When to Plant Scallions in Carroll County, OH
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.
Carroll County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 30 and the first fall frost is October 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 168 days.
At an elevation of 1,145 feet, Carroll County receives approximately 35 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Scallions during the growing season.
Carroll County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Scallions Planting Timeline — Carroll County, OH
Scallions Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Direct Sow | April 16 | Apr 16 – May 7 |
| Harvest | June 25 | Jun 25 – Jul 23 |
| Fall Sowing | August 6 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
50–70 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
168 days in Carroll County
Growing Tips for Carroll 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Scallions in Carroll County, OH?
Carroll County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 30. Plan your Scallions planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Carroll County, OH?
Carroll County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 30 and first fall frost is October 15.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Carroll County (Zone 6b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.