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Can You Grow Onion in Nunavut?

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Won't grow here

Onions struggle in very short-season zones but can still produce green onions for harvest.

Plant zones

2a–9b

Nunavut last frost

early July

Nunavut first frost

early August

Days to harvest

90–120 days

When to plant Onions in Nunavut

Start indoors

May 6

Transplant

Jul 1

Harvest

Sep 29 – Oct 29

Dates are approximate, based on Nunavut's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Onion

Onions are a staple crop that stores well and can be grown as sets transplants or from seed.

Growing from sets is easiest for beginners. Plant in early spring — onions are frost-tolerant. Day-length sensitive — choose short-day long-day or day-neutral varieties based on your latitude.

Full onion growing guide →

Gardening in Nunavut

Nunavut has an arctic climate. Gardening is extremely challenging — primarily done in heated greenhouses. Traditional food gathering is more practical than conventional growing.