😄

  • @davidhunter5062

    @davidhunter5062

    10 ай бұрын

    Just one more example of how gardening can get expensive (for those of us retirees whose trampoline days are over…kids all grown and all that. LOL)

  • @rooteddeephome
    @rooteddeephome Жыл бұрын

    Great video thanks. At the end of the video your subscribe button pops up in such a position that it makes it look like flowers are growing out of your hat. 😂

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    😀

  • @garyellis9917
    @garyellis991710 ай бұрын

    After curing, when can/should you cut off the top and bottom, leaving only the onion bulb? And by curing, do you mean drying or “maturing,” or something else? Thank you!

  • @justsomeguy6133
    @justsomeguy61332 жыл бұрын

    How do you store your onions, Jenna? I cure them and put them in the basement. It’s around 65 in there in summer (cool air from A/C pools down there), and more like 55 in winter. Not ideal, but the longer storage varieties last though Jan/Feb.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    I also put mine in my basement. Like yours, mine is not perfectly ideal, but it's the best spot I have (I think it's probably around 65). I usually braid and hang mine or put them in bins with mesh openings. My storage times depend on the variety-- I've got a few varieties that will last a year (I always grow Patterson or Copra for this reason), but many of them are in the 6 to 8 month range.

  • @southerncharm5591
    @southerncharm55913 ай бұрын

    I live in Southeast Georgia & I planted my onions in October and they are ready here nearing the end of March. The problem is the weather isn’t 80-90 degrees with the higher humidity like it is when I harvest my summer crop. I have an enclosed workshop that is conditioned space usually between 70-73 degrees and humidity 55-60%. Will they still cure if left drying in workshop?

  • @JulesGardening
    @JulesGardening3 жыл бұрын

    Those are some nice size onions Jenna! Awesome. Good camera technique there at 2:39 or so. Excellent information and thank you for sharing that. Question, for that harvest, how many square feet were in play? Trying to plan things for next year already. Bed expansions.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I had 2 sections which were each 4 1/2 x 2' in size. You can see at 5:59 that's about 3/4 of the entire harvest from both sections.

  • @JulesGardening

    @JulesGardening

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Outstanding. We are pulling our peony beds out to make room for vegetables. Looks like we can get the load of onions we need from one of those beds. Hey, the TRIPLCROP thing premieres tomorrow at 630pET with a live chat. Even if you can't make that or don't care to, check out those plants. So far...wow. If the fruit holds we will be covered up.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jules Small Gardening glad to hear you’re expanding the veggie beds! And can’t wait to see that update- may not be able to tune in to the live chat, we’ll be camping with shoddy service, but will definitely catch it ASAP!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jules Small Gardening I can’t find this video... is it up on your channel still?

  • @JulesGardening

    @JulesGardening

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna It is in a playlist, but unlisted as an individual video kzread.info/dash/bejne/hY2TpLyFZLPAirg.html

  • @pedrito0303
    @pedrito030311 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the advice. I've got a question: is there a reason to keep the tops on while curing? It would be nice to get the greens while they're still fresh if possible.

  • @blenderbenderguy

    @blenderbenderguy

    11 ай бұрын

    This is a guess, haven't researched it yet, but leaving the tops on until fully cured would likely insure that moisture and microorganisms are kept at bay. When the tops are fully dry and tight they can be removed and an incursion by moisture and microorganisms would then be minimal to nil.

  • @millicentrowan
    @millicentrowan3 жыл бұрын

    Do you have a video on how to grow onions? I've tried from both starts and seeds, but they just sprout, stall, and die.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I didn't get back to you right away-- I see that you found the 'How to Grow Onions' video. I hope it was helpful! I'm curious if it might be a case of overwatering (or just too much rain)? Sometimes when onions sprout and then rot it's because they're receiving too much water- which can be tricky to control with how wet our springs have been!

  • @johnrawinski3936
    @johnrawinski39365 ай бұрын

    Hey Jenna...I need to actually grow smaller onions than what my garden normally produces. I am serious here. If I wait until the top droops, I will end up with softball sized onions. These usually result in me using half and onion as tossing the rest. I am the only one who eats them so I am looking for a smaller onion for soups and recipes for one person. Do you think I should start pulling them when they are baseball sized, which be the perfect size? Put them in a cool shaded spot for curing? Appreciate your thoughts.

