Scallions

Scallion Plants in 4-Inch and 6-Inch Pots Available in Jupiter, FL

Scallions (Allium fistulosum), also known as green onions or bunching onions, are a kitchen essential that deliver mild onion flavor with a tender crunch from top to root. These non-bulbing onions are incredibly versatile—ideal for everything from stir-fries and salads to garnishes and marinades. In South Florida, scallions thrive in raised beds and containers, producing steadily through the cool season with quick regrowth after harvest.

Available in 4-inch and 6-inch pots, these scallions are pre-established and ready to jumpstart your edible garden with flavor and ease.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

Sunlight: Full sun preferred—6+ hours daily. Will tolerate light shade.

Watering: Moderate. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Consistent moisture supports tender stalk growth.

Soil: Loose, fertile, and well-drained soil with plenty of compost. Neutral pH (6.0–7.0) is best.

Fertilizer: Feed every 2–3 weeks with a nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer for steady green growth.

Growth Habit: Upright, clumping growth. Typically 12–18 inches tall. Regrows quickly after harvesting individual stalks.

Temperature: USDA Zones 9–11. Grows best in South Florida’s fall through spring season. Can persist longer with some summer protection.

Maintenance: Very low. Remove any yellowing leaves. Divide clumps if they get too dense.

Harvest & Seasonality:

Planting Time: October through February is ideal in South Florida for cool-season growth.

Harvest Time: Ready to harvest in 30–60 days from transplant. Harvest outer stalks or entire clumps as needed.

How to Harvest: Use scissors or a sharp knife to cut stalks 1 inch above the soil. Leaves will regrow multiple times.

Seasonal Notes: Great for succession planting—keep new crops coming every few weeks.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:

Scallions are rich in Vitamin K, Vitamin C, and sulfur compounds that support immune function, bone health, and cardiovascular health. Their gentle, digestive-friendly flavor makes them a staple in healing and nourishing diets.

Ideal For:

• Raised bed or patio container gardens

• South Florida winter and spring planting

• Quick kitchen harvests and culinary use

• Gardeners seeking low-effort, high-reward greens

• Companion planting (repels aphids and carrot flies)

Plant Classification:

Scientific Name: Allium fistulosum
Common Name: Scallion, Green Onion, Bunching Onion
Plant Type: Cool-season leafy vegetable
Family: Amaryllidaceae (onion family)
Class: Monocot – Grass-like edible plant
Growth Form: Upright, clumping perennial
Evergreen/Deciduous: Semi-evergreen in mild climates
Perennial or Annual: Perennial in South Florida; often grown as an annual

Container Sizes: 4-inch pot or 6-inch pot