Shallots Set - Dutch Yellow

Enhance dishes with our sweet Dutch Yellow Shallots, beloved by top chefs and easy to grow. Cold hardy and heat resistant, these sets are a cost-effective option that produce a variety of sizes. Plant in spring for fall harvest or in fall for spring use.

WHEN TO PLANT: Plant as early as possible in the spring as soon as your soil is workable. This is usually 2 to 4 weeks before your last frost date.

WHERE TO PLANT: Shallots require rich, well-drained organic soil with a pH of 6.2 to 6.8 in a sunny spot for best results. They prefer even moisture throughout the growing cycle and are hardy to USDA zones 2-9.

HOW TO PLANT: Separate bulbs into individual cloves and plant so that the points are just covered with soil; spacing each clove 6" apart in rows that are 12" apart. water well and mulch to reduce soil heaving and protect plants. If necessary apply a common fertilizer; 5-10-5 at a rate of 5 pounds per 100 square feet into the soil prior to planting.

TIME TO HARVEST: Allow shallots to ripen thoroughly and leaves to wither just above the neck of the shallots. At that time remove from the garden; knock off the dirt and allow to dry for several days. Once dried, store by roping or hanging in netted bags in a cool, frost free dry spot for use throughout the winter.

USAGE: Use the same way as onions. Young suitable greens have a delicate flavor fresh from the garden to the grill or salad bowl. Mature dry bulbs are used in cooking or stored for use throughout the winter.