Scallions Planting Guide
Scallions (green onions) are mild-flavored alliums harvested for their slender green tops and white bases. They are quick-growing and perfect for succession planting.
Allium fistulosum · Vegetable · Amaryllidaceae family · 50–70 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Scallions?
Scallions Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Scallions planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3a | Apr 3 | May 8 | May 15 | Jul 10 – Aug 7 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 29 | May 3 | May 10 | Jul 5 – Aug 2 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 25 | Apr 29 | May 6 | Jul 1 – Jul 29 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | May 1 | Jun 26 – Jul 24 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 21 | Apr 11 | Apr 25 | Jun 20 – Jul 18 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 14 | Apr 4 | Apr 18 | Jun 13 – Jul 11 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Jun 5 – Jul 3 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 27 | Mar 20 | Apr 3 | May 29 – Jun 26 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 25 | May 20 – Jun 17 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 11 | Mar 4 | Mar 18 | May 13 – Jun 10 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 1 | Feb 22 | Mar 8 | May 3 – May 31 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 21 | Feb 11 | Feb 25 | Apr 22 – May 20 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Feb 10 | Apr 7 – May 5 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 28 | Jan 4 | Jan 25 | Mar 22 – Apr 19 |
| Zone 10a | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Mar 26 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Mar 26 |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Soil pH
6 – 7
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3a – 10b
Growing Tips
Direct sow every 3 weeks for continuous harvest. Thin to 1 inch apart or grow in clusters. Harvest when pencil-thick by pulling or cutting at soil level.
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Scallions by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Scallions?
Scallions (Allium fistulosum) takes 50 to 70 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Scallions grow in?
Scallions can be grown in USDA zones 3a through 10b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Scallions need?
Growing Scallions requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6 to 7.