Harvesting Onions Beneath the Pecan Tree: A Permaculture Approach in San Marcos, TX
On my small permaculture homestead in San Marcos, Texas, I grow onions a little differently—nestled beneath a mature pecan tree, planted in winter when the branches are bare, and harvested as spring heat arrives. This method takes full advantage of seasonal shade, leaf mulch, and natural soil rhythms to grow strong, flavorful onions with minimal input.

In this post, I’ll share how I plant onions on a south-facing slope, how to know exactly when to harvest, and how I avoid rot by stopping water at the right time. Plus, learn what to add to your soil to build fertility the permaculture way for better onion harvests year after year.

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