Vegetables
Beginner
Perennial (grown as annual)
Shallot
Allium cepa var. aggregatum
About Plant: Shallot
The gourmet cook's secret ingredient. Shallots have a delicate, complex flavor that elevates any dish. They multiply underground, so each bulb planted produces a cluster of 5-10 new shallots.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun (6+ hrs)
WaterLow to Moderate
SoilWell-drained, fertile (6.0–7.0)
Spacing6–8 inches
Height12–18 inches
Time to Harvest90-120
Planting Depth1 inch deep (tip at soil level)
Germination TimeN/A (planted as sets)
Expert Growing Tips
Plant sets in fall or early spring. Each bulb multiplies into 5-10 shallots. Cure like garlic for excellent storage.