When to Plant Scallions in McCracken County, KY
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.
McCracken County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is March 30 and the first fall frost is October 30, giving you a growing season of approximately 214 days.
At an elevation of 1,445 feet, McCracken County receives approximately 48 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Scallions during the growing season.
McCracken County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.3-6.6
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
Scallions Planting Timeline — McCracken County, KY
Scallions Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 23 | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Direct Sow | March 16 | Mar 16 – Apr 6 |
| Fall Sowing | August 21 | Aug 21 – Sep 4 |
| Harvest | May 25 | May 25 – Jun 22 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
50–70 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
214 days
Growing Tips for McCracken County
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.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Scallions in McCracken County, KY?
McCracken County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of March 30. Plan your Scallions planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is McCracken County, KY?
McCracken County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is March 30 and first fall frost is October 30.
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