Scallion

Scallions grow best in fertile, well-drained soil near pH 6.0-7.0. Their shallow roots need steady moisture and light nitrogen feeding to keep leaves tender, especially in closely spaced plantings.

Sun

Full sun to part shade

Water

Even moisture; about 1 in/week including rain

Spacing

2 in

First harvest

50–70 days

Tips

• Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in cool weather and thin to about 1 inch apart for slender stems.
• Keep the root zone evenly moist, supplying about 1 inch of water weekly without puddling.
• Apply a light nitrogen side-dressing after establishment if foliage is pale or slow-growing.
• Weed by hand around shallow roots and inspect leaves for silvery thrips scars.
• Pull plants when stems reach pencil thickness, sowing another short row every 2-3 weeks for repeat harvests.

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