Shallot Seeds

Useful gardening information

Shallots are remarkably easy to grow from seed. Essential in French cooking, with a flavor described by some as in-between onions and garlic. For soups, salad dressings, vegetable dishes, and casseroles.

Direct seed 1/2 inch deep, 1/2 to 1 inch apart, in rows 10 to 18 inches apart, 2 to 4 weeks before average last frost. This rate will usually produce a single bulb from each plant. To produce clusters of bulbs, increase spacings to 6 to 8 inches.
Harvest in summer when tops fall and begin to brown. Dry in an airy place. Store near freezing at 60-70% relative humidity.

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Creme Brulee Hybrid Shallots
D9942 Creme Brulee (BGS-270) Hybrid
Hybrid "eschalion" is a standout in the kitchen.
Iridescent peachy pink skin covers uniform bulbs. Also called "banana shallots", eschalions are highly desired by chefs because their elongated bulbs are easy to peel and cut, and their sugar profile is perfectly suited for caramelizing. Long storage potential. AAS Regional winner for the Southeast, West/Northwest. 100 days.
  500mg package ( about 125 seeds ) $5.95
SF352 Zebrune Heirloom
French banana heirloom, pinkish brown, drumstick shape, sweet mild taste, resists bolting, stores well, 100 days.
  225mg package ( about 60-75 seeds ) $3.75