Parade

Family: Amaryllidaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Aromatic and tender from the first harvest, Parade bunching onions form crisp, hollow green stalks with a clean, mild bite and a bright, grassy sweetness.

Their fine texture stays pleasantly snappy—never tough—making them a delight for fresh use, quick sautéing, and vibrant garnishes, while their gentle flavor also shines in sauces and pickled preparations. Grow Parade for a steady, harvest-ready clump that keeps rewarding you through the warm season.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Clumping

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Parade Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jul 31st – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jul 24th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 18th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 12th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 7th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 3rd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jun 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jun 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	May 31st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	May 22nd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 5th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Clumping
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	50
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Parade bunching onions are built for speed: their mild bite and hollow, crisp stalks stay pleasant and green instead of turning woody. Use them where you want onion flavor that stays snappy—raw, quick-hot in a pan, or pickled for clean crunch.

Best Uses

thinly sliced raw on tacos, rice bowls, or crunchy salads for instant lift
quick sauté (high heat, short time) to keep the hollow stalks snappy and green
stir into soft scrambled eggs or omelets for a fresh onion presence without harshness
pickled or fermented for crunchy, gentle tang

Flavor Profile

clean, mild onion bite bright grassy sweetness crisp, hollow stalk snap tender from the first harvest

Kitchen Pairings

lime ginger soy sauce sesame oil feta butter

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common disease pest issue for Allium fistulosum (green onions/“Parade”), and how do I treat it?

Watch for onion thrips and leaf-tip damage in warm weather; silvery streaks and distorted green leaves are common signs. Control by spraying an approved insecticidal soap and removing heavily infested clumps early to reduce spread. Also avoid overhead watering so leaves stay drier, which helps reduce fungal leaf blights in crowded plantings.

How often should I water Allium fistulosum during the main growing phase (about weeks 3–8)?

Keep the top 1–2 inches of soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged—water deeply about 2–3 times per week depending on heat and soil, and allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings. Because Allium fistulosum has shallow roots, irregular drying followed by heavy soaking can stunt growth and reduce tenderness.

How can I tell when Allium fistulosum (“Parade”) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the hollow green leaves are about 8–12 inches tall (often around 60 days), and the outer leaves are thick enough to hold together when you gently pull one. For continual harvest, cut individual outer stalks at the base rather than uprooting the entire clump; plants should regrow for several cuttings if kept well-watered.