Cipollini · Onion
Planting Schedule
Add Cipollini to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | May 13th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 13th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 21st |
| Harvest Ends | Sep 27th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 45°F
and nights stay above 35°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 100 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Bulbing |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 35 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: For cipollini type onions, start early enough that plants establish before bulbing, then keep soil evenly moist until the tops start to fall over—consistent moisture boosts sweetness.