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Scallion (Green Onion) Varieties


Below is a list of all known varieties for Scallion (Green Onion). Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.


Variety Name Description
Charred Scallion A culinary preparation of scallions that have been grilled or roasted until blackened; used for a smoky, sweet, and intense garnish/sauce ingredient.
Chive (Young/Thin) Very young or thin chives that are used interchangeably with mild scallions or microgreens.
Evergreen Hardy White A cold-tolerant, perennial variety that can be harvested throughout the year; produces long, slender green leaves and white shanks.
Green Mountain Scallion A hardy variety known for its deep green color and resistance to common leaf diseases.
Ishikura Scallion A non-bulbing, fast-growing Japanese cultivar that forms thick, uniform white shanks; used widely in Asian cooking.
Leek Shoots The young, tender, and very thin growth stage of the leek plant; often used as a delicate garnish.
Parade Scallion A high-performing, quick-maturing variety known for its upright growth and lack of bulbing, perfect for bunching.
Ramps (Wild Leeks) A wild North American onion (*Allium tricoccum*) harvested in spring; prized for its intense, garlicky-onion flavor and brief season.
Red Baron Scallion A variety with deep red/purple skin that adds color to dishes; known for its slightly milder flavor than white varieties.
Scallion Bottoms (White/Pale Green) The white or pale green base of the scallion; used as a mild onion flavor base in cooking.
Scallion Tops (Greens) The hollow, green leafy portion of the scallion; used primarily as a fresh garnish or mild flavor addition.
Southport White Globe Scallion A variety that will develop a small, white bulb if left to mature; commonly harvested young as a scallion.
Spring Onion (Culinary) A general culinary term for an onion harvested before the bulb has had a chance to fully swell; used interchangeably with scallion.
Straight Leaf Scallion A variety noted for its sturdy, upright, green foliage and minimal bulb development; preferred for garnishing.
Welsh Onion (Bunching Onion) A hardy, perennial non-bulbing onion (*Allium fistulosum*) grown for its long, edible green leaves; used similarly to scallions.
White Lisbon Scallion A very common, fast-growing variety known for its long, pure white shanks and excellent uniformity; popular for early planting.