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How many years can you plant onions in one bed? The answer will surprise you
09.02.2025 17:10
Onions seem unpretentious, but their “patience” has its limits!
Research from the University of Warwick has shown that when onions are grown in the same place for more than two years, onion fly larvae and downy mildew spores accumulate in the soil.
For example, in 2021, farmers in the Moscow region lost 60% of their harvest due to an onion fly epidemic.
How to recognize an infection
- The leaves turn yellow and curl.
- The bulbs become soft.
Solution:
- After harvesting onions, sow mustard - its essential oils kill larvae.
- In the third year, plant carrots - their smell will repel flies.
An experiment by the National Gardening Association showed that alternating onions and cabbage increases the yield of both crops by 30%.
Farmers' experience
Farmers who follow these recommendations report increased yields and improved quality of onions and other vegetables.
For example, in 2022, in the Kaluga region, using crop rotation, farmers received 25% more healthy harvest compared to previous years.
Therefore, to achieve the best results, it is important to follow crop rotation principles and monitor soil conditions.
Not only will this help keep your plants healthy, but it will also increase your yield, which will ultimately bring more benefit and joy to your garden.
