Autumn Onion

Autumn Onion is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Autumn Onion →

Common Autumn Onion Problems →

Autumn Onion prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Autumn Onion Water Frequency →

Autumn Onion Root Rot →

Autumn Onion requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Autumn Onion Light Requirements →

Autumn Onion Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Autumn Onion Toxicity to Cats →

Autumn Onion Toxicity to Dogs →

Autumn Onion Toxicity to Humans →

Autumn Onion doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Autumn Onion Humidity Needs →

Autumn Onion does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Autumn Onion →

When and How to Successfully Repot Autumn Onion →

Autumn Onion should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Autumn Onion →

Autumn Onion is native to the Northern Hemisphere, South America, and Africa.

Autumn Onion grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Autumn Onion →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Autumn Onion can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Autumn Onion Temperature Tolerance →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Autumn Onion →
• Drooping Autumn Onion Leaves →
• Autumn Onion Dropping Leaves →
• Autumn Onion Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Autumn Onion →
• Brown Spots on Autumn Onion →
• Autumn Onion Leaves Falling Over →
• Autumn Onion Leaves Curling →
• Autumn Onion Yellow Leaves →
• Autumn Onion Root Rot →