Shallot
Allium cepa
Shallots prefer well-drained, fertile soil and full sun for best bulb development, though they can tolerate partial shade with reduced yields. Plant sets or seeds in early spring or fall, spacing them about 6 inches apart, and fertilize lightly with a balanced fertilizer at planting. Allow foliage to die back naturally before harvesting to ensure fully matured, flavorful bulbs.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 30″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Consistently To Keep Soil Evenly Moist But Not Waterlogged; Reduce In Dormancy
Temperature
-40° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 6″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Set
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 6, 2015 by Muhammad Falah (cc-by-sa)
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