The secret to growing hydroponic onions in a box, with an abundance of leaves and a rapid harvest

Growing onions in hydroponia is a great way to enjoy a fast and abundant harvest, while saving space and avoiding soil diseases. In this article, we will reveal the secret to successfully grow onions in a box using the hydroponic method.

Equipment requirements:

  • A deep plastic box
  • Perlite or vermiculitis
  • Onion seeds
  • Hydroponic irrigation system
  • Hydroponic nutrients
  • LED or fluorescent lighting

Cultivation Steps:

1. Fill the plastic box with perlite or vermiculite up to about 3/4 of its capacity. Make sure the substrate is well drained.

2. Plant the onion seeds in the substrate, ensuring uniform spacing to allow bulb growth.

3. Set up the hydroponic irrigation system by ensuring that onions receive the amount of water and nutrients needed for their growth.

4. Make sure that onions receive adequate lighting using LED or fluorescent lamps to reproduce sunlight.

5. Monitor onion growth regularly and adjust hydroponic system settings as required.

Tips for a successful culture:

  • Make sure the room temperature is about 20-25°C to promote onion growth.
  • Regularly aerate the crop by opening the box to prevent moisture build-up.
  • Watch carefully for diseases or pests and act quickly if necessary.
  • Regularly enrich the hydroponic system with nutrients to ensure vigorous growth of onions.

By following these tips and applying the hydropony method, you can grow onions with an abundance of leaves and get a quick and tasty harvest. Enjoy the freshness and flavour of onions grown at home throughout the year thanks to this innovative method of hydroponic cultivation.