Growing Onions in Newfoundland & Labrador
Onions grow well here from sets or from transplants started indoors. They tolerate cool weather and light frost. Give them full sun and weed-free beds.
When should I plant onions?
Timing can vary substantially across Newfoundland & Labrador. Choose your community for a more local answer.
Common questions
Sets or seeds?
Sets are easiest. Seed-grown onions need starting indoors well before spring to size up in a short season.
When should I plant?
Timing depends a lot on where you are in Newfoundland & Labrador. Choose your community above for dates based on its frost record.
What location is best?
Full sun and well-drained soil. Onions don't compete well with weeds.
What commonly goes wrong?
Onion maggot, small bulbs from late planting, and rot in waterlogged soil.
When can I harvest?
When the tops fall over in late summer. Cure the bulbs somewhere dry and airy before storing.
Varieties to look for
- Long-day types
- Sets for simplicity
Spacing
10 cm apart
Local guides
Also see: Growing Garlic · Growing Carrots
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