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Can You Grow Onion in Yukon?

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Onions can grow in most zones — choose day-neutral varieties for best results.

Plant zones

2a–9b

Yukon last frost

mid-June

Yukon first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

90–120 days

When to plant Onions in Yukon

Start indoors

Apr 20

Transplant

Jun 15

Harvest

Sep 13 – Oct 13

Dates are approximate, based on Yukon'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 Yukon

Yukon has a subarctic continental climate with extreme cold winters but surprisingly warm and long summer days. Whitehorse is Zone 1b-2a. Some vegetables succeed with cold frames and fast-maturing varieties.

See what grows well in Yukon →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Onion in Yukon?

Onions can grow in most zones — choose day-neutral varieties for best results.

What zone is Yukon?

Yukon spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1).

When do you plant Onions in Yukon?

Plant Onions around mid-June (start indoors Apr 20), harvest Sep 13 – Oct 13.