When to Plant Scallions in Meade 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.
Meade County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 1 and the first fall frost is November 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 216 days.
At an elevation of 2,934 feet, Meade County receives approximately 45.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Scallions during the growing season.
Meade County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.6-6.5
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 — Meade County, KY
Scallions Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 25 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 1 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Direct Sow | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 8 |
| Fall Sowing | August 25 | Aug 25 – Sep 8 |
| Harvest | May 27 | May 27 – Jun 24 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors 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
216 days
Growing Tips for Meade 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 Meade County, KY?
Meade County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 1. Plan your Scallions planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Meade County, KY?
Meade County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 1 and first fall frost is November 3.
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