PRESALE
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Shallots are a popular vegetable used to season in cooking. Similar to onion but have a milder flavor. Studies have shown there are many benefits to adding onions to your dishes. Like onions, shallots are said to improve heart health, strengthen bones and improve immunity. Shallots are easy to grow and a great addition to your edible garden.
About this Variety
Dutch red shallots have a bold flavor and a reddish-purple skin.
Highlights
- Non GMO
- Great for containers, raised beds and edible gardens
- Easy to grow
Exposure:
Full Sun
Harvest:
Summer
Height:
Grows 4-6" tall
Spacing/Depth:
Plant 1-2" deep; 3-4" apart
USDA Zones:
Hardy in USDA zones 3-9
Growing Instructions
Plant in well-drained soil that has been loosened. Control weeds around sets with frequent shallow cultivation. Space garden rows 12-24" apart. Plant only deep enough so that the tops of sets are covered with soil. Harvest when fully matured and air dry.
Care Tip
Shallots can be kept well into the winter months if properly dried and stored. Place the bulbs in a well ventilated bag or open container and store in a cool, dry location with little humidity.