Growing Green Onion in Zone 1a

Zone 1a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Green Onion early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 25. First frost: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 13Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 1x)

Zone1a

Last FrostMay 25

First FrostAug 28

Season Length95 days

Days to Harvest65

Sunfull-to-part

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)

When to Plant Green Onion in Zone 1a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start Green Onion seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 11

Transplant Green Onion seedlings outdoors after May 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40°F. Space plants at 16/sqft (3" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 20

First harvest approximately Jun 20 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28). Green Onion can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Jul 3

For a fall harvest, plant Green Onion around Jul 3 (8 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Carrot ✅ Beet ✅ Lettuce ✅ Tomato✅ Pepper✅ Cabbage✅ Strawberries

❌ Bean❌ Pea

Green Onion in Other Zones

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Green Onion in Zone 1a?

Start Green Onion seeds indoors around Apr 13. Transplant outdoors after May 11. Expect first harvest around Jun 20.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1a is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Green Onion in Zone 1a?

Yes. Green Onion needs 65 days to harvest. Zone 1a has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 1 successions.

What is the best month to plant Green Onion in Zone 1a?

The best time to start Green Onion in Zone 1a is Apr. Begin seeds indoors around Apr 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 25.

What companion plants grow well with Green Onion?

Good companion plants for Green Onion include Carrot, Beet, Lettuce, Tomato, Pepper, Cabbage. Avoid planting Green Onion near Bean, Pea.

How long does Green Onion take to harvest?

Green Onion takes approximately 65 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 1a, expect your first harvest around Jun 20.

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