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Candy · Onion

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Candy to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 21st
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 1st
Harvest BeginsJul 20th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity110
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBulbing
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For day-neutral onions like 'Candy Hybrid,' transplant only when soil is cool-to-moderate and keep spacing tight enough to form thick bulbs.