When to Plant Scallions in Zone 9
In USDA zone 9a, plant outdoors February 1 to April 2, and expect your first harvest around April 2. (9a shown here — see 9a and 9b dates separately below.)
Scallions planting calendar for USDA Zone 9a
Average last spring frost
March 1
Average first fall frost
December 1
Direct sow
Feb 1
Projected first harvest
Apr 2
Scallions is ready to harvest in about 60 days, needing roughly 275 frost-free days in zone 9a.
Scallions planting calendar for USDA Zone 9b
Average last spring frost
February 15
Average first fall frost
December 15
Direct sow
Jan 18
Projected first harvest
Mar 19
Scallions is ready to harvest in about 60 days, needing roughly 303 frost-free days in zone 9b.
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Common problems with scallions
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