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Yellow Shallots are a cool-season bulb crop that produces multiple flavorful bulbs from a single plant, growing 12-18 inches tall and ready to harvest in 100-109 days. Hardy from zones 3-9, these non-GMO shallot sets thrive in full sun and deliver the mild, refined flavor that makes shallots a kitchen staple. Plant them in spring for a summer harvest, and you'll enjoy the reliable productivity that comes from a true multiplier onion.
Full Sun
Moderate
3-9
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Shallots produce multiple bulbs per plant rather than a single bulb like onions, giving you generous harvests from compact garden space. Their concentric layers of mild, sweet flavor make them far more nuanced than regular onions, a preference among cooks who appreciate subtlety. These sets are specifically selected for early spring planting and are non-GMO, bred to reliably multiply and fill your harvest basket.
Yellow Shallots shine in vinaigrettes, sauces, and braises where their gentle flavor enriches a dish without overwhelming it. They're essential for French cooking, particularly in béarnaise and mignonette, and work beautifully roasted whole, caramelized, or minced into dressings. Their mild character makes them approachable for cooks who find raw onions too harsh, while their sweetness deepens when cooked low and slow.
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Plant shallot sets directly in the garden in early spring as soon as soil is workable. Push sets 6 inches apart into prepared garden soil, spacing rows 18 inches apart. Sets should sit just below the soil surface with their tips barely visible. Planting in spring ensures they establish before warm weather arrives.
Harvest Yellow Shallots after 100-109 days when foliage begins to yellow and fall over naturally, typically in mid to late summer. Wait until the leaves have mostly died back before pulling, as this signals bulb maturity and proper curing. Gently dig or pull plants, brush away loose soil, and cure in a warm, well-ventilated space for 2-3 weeks before storing. Properly cured bulbs will have papery, protective outer layers and will store reliably through winter.
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