  • @fredmcmurray6308
    @fredmcmurray6308 Жыл бұрын

    I can never get a few weeks from any store bought onion. My biggest reason to grow a raised bed of onions started by seed. I tried 3 types for here in Pa. patterson, walla walla, utah sweet spanish.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    I think you’ll be so much happier with homegrown!

  • @RinkuDeviOMAN
    @RinkuDeviOMAN3 жыл бұрын

    I'm fast view and I like

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @enricopallazzo3244
    @enricopallazzo3244 Жыл бұрын

    0:21 I know the feeling.

  • @the-mountainlife
    @the-mountainlife Жыл бұрын

    Hi, I’m seeing that roughly half of my onions are flopping over so I’m almost ready to harvest. I’m nervous though as my days are still 90+ degrees. I plan to dry them on a pallet in the shade outside but I’m wondering if it will be too hot? I could move them into the garage with a small fan, but I’m also worried this may be too hot as my garage doesn’t have any air conditioning. It’s my first time with this so I appreciate any input you can provide. Any thoughts?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    It can be quite hot in my barn this time of year as well, but I find that I generally have good results. I would advise using a fan though!

  • @Monkey-oy1us
    @Monkey-oy1us2 ай бұрын

    When they say $100k/$250k, is that total (tax deferred, tax sheltered, brokerage account)? Or just brokerage?

  • @esantone0398
    @esantone039825 күн бұрын

    thanks. is it ok to cure garlic in a garage with fans blowing? it does get warm in the garage but i dont want to store them in my basement until after curing

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    9 күн бұрын

    Yes

  • @joehhurly
    @joehhurly Жыл бұрын

    After the 4 weeks you mention, where they're now ready for storage, are the leaves still good at all for green onions? Or will cutting them mess with the storage life of the onions? Thanks.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    The foliage will be completely dried down and brown at this point- unfortunately not great for eating. Cutting them before that curing/dry down period is finished will mess with the storage life.

  • @joehhurly

    @joehhurly

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Thank you very much.

  • @Beaguins
    @Beaguins2 жыл бұрын

    When should I cut the little roots off the onion bulb?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can trim the roots when you move your onions into storage.

  • @Beaguins

    @Beaguins

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Thanks

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Beaguins you're welcome!

  • @amandaallen2961
    @amandaallen29612 жыл бұрын

    Question how do you know which onions are short term storage? This is my first year growing onions

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Most reputable sources will give you this information- but it depends on where you got your onions. I've noticed places like the garden centers at big box stores give barely any info- sometimes not even the variety (rather they are listed as red, white, yellow...) and in this case, there is really no way to tell.

  • @jamesjustice859
    @jamesjustice8592 ай бұрын

    Question ⁉️ Help. It's April 15th and I started my onion slips about 5 weeks ago. Currently the tops are about 4 to 6 in long but they're all fallen over and laying down. They're in starter trays and I'm about to transplant them into individual containers. Should I be concerned with the tops laying down???

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 ай бұрын

    I trim my onion seedlings several times before I transplant: kzread.infoJRUfrbh5_8U?si=-2fyukZGbx7IdNt-

  • @mariexo
    @mariexo2 жыл бұрын

    The tips on one of my onion is starting to wilt but the tips haven't flopped over. Is it ready to harvest?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is not the optimal time to harvest if you're planning on long term storage. However, if you just want to harvest the onion and use it relatively soon (within a couple of weeks), you could certainly go ahead!

  • @joybrown8644
    @joybrown864410 ай бұрын

    Tried onions for the first time this year. Most disappeared and the ones that were left were so tiny! I thought I’d try overwintering some but it looks like I needed to start my seeds before now. I just sunk in some beet, spinach and carrot seeds in open spaces yesterday so I’m out of space outdoors at this point. At least, I’m out of space until my potatoes come up, 4-5 weeks? away. If I buy sets and put them in is that too late?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    10 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear that! I've not tried planting from sets for overwintering. The trouble I could see with many sets is that often they're not labeled as a specific variety (rather, just 'red', 'white' or 'yellow')- so you don't really know if you're getting a variety suitable for overwintering. Johnny's Seeds does offer one variety of set specifically for overwintering www.johnnyseeds.com/vegetables/onions/onion-plants/forum-fall-f1-onion-sets-2520F.html so I'd be tempted to go with this one if you'd like to do sets.

