ZonePlant
Red Beard scallion (bunching onion)

vegetable variety in zone 7a

Red Beard scallion (bunching onion) in zone 7a

Red Beard · Allium fistulosum

Zone
7a 0°F to 5°F
Growing season
210 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 7a

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Common challenges in zone 7a

  • ▸ Cedar-apple rust
  • ▸ Brown rot
  • ▸ Fire blight
  • ▸ High humidity disease pressure

Modified care for zone 7a

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Red Beard in adjacent zones

Other scallion (bunching onion) varieties for zone 7a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Red Beard scallion (bunching onion) grow in zone 7a?

Yes. Red Beard is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 7a.

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

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