When to Plant Onion in Taylor County, FL
Onions are a fundamental kitchen staple available in yellow, white, and red varieties. Choose long-day, short-day, or intermediate types based on your latitude.
Taylor County, Florida is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 6 and the first fall frost is November 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 262 days.
At an elevation of 344 feet, Taylor County receives approximately 59.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sand soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Onion during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Onion will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Onion root diseases.
Taylor County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Sand
Soil pH
5.1-6.1
Drainage
Well Drained
Onion Planting Timeline — Taylor County, FL
Onion Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | January 30 | Jan 30 – Feb 13 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 6 | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Direct Sow | February 20 | Feb 20 – Mar 13 |
| Fall Sowing | September 14 | Sep 14 – Sep 28 |
| Harvest | June 5 | Jun 5 – Jul 24 |
Plant 1" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors |
| February | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | — |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | — |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
90–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 8b
Growing Season
262 days
Growing Tips for Taylor County
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before transplanting. Match day-length type to your latitude. Stop watering when tops begin to fall over and cure bulbs for 2-3 weeks before storage.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Onion in Taylor County, FL?
Taylor County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 6. Plan your Onion planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Taylor County, FL?
Taylor County, Florida is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 6 and first fall frost is November 23.
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