Scallion (Green Onion) in Zone 5b
Allium fistulosum
| Start indoors | Not typically started indoors |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Apr 26–May 3 |
| Estimated harvest | ~60 days after direct-sowing |
Spacing: 9 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Carrot — Classic pairing — onion scent deters carrot rust fly, carrot scent deters onion fly.
- Lettuce — Space-efficient interplant with non-competing root depths.
Where to buy scallion (green onion) seeds
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See it growing
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