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Onion Bonus has long been popular among gardeners. The value of the variety is large-fruited, high commercial qualities. With proper planting and care, you can harvest not only for personal purposes, but also for further sale.
Description and characteristics of Bonus onion varieties
The hybrid appeared thanks to breeders from Japan. The employees of Takii Seeds managed to create a vegetable crop with improved characteristics, as a result of which the Bonus onion has become widespread. In Central and Eastern Europe, the hybrid occupies a leading position in sales.
Appearance
Outwardly, the bulb does not differ from most varieties. It is round in shape, weighing 70-85 g. On top, the scales of the onion Bonus are brownish-golden, shiny. The lower layers are white, with a greenish color, juicy. In total, there are 3-4 dry scales in the bulb, the rest is edible pulp.
The neck of the onion Bonus is of medium thickness, the head is multi-bearing. The height of an adult plant is medium, the leaves are vertical, dark green. The root system is fibrous type.
Ripening time and yield
The interval from full shoots to lodging of leaf blades is 75-90 days. Onion Bonus refers to annuals of early ripening. The crop is intended for spring sowing.
The yield of the Bonus hybrid is high: up to 1 thousand bulbs can be harvested from 800 hectare. The size of each of them will be 80-90 mm with proper care. If the planting density is 1 million copies per hectare, then the heads will reach 60-70 mm in diameter.
The maturity of the hybrid before harvesting is 90%, but after ripening it reaches 98%
Disease and pest resistance
None of the varieties have absolute immunity to microorganisms. Onion hybrid Bonus is resistant to diseases and pests if the plant is properly cared for. It is recommended not to neglect preventive measures.
Composition and Properties
Bonus onions can be grown not only for heads, but also for feathers. Both parts of the plant have a number of useful properties.
The hybrid contains a small amount of starch, ash with disaccharides. But there are much more useful substances in onions:
- vitamin H, E, PP;
- ascorbic acid;
- thiamine;
- riboflavin;
- pyridoxine;
- folic and pantothenic acid.
In addition to vitamins, onion Bonus also contains minerals: nickel, aluminum and fluorine. The pulp also contains such useful substances as boron, fluorine, copper, iodine, zinc. Available in onions and iodine, iron, potassium.
This composition explains the amazing properties of the root:
- bactericidal and antiseptic action;
- fight against viruses;
- improved digestion and increased immunity.
In pharmacology and folk medicine, there are preparations and infusions based on onions, aimed at treating atherosclerosis, reduced sexual activity. The root crop is also known as an antihelminthic. Fresh vegetable juice with honey is a well-known cure for bronchitis and fungal skin diseases.
Application
Onion Bonus can be eaten raw, as well as added to various dishes during cooking. The vegetable is suitable for frying, stewing and sautéing.
To improve the taste and preserve nutrients, you can pickle peninsular varieties along with sweet ones.
Growing regions
Onion Bonus was included in the State Register for the North Caucasus region. It is in this area that you can achieve maximum yields. It should be borne in mind that, when the necessary conditions are provided, Bonus onions are also grown in other regions.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of a hybrid include the following:
- high germination of the material;
- the ability to adjust the size of the heads by controlling the density of crops;
- long shelf life of the crop;
- semi-sharp taste.
No shortcomings have been identified in the culture: it is often grown for industrial purposes due to its characteristics
When to Plant Onions Bonus
The hybrid is resistant to temperature changes, so all work can be scheduled for April-March, if the plans are to grow sevka. The seedling method requires more time, so gardeners begin all manipulations with Bonus onions in February-March.
Methods for planting onions Bonus
The choice of method is at the discretion of the gardener. You can get a crop through seedlings. Most owners prefer to grow a crop by placing sets in the ground.
Growing onions Bonus through seedlings
This method has the advantage that the crop will have a longer shelf life.
It is recommended to sow onion Bonus in late February or early March. Before the procedure, it is necessary to prepare the soil. Purchase land in a store or mix turf, humus and sand in a ratio of 2:2:1.
Immerse the seeds in a solution of manganese. All damaged specimens must be discarded. After processing, dry the Bonus onion seeds.
Algorithm of actions:
- Fill the container with soil, moisten the soil and make grooves in it. The distance between them should be 5-7 cm.
- Spread Bonus onion seeds to a depth of 1,5-2 cm, cover with sand on top and spill with water.
- Cover the container with foil, transfer to a warm room. The optimum air temperature is +18-25 °C.
- After the emergence of seedlings, the shelter must be removed, the onion must be provided with sufficient lighting and watering.
50-60 days after sowing, seedlings of the Bonus hybrid can be transferred to the ground. The weather should be dry and warm. Before work, you need to leave only the most developed specimens of the Bonus hybrid, which have released 3-4 true leaves.
Underdeveloped or damaged seedlings of the Bonus hybrid must be disposed of, even if it survives, the bulb will be small
Planting sevka in the spring
For most gardeners, this method is the simplest and most affordable. Work should begin with the choice of location. The bed should be well lit, be closed from winds and heavy rainfall.
Sevok is best purchased from a trusted manufacturer. Planting rotten or damaged bulbs is unacceptable. Before the procedure, they should be processed: soak in a Fitosporin solution for three hours, then drain the liquid, and roll the seeds in wood ash. Upon completion of the preparation, it is necessary to immediately transfer the material to open ground.
It is necessary to place the bulb in the ground to a depth exceeding its dimensions twice. The material is then sprinkled with earth and spilled abundantly. It is recommended to cover the bed with non-woven material. This will not only save plantings from sudden frosts, but also from onion flies.
The distance between the onion heads Bonus in the garden should be at least 5 cm, and the distance between the furrows 10 cm
Onion Care Bonus
The plant needs watering, feeding and protection from pests. The soil should be moistened as needed. You can not over-water the bed, otherwise the onion Bonus may rot.
During the entire growing season, the hybrid needs two top dressings. The first is held in mid-May, and the second in the second week of June.
Organic compounds should be used as fertilizer. The second time it is recommended to feed Bonus onions with phosphorus-potassium mixtures.
Fighting diseases and pests
The most common enemies of the Bonus hybrid are the onion fly and downy mildew.
The pest safely lays larvae in the plant, which in the future eat the crop. If no action is taken, the insect will destroy the plant in the next season.
To get rid of the onion fly, it is enough to use the drug Aktara or Mukhoed
In damp weather and low temperatures, the risk of downy mildew is high. It covers the leaves of the onion Bonus with a soft grayish coating. Subsequently, the feathers turn yellow and fall off.
From downy mildew, a 1% solution of Bordeaux liquid or Fitosporin-M is effective
Conclusion
Onion Bonus is an early ripe, high-yielding hybrid of Japanese breeders. The plant does not require special care, has sufficient keeping quality and good commercial qualities. Harvested bulbs can be used for various purposes: the pulp is suitable for both fresh consumption and for heat treatment.
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