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Onion is indispensable in the kitchen and we use it in the preparation of almost every hot dish.
It should not be missing in any home and it is important to store it correctly.
A stored onion deteriorates when it begins to sprout, dry out or become moldy.
It is important to collect it at the right time. The first rule is to take it at the right time.
If the onion is ripe, it will reveal it on its own. During the ripening process, the neck at the base of the leaves will begin to narrow.
It leans towards the ground and dries out, a clear sign that its time on the plant is over.
At this time, it is not recommended to water further.
Some gardeners recommend disturbing part of the onion roots during prolonged rains which hinder ripening, thus accelerating the process.
If you try this technique, however, there is a risk of damaging the roots all along the surface, putting a premature end to its growth.
Onion should be harvested during a warm, sunny day.
After harvesting, you can let it dry on the plant, but it is much safer to harvest it and let it dry flat in a sheltered, ventilated place.
Today we have for you some fantastic tricks from the awesomegyan portal, thanks to which you will discover how to properly store the onion while avoiding germination.
How to stop onion germination?
Many people make the mistake of storing various types of vegetables together, such as potatoes, onion, garlic and others.
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