When to Plant Scallions in Rockingham County, VA
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.
Rockingham County, Virginia is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 198 days.
At an elevation of 314 feet, Rockingham County receives approximately 53.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Scallions during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Scallions root diseases.
Rockingham County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.3-7
Drainage
Well Drained
Scallions Planting Timeline — Rockingham County, VA
Scallions Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 13 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Direct Sow | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 20 |
| Fall Sowing | August 19 | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
| Harvest | June 8 | Jun 8 – Jul 6 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| 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
198 days
Growing Tips for Rockingham 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 Rockingham County, VA?
Rockingham County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Scallions planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Rockingham County, VA?
Rockingham County, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 28.
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