Full sun to semi shade. General potting mix or garden soil.
Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
Plant the mother bulbs directly, planting them 5-7 cm deep and 15-25 cm apart, and water well.
Do not water until seedlings emerge, then feed seedlings weekly with plant food.
Choose a pot at least 30cm wide and deep.
Position in full sun or part shade.
Fill with quality potting mix.
Follow seed-> seedling -> harvest guide.
Harvest by cutting the green leaves above the white stem.
This will help encourage leafier growth.
Replant successive crops every 3-4 weeks to extend your harvest window.
Shallot leaves will begin to wilt once the bulb has matured.
When they have formed small bulbs, harvest the plants and place them in a warm, dry spot away from direct sunshine to cure.
Cure shallots for 2-3 weeks after harvesting by storing them in a warm place away from direct sunlight.
When the shallots feel paper-dry on the outside, clip off the tops and roots, and lightly brush off loose soil before storing the shallots in a cool, dry place.
Arrange them in a single layer or hang them in mesh bags.
Zone 1 - Cool
January , February , March , April , May
Zone 2 - Temperate
February , March , April , May , June
Zone 3 - Subtropical
March , April , May , June , July