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Preparation begins as the gardener gathers his onion seedlings, carefully selecting the largest from the bunch while planning to use the smaller ones for early culinary delights. Heading to the earth bed, he’s keen to enrich the sandy soil with peat to retain moisture, a critical factor in ensuring healthy growth.
He applies a two-inch layer of nutrient-rich cow manure, mixes it with bone meal—aiming to promote robust root development—and fine-tunes the bed to prevent water accumulation. Utilizing a seed template to ensure proper spacing, the gardener places the onions an inch deep into the soil, setting the stage for robust growth.