Onions - did I plant then correctly

[Magnolia]

I think I planted my onion sets too deeply.  I didnt realise that I was supposed to leave the tips showing.  I think I may have an inch of soil covering them.

The stalks are growing well (nice thick stems and sturdy) but I can't tell whether the onion is forming - its not showing above ground.  I planted them around November and they're red onions.

So do you think I may be ok? I would have thought that if the onion is rotting in the ground then the stalks wouldnt be growing so well.

Your opinion would be appreciated.
J.

[Magnolia]

[silly billy]

You will be fine. As the bulb begins to grow simply remove some of the soil from the top of the bulb. I have seen some websites that say to plant small sets an inch deep.

[Magnolia]

Oh that's good to hear.  I suspect that I would have followed the instructions on the packet.  I'm excited about my onions aagain now!!  :)

[davyw1]

I think you will find as the onion grows the roots will push the bulb up.