ZonePlant
Red Beard scallion (bunching onion)

vegetable variety in zone 6b

Red Beard scallion (bunching onion) in zone 6b

Red Beard · Allium fistulosum

Zone
6b -5°F to 0°F
Growing season
190 days
Days to harvest
60 to 80

The verdict

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About Red Beard

Mild, slightly sweet, beautiful purple-red shanks fading to green; the ornamental scallion. Salads, garnishes, raw use. Productive, shows color best in cool weather.

Critical timing for zone 6b

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Common challenges in zone 6b

  • Cedar-apple rust
  • Fire blight
  • Stink bugs

Modified care for zone 6b

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Red Beard in adjacent zones

Other scallion (bunching onion) varieties for zone 6b

Frequently asked questions

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Will Red Beard scallion (bunching onion) grow in zone 6b?

Yes. Red Beard is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 6b.

Image: "Allium fistulosum 2", by Dalgial, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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