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Green onion
Overview
Also called scallions or spring onions, green onions are harvested before the bulb fully develops, prized for their mild flavor and versatile crunch. They are among the fastest and easiest alliums to grow, ready in as little as 60 days from seed. Many varieties are perennial, forming ever-expanding clumps that can be harvested year after year.
Companion Planting & Soil
Good Companions
Avoid Planting Near
Soil pH6 — 7
Soil TypeRich, moist, well-drained soil
Planting Calendar
When to sow, transplant, and harvest by growing zone.
| Zone | Action | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold (1-2) | Direct Sow | May — Jul | Direct sow after last frost; succession sow every 2-3 weeks |
| Cold (1-2) | Harvest | Jun — Sep | Harvest at 6-8" tall; about 60 days from sowing |
| Cool (3-4) | Direct Sow | Mar — Aug | Succession sow every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest |
| Cool (3-4) | Harvest | May — Oct | Harvest in about 60 days |
| Moderate (5-7) | Direct Sow | Feb — Sep | Succession sow every 2-3 weeks; nearly year-round |
| Moderate (5-7) | Harvest | Apr — Nov | Harvest as needed; regrows from roots if cut above base |
| Warm (8-9) | Direct Sow | Sep — Apr (wraps) | Sow fall through spring; avoid summer heat |
| Warm (8-9) | Harvest | Oct — May (wraps) | Harvest fall through spring |
| Hot (10+) | Direct Sow | Sep — Mar (wraps) | Cool-season crop; succession sow every 3 weeks |
| Hot (10+) | Harvest | Nov — Apr (wraps) | Harvest during cool season |
Uses
Culinary
- Raw garnish for virtually any savory dish
- Grilled whole with oil and salt
- Essential in Asian, Mexican, and Middle Eastern cuisines
Medicinal
- Mild antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties
- Rich in vitamin K and vitamin C
- Quercetin content supports immune health
Other Uses
- Quick-growing intercrop between slower vegetables
- Pest-deterrent companion plant
