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When to plant Onion in Zone 10b

In Zone 10b, Onion: start seeds indoors around Nov 6–Nov 20; transplant outdoors around Dec 18–Jan 1. Expect to harvest around Mar 28–Apr 11.

StepWhen
Start seeds indoorsNov 6 – Nov 20
Transplant outdoorsDec 18 – Jan 1
HarvestMar 28 – Apr 11

Tip: Day-length sensitive — match the variety (long/short day) to your latitude for big bulbs.

Zone 10b averages a last spring frost around Jan 15 and a first fall frost around Dec 31. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.

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