  • @justsomeguy6133
    @justsomeguy61332 жыл бұрын

    Direct Sun is bad news for me. I tried curing in the sun one year. It got to 95 degrees, and the onions dried out and got flat on one side. They didn’t last at all. The ones I cured in the garage stored fine.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep- I prefer curing them in the shade. I think as long as it's relatively warm and dry with good air circulation you're good.

  • @ryanmcafee1634
    @ryanmcafee16342 жыл бұрын

    Do you grow your onions above the soil like that or did you pull dirt away from them before the video to make them easy to pull up?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    They grow above the soil line.

  • @ryanmcafee1634

    @ryanmcafee1634

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna is that the variety of onion, or is that how you grow all your onions? I’ve always buried them in the ground.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ryanmcafee1634 This is how I grow all onions. When I plant transplants, I bury the bulbet in the ground, but as they grow the bulb becomes partially exposed. I do not hill my onions as they grow, as this can lead to rot.

  • @user-up3to6br9g
    @user-up3to6br9g11 ай бұрын

    My corn didn't develop nice kernels. 2 of 25 ears didn't get fed to the horse. Any idea why?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    10 ай бұрын

    Corn is wind pollinated and if one receives very windy or rainy weather during pollen drop OR the weather is very hot, dry or cold it can interfere with pollination leading to a lack of kernel development. Also, if corn is planted in one long line rather than in a block of at least 3-4 rows it can sometimes lead to insufficient pollination.

  • @terrialice6139
    @terrialice6139 Жыл бұрын

    Good information and cute kittens, who’s not to like.

  • @shescraftea9107
    @shescraftea910711 ай бұрын

    I think I'll hang mine to dry like I do with my garlic. I have fewer than a dozen.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    That will work!

  • @humbllbug
    @humbllbug2 жыл бұрын

    Can you cut off the greens first (I like to make green onion powder out of the leaves) then proceed to cure the onions or is it necessary to cure them with the greens on for long term storage? Thanks for the info, subbed and liked!

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    For long term storage, curing with the greens intact is important. I appreciate the support!

  • @annem9858

    @annem9858

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Hi Jenna, I just came across your channel...thanks so much for the excellent video and great tips on onion storage! My husband and I are house and kitty-sitting for friends who have a wonderful vegetable garden...since I'm a total novice, but in charge of said garden while they're gone, I am learning to do garlic and onion harvesting for long term storage. I have a question regarding your above response to removing the greens before curing...do the greens stay on only until curing is complete, and then get cut off for storing? Thanks in advance for your help! Will subscribe and like.

  • @GoMooflower
    @GoMooflower Жыл бұрын

    I have long day onions but do you remove any of the skin after curing? I see mold and don’t know if I’m supposed to remove that part or just leave all of the paper there.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    I typically do not, but if there is storage mold present, removing a few layers should not hurt.

  • @GoMooflower

    @GoMooflower

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Thank you!

  • @user-xy3ob2jt8c
    @user-xy3ob2jt8c Жыл бұрын

    Ok so my onions appear to be going to flower or seed . Should i let them seed or pull them up ?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    11 ай бұрын

    Do they have any bulb growth?

  • @4horn4
    @4horn4 Жыл бұрын

    My onions always bolt and never flop over.

  • @fredw.lawson8093
    @fredw.lawson8093 Жыл бұрын

    Why are all the onions out on surface of the soil and they are not stuck underneath

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Planted at the correct depth, onion bulbs will expand upward and outward as they grow, they do not grow underneath the ground.

  • @etet4536
    @etet45369 ай бұрын

    I doubt you'll see this comment three years after your video, but, I have a question I'm hoping you can answer. I always understood that larger onions, cured and stored properly, last longer than small onions, cured and stored properly. All things being equal, is that true?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    9 ай бұрын

    It's completely dependent on the variety. For instance, a small 'Patterson' onion will last much longer in storage than a large 'Candy' onion. In theory, all things being equal (if we're dealing with onions which are all the same variety) a larger onion SHOULD store longer because it has more carbohydrate reserves to pull from in storage. However, I can tell you from experience that I've had very small onions which have lasted in a year in storage, and large ones which have barely made it 6 months. Sorry- that's not a cut and dry answer... but thing gardening related rarely are cut & dry 😄

  • @etet4536

    @etet4536

    9 ай бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Thanks so much for your answer! Totally makes sense, thanks.

