Shallot - Allium cepa var. aggregatum Red Sun
Shallot - Allium cepa var. aggregatum Red Sun
Shallot - Allium cepa var. aggregatum Red Sun
Allium cepa var. aggregatum Red Sun
Shallot, Eschalot
The bag is completely torn and I don't know if the stated quantity is inside because the bulbs were outside.
Dominique, 06/03/2024
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Description
The Red Sun shallot is a productive variety, providing round shallots of excellent taste quality. The tunic is dark red and the flesh is pink. This variety is well suited for winter storage. Plant pink shallots from February to April (or in autumn for mild climates) and harvest in July-August.
The shallot, like garlic and onion, belongs to the Liliaceae family. This herbaceous plant produces a set of small bulbs topped with narrow, tubular stems. Its delicate flavor is appreciated in cooking. It can be consumed raw, finely chopped to flavor salads and raw vegetables. Cooked, it adds fragrance to stews, sauces, and can also be enjoyed candied. Shallots are rich in vitamins B, C, E, and minerals such as magnesium, iron, and selenium.
There are mainly two categories of shallots: pink and gray.
Pink shallots are the most common and include round, long, and semi-long varieties.
Gray shallots have a long and arched bulb; they are more aromatic but do not keep as long.
Harvesting: Shallots are harvested in summer when the foliage begins to yellow. Harvesting can start from June for gray shallots and from July for pink shallots. Dig up the bulbs and let them dry for 2 or 3 days on the ground in the sun. The foliage is also harvested when it is green, in spring, as soon as the bulb is formed.
Storage: Cut the stems 1 cm (0in) above the collar or, if the condition of the stems allows, braid them to hang them up. Check that the bulbs do not have any bruises to prevent rotting that could contaminate the entire harvest. Store them in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place. Gray shallots can be stored for 6 to 7 months, and pink shallots for 10 to 12 months.
The gardener's tip: Shallots appreciate the company of strawberries, carrots, and lettuce.
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Planting and care
Shallots thrive in light, rich, and well-drained soil. They are sensitive to excess moisture, which can cause the bulbs to rot. It is recommended to plant them on mounds to promote water drainage. Similarly, to prevent bulb rot, the soil should not have received any manure for at least one year. Grey shallots are planted in October-November, while pink shallots are planted in spring, from February to April. In regions with mild winters, you can also plant pink shallots in autumn, in October-November.
Loosen the soil. Space the rows 25 cm (10in) apart. Build up the soil along the entire row to form a 10 cm (4in) high mound. Flatten the top. Plant the bulbs staggered every 20 cm (8in), with the pointed end facing upwards, and lightly bury them. Cover lightly with fine soil, ensuring the tip is level with the ground. No watering is necessary.
Regularly hoe during the month following planting.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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