Planting advice for the USA & Canada, Zone 8a

January: Start undercover in seed trays.

February: Transplant 4-6 week old seedlings.

March: Plant seed directly into garden.

April: Do not grow.

May: Do not grow.

June: Do not grow.

July: Do not grow.

August: Plant seed directly into garden.

September: Plant seed directly into garden.

October: Do not grow.

November: Do not grow.

December: Do not grow.

Space Plants: 2cm (1") apart.

Harvest In: 8-10 weeks.

Grows Best With: Bell Peppers, Carrots, Chili Peppers, Lettuce, Mint, Parsnips, Potatoes, Tomatillos, Tomatoes.

Avoid Growing With: Green Beans, Parsley, Sage.

Planting Scallions

Scallions should be direct sown, but can also be started undercover 2-4 weeks before the last frost date for a head start. Dig a trench 0.5cm (1/4") deep, evenly sprinkle the seeds inside it, and gently cover back up. Rows should be spaced 15cm (6") apart. Scallions prefer loamy, well-draining soil rich in organic matter, and perform best in full sun but will also thrive in partial shade.

Growing Scallions

Once seedlings are 5cm (2") tall, thin to allow at least 2cm (1") between plants. The thinned seedlings can be replanted elsewhere, or used in cooking. Scallions are sensitive to dry conditions, so be sure to keep the soil moist but not wet, applying mulch to the bed to help retain moisture if necessary. Scallions will benefit from a nitrogen-rich fertiliser applied every 2-3 weeks to promote growth.

Harvesting Scallions

Once they reach a useable size, harvest scallions by either gently pulling them from the garden or cutting them off 2cm (1") above the soil. Scallions will regrow if cut this way, allowing for many harvests from a single plant. For storage, keep unwashed scallions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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