  • @marksexton1340
    @marksexton1340 Жыл бұрын

    Ok....dumb question time. So I planted onions this year, first time, and I mulched them like I do all my other beds... I notice your onions are protruding above ground, is mulching onions a bad thing...?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    Not dumb at all! I do mulch the soil surface, but don’t mulch up around my actual onion bulbs. I find they are less prone to disease, rot and insect pests this way.

  • @thomaslist252
    @thomaslist2522 жыл бұрын

    What are your suggestions for a sweet and preferably long storage onion?

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Thomas- most sweet onions are not great for storage (they don't compare to the hard, pungent storage onions at any rate). I've had the best luck with 'Candy' and 'Alisa Craig', both have nice fresh flavor and properly cured & stored have lasted me 3-4 months.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh also, @Thomas List- the best variety for you will depend on where you're growing. If you are in the South, you have a lot of sweet, short-day onion variety options. I'm in a more Northern growing location (Ohio), so I have to stick with long-day or intermediate-day varieties when spring planting.

  • @thomaslist252

    @thomaslist252

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna I live in Southeast Kansas, which i believe is the intermediate ones.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@thomaslist252 yes, you are correct- intermediate would be best. It's hard to go wrong with 'Candy'!

  • @jef8528
    @jef8528 Жыл бұрын

    Do you still respond to old

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    I try to! But I'm not always able to keep caught up.

  • @jef8528

    @jef8528

    Жыл бұрын

    Was just about to ask if you harvest onions when they are all ready or just the ones ready…. haven’t had a lot of success with them so trying to do what’s right

  • @humbllbug
    @humbllbug2 жыл бұрын

    Yahshua - you know Him as Jesus - was born to a virgin, turned water to wine, taught, healed the sick, raised the dead, casted out demons, walked on water, calmed the storm, and fed a crowd of thousands with a few fish and a few loaves of bread, among many other things. He was killed on the cross as payment for the sins of all mankind, three days later He rose from the dead. Forty days later He ascended into heaven where He sits at the right hand of the Father. He is returning very soon, but before He does, Satan, the devil, is coming to pretend to be Jesus/God. Satan is an angel, and he will have certain supernatural powers with which to try to fool everyone. He will, for example, be able to make fire come down from heaven in the sight of men. He will only be on earth a short time before the real King of Kings, Jesus Christ, God in the flesh, returns. When the real Jesus comes we will all be transformed into our spiritual bodies at the same moment. Jesus came in the flesh to offer forgiveness of sins and eternal life to anyone who believes and calls on His precious name!! if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. - Romans 10:9 Now when Jesus was in Bethany, in the house of Simon the leper, There came unto him a woman having an alabaster box of very precious ointment, and poured it on his head, as he sat at meat. But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste? For this ointment might have been sold for much, and given to the poor. When Jesus understood it, he said unto them, Why trouble ye the woman? for she hath wrought a good work upon me. For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always. For in that she hath poured this ointment on my body, she did it for my burial. Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached in the whole world, there shall also this, that this woman hath done, be told for a memorial of her. - Matthew 26:6-13 Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon To anoint your self, the sick, or a building for spiritual protection: Get a small bottle of olive oil and pour off a small amount into a smaller vessel like a vial or baby food jar. Use the rest of the bottle for cooking. Ask the Lord to bless your vial of oil in Jesus name. Anoint yourself with the oil by placing a dab of oil on tip of finger and touch it to your forehead, and ask the Lord to bless you/heal you. Place a dab of oil on your finger and anoint the door posts and order all negativity and evil out of the house, and order that nothing negative or evil can enter into your home including piggybacking on a person entering, order it to be so in the name of Jesus. Anoint all potential entrances to your home. To anoint the sick, place oil on tip of finger and touch it to the head of the sick and say a prayer of healing over them in Jesus name. See James Chapter 5:14-15..

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm curious how this relates to growing onions?

  • @humbllbug

    @humbllbug

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GrowfullywithJenna Jesus created onions.

  • @elizabethvillalobos4504
    @elizabethvillalobos45049 ай бұрын

    Too much talking. Most people want Clift notes.

  • @GrowfullywithJenna

    @GrowfullywithJenna

    9 ай бұрын

    My preference it to be thorough and try to cover any questions people might have. There are plenty of other channels on YT which provide the 'cliff notes' versions.