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Yellow Granex · Onion

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Yellow Granex to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 21st
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 25th
Harvest BeginsJun 23rd
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBulbing
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For short-day sweet onions, start transplants early and keep them growing steadily—avoid drought stress to prevent premature bolting and small bulbs.