How to Grow Innovator
Allium cepa var. aggregatum
Your complete guide to growing Innovator.
📷 Wikipedia: OnionWhen to Plant Innovator
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | August – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | August – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | August – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | July – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | July – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | June – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | May – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | May – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | April – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | April – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | April – December |
Companion Plants for Innovator
✓ Good companions
Alliums repel cabbage worms, aphids, and flea beetles from brassicas
Alliums deter carrot flies while carrots help break up soil for allium bulbs
Alliums deter cucumber beetles and aphids while improving overall plant health
Alliums repel aphids and slugs while providing natural pest protection
Alliums deter aphids and may improve pepper growth and flavor
Alliums deter aphids and may reduce black spot disease in roses
Alliums repel aphids, slugs, and nematodes that damage strawberry plants
Alliums repel aphids, spider mites, and hornworms that commonly attack tomatoes
✗ Keep away from
Alliums can compete for nutrients and may inhibit asparagus spear development
Alliums can inhibit nitrogen fixation and stunt bean growth
Alliums interfere with nitrogen-fixing bacteria and can reduce pea yields
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
