| Botanical | Allium cepa var. aggregatum |
| Common Name | Shallot |
| Height | 12-18" |
| Spacing | 3-4" |
| Hardiness | Zones 4-10 |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Foliage | Green |
| Harvest | Spring Planting: Late Summer-Early Fall; Fall Planting: Spring to Summer |
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Shallots
Shallots are easy to grow and make a delicious addition to your garden! They are often thought to be another variety of onions, but they are their own species. Shallots have a mild taste that combines the flavor of a sweet onion with a touch of garlic. They are delicious in sauces, added to quiche, or used in salads!
- Easy to grow
- Low maintenance
Fall Planting: 1. Press sets into the soil until they are half-covered with the pointed end facing up. 2. Fertilize once during the growing season. 3.Water thoroughly after planting. Avoid letting shallots dry out, but do not overwater. After planting, apply mulch after soil has cooled (not immediately after planting) to prevent frost heaves, retain moisture, and moderate soil temperature. In Zones 5-6, apply 4-6” of mulch (straw or shredded leaves). In Zones 7-9, apply 1-2” of mulch (less mulch in warmer areas). In spring, pull back mulch slightly. Dry bulbs will be ready for harvest in spring thru summer when tops have dried and fallen over naturally. Lift onions gently and store in cool, dry conditions.
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Planting Instructions: Select a sunny location and plant in early spring when the ground is workable. Plant in deeply cultivated, moderately rich soil. 1. Press sets into the soil until they are half covered. Plant small bulbs about 3-4" apart. 2. Fertilize once during the growing season. 3. It is not necessary to water unless the soil is unusually dry. Harvest in early summer when the leaves turn brown. Save some bulbs for the next seasons garden. Fall Planting: 1. Press sets into the soil until they are half-covered with the pointed end facing up.2. Fertilize once during the growing season.3. Water thoroughly after planting. Avoid letting shallots dry out, but do not overwater. After planting, apply mulch after soil has cooled (not immediately after planting) to prevent frost heaves, retain moisture, and moderate soil temperature. In Zones 5-6, apply 4-6” of mulch (straw or shredded leaves). In Zones 7-9, apply 1-2” of mulch (less mulch in warmer areas). In spring, pull back mulch slightly. Dry bulbs will be ready for harvest in spring thru summer when tops have dried and fallen over naturally. Lift onions gently and store in cool, dry conditions.