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Korean Small Onion Growing Guide

Amaryllidaceae family

Days to Harvest65 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceHeavy
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)
Germination7-14 days
HardinessHardy
Germ. Temp65°F

Companion Planting

Avoid Planting Near

BeanPea

Growth Stages

  1. Seedling / Sprouting
  2. Leaf Growth / Bulbing
  3. Mature / Harvest Ready

Planting Dates by Zone

ZoneStart IndoorsTransplantDirect SowHarvest
Zone 1a—Apr 27—Jun 6
Zone 1b—Apr 27—Jun 6
Zone 2a—Apr 17—May 27
Zone 2b—Apr 27—Jun 6
Zone 3a—Apr 24—Jun 3
Zone 3b—Apr 17—May 27
Zone 4a—Apr 7—May 17
Zone 4b—Apr 3—May 13
Zone 5a—Mar 31—May 10
Zone 5b—Mar 31—May 10
Zone 6a—Mar 31—May 10
Zone 6b—Mar 18—Apr 27
Zone 7a—Mar 18—Apr 27
Zone 7b—Mar 13—Apr 22
Zone 8a—Mar 8—Apr 17
Zone 8b—Feb 22—Apr 3
Zone 9a—Feb 20—Apr 1
Zone 9b—Feb 10—Mar 22
Zone 10a—Jan 23—Mar 4
Zone 10b—Dec 31—Feb 9
Zone 11a—Dec 31—Feb 9
Zone 11b—Dec 18—Jan 27
Zone 12a—Dec 4—Jan 13
Zone 12b—Dec 4—Jan 13
Zone 13a—Dec 4—Jan 13
Zone 13b—Dec 4—Jan 13

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to grow Korean Small Onion?

Korean Small Onion takes approximately 65 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Korean Small Onion need?

Korean Small Onion requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).

How far apart should I plant Korean Small Onion?

Plant Korean Small Onion at 16/sqft (3" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Can Korean Small Onion survive frost?

Korean Small Onion is tolerant of heavy frost and can withstand freezing temperatures.

What are good companion plants for Korean Small Onion?

Good companion plants for Korean Small Onion include Carrot, Beet, Lettuce. Avoid planting near Bean, Pea.

How long does Korean Small Onion take to germinate?

Korean Small Onion seeds germinate in 7-14 days at an optimal temperature of 65°F.

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