When to Plant Onion in Pratt County, KS
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.
Pratt County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 192 days.
At an elevation of 852 feet, Pratt County receives approximately 21.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Onion during the growing season.
Pratt County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.7-7.6
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Onion Planting Timeline — Pratt County, KS
Onion Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 15 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Direct Sow | April 1 | Apr 1 – Apr 22 |
| Fall Sowing | August 15 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
| Harvest | July 15 | Jul 15 – Sep 2 |
Plant 1" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| 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 6a
Growing Season
192 days
Growing Tips for Pratt 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
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Onion in Pratt County, KS?
Pratt County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Onion planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Pratt County, KS?
Pratt County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 24.
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