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Onion Varieties for Central Texas
Short Day Onion Varieties for Central Texas: “Short-day” onion varieties quit forming leaves and begin forming bulbs when the day length reaches 10-12 hours, and are best for Southern Gardens. The following varieties have proven to be the best for Central Texas. 1015Y: This globe-shaped onion up to 6” wide is named after the ideal date the seed is planted (October 15). The off-white flesh is sweet and great for cooking, salads, etc. It takes about 115 days from planting to harvest. Storage potential is 2-3 months. Photo credit Dixondale Farms Texas Legend : This yellow, sweet, globe-shaped onion was bred from the 1015Y [...]
Growing Carrots in Central Texas
Growing Carrots from Seed Carrots can be a rewarding crop to grow in Central Texas. Soil preparation and proper planting time will ensure a good harvest. We have a fall planting time from late August to early November and a spring planting time of mid-January to early March in Central Texas. If you take advantage of both growing periods you will have a long harvest of delicious carrots to enjoy. Carrots require a deep, well-drained soil to thrive. Adding 3”-4” of organic matter and a light application of organic fertilizer such as MicroLife or FoxFarm Tomato and Vegetable fertilizer prior to planting will loosen the soil and provide nutrients [...]
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