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Can You Grow Onion in Massachusetts?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Onions grow well here — plant sets or transplants in early spring for a summer harvest.

Plant zones

2a–9b

Massachusetts last frost

early April

Massachusetts first frost

late October

Days to harvest

90–120 days

When to plant Onions in Massachusetts

Start indoors

Feb 3

Transplant

Apr 1

Harvest

Jun 30 – Jul 30

Dates are approximate, based on Massachusetts'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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a humid continental climate. Boston and coastal areas are Zone 6a-6b; inland areas are colder at Zone 5b-6a. Four seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.