Growing Green Onion in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Green Onion early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 22. First frost: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Apr 10Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

Zone3a

Last FrostMay 22

First FrostSep 12

Season Length113 days

Days to Harvest65

Sunfull-to-part

Frost ToleranceHeavy

Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)

When to Plant Green Onion in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 10

Start Green Onion seeds indoors around Apr 10 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 8

Transplant Green Onion seedlings outdoors after May 8. 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 17

First harvest approximately Jun 17 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12). Green Onion can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

Fall Planting: Jul 18

For a fall harvest, plant Green Onion around Jul 18 (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 3a?

Start Green Onion seeds indoors around Apr 10. Transplant outdoors after May 8. Expect first harvest around Jun 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Green Onion in Zone 3a?

Yes. Green Onion needs 65 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

What is the best month to plant Green Onion in Zone 3a?

The best time to start Green Onion in Zone 3a is Apr. Begin seeds indoors around Apr 10, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 22.

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 3a, expect your first harvest around Jun 17.

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