When should I plant Green Onion in Zone 6b?

Start Green Onion seeds indoors around Mar 4. Transplant outdoors after Apr 1. Expect first harvest around May 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Green Onion in Zone 6b?

Yes. Green Onion needs 65 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 5 successions.

Growing Green Onion in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Green Onion. Siste frost: Apr 15. Første frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 4Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 dager) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)

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Siste frostApr 15

Første frostOct 22

Sesong190 dager

Høst65 dager

Solfull-to-part

When to Plant Green Onion in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 4

Start Green Onion seeds indoors around Mar 4 (6 uker før siste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 1

Transplant Green Onion seedlings outdoors after Apr 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 16/m² (8cm avstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 11

First harvest approximately May 11 (~40 dager from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22). Green Onion can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Aug 27

For a fall harvest, plant Green Onion around Aug 27 (8 weeks before first frost).

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