It is lovely to be planting or sowing at this time of year – the feeling that there is still plenty to do before winter sets in again and another chance to watch new crops develop and grow. It is also a great way to keep the ground occupied and productive through the winter months.
Autumn planting or overwintering onions are usually produced from sets – immature bulbs which have been harvested and stored until it is time for planting, but it is possible to buy seeds of a few varieties such as ‘Senshyu Yellow’ and ‘Hi Keeper F1’, too. Sets are usually ordered now for planting in September and October, while seeds are sown a little earlier in August/early September to give them time to develop before the onset of cool,
