Incredibly easy to grow, they are Excellent for both beginner gardeners and experienced green thumbs. Whether you are planting them in a sunny windowsill pot, a patio container, or right into your backyard garden beds, these incredibly versatile green onions will thrive and give you a fresh garnish for soups, stir-fries, and salads all season long.
1. When to Sow Direct sow outdoors in early spring as soon as the ground can be worked, or grow indoors year-round.
2. Germination Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. Keep the soil wildly moist. Germination typically occurs in 7-14 days at 60-75°F.
3. Thinning Thin seedlings to 1-2 inches apart to allow for proper stalk development.
4. Care Water consistently. Green onions have shallow roots, so keep the top layer of soil evenly moist.
5. Harvesting Snip green leaves as needed, or pull the entire plant once it reaches the desired size.