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Can You Grow Onion in Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Onions grow well here — plant sets or transplants in early spring for a summer harvest.
Plant zones
Virginia last frost
Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Onions in Virginia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Virginia'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.
Gardening in Virginia
Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Onion in Virginia?
Onions grow well here — plant sets or transplants in early spring for a summer harvest.
What zone is Virginia?
Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Onions in Virginia?
Plant Onions around early March (start indoors Jan 10), harvest Jun 5 – Jul 5.