Q: Why do onions go to seed?
A: Onions bolt and grow seed stalks after finishing their two‑year life cycle, low‑temperature stimulation will also trigger early bolting.
Q: Are seeds from bolted onions usable for sowing?
A: Ripe, fully‑dried seeds collected from onions gone to seed can be sown to grow new‑generation onion plants.
Q: How long do onion seeds take to germinate?
A: Under suitable cool‑temperature and moist‑soil conditions, seeds sprout within 7‑12 days.
Q: Can I grow onions inside flower‑pots?
A: Yes, deep drainage‑equipped plant pots placed under full sunshine work great for potted‑onion planting.
Q: Storage method for leftover onion seeds
A: Seal seeds with moisture‑proof packaging, store in cool, dry and shaded locations and stay away from dampness, high‑temperature heat and storage pests.