Patterson· Onion
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Feb 23rd |
| Last Frost | May 4th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Apr 27th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 15th |
| Harvest Ends | Oct 5th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 45°F
and nights stay above 28°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 110 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Bulbing |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 75 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: For longest storage, transplant sturdy seedlings into well-drained soil and stop fertilizing nitrogen about a month before harvest so the bulbs cure and dry down properly.