Scallion

Allium fistulosum, Amaryllidaceae

Zones

3a–10b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Brown Turkey FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Black Mission FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Kadota FigFicus carica

Pest Deterrent

Cushaw SquashCucurbita argyrosperma

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Common BeanPhaseolus vulgaris

Pest DeterrentNitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

Silver WattleAcacia dealbata

Acacia produces tannins and other compounds that inhibit growth of herbaceous plants

Blue Gum EucalyptusEucalyptus globulus

Eucalyptus allelopathic compounds strongly inhibit Welsh onion growth and development

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Scallion grow in?

Scallion grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Scallion?

Good companions for Scallion include Fig, Brown Turkey Fig, Black Mission Fig, Kadota Fig, Cushaw Squash.

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