Shallots – easy to grow
by Sarah - May 24th, 2011.Filed under: Thompson and Morgan.
You plant shallots in the same way as onions, leaving the tip of the bulb exposed. You can also start shallots from seed if you can’t get the bulbs.
You can plant them about 6″ to 8″ (15cm-20cm) apart – in rows the same distance apart. Keep the bed weeded and wait until the leaves finally turn yellow.
The grow in a ring around the original and in a ring shape. You lift them as such, dry and store like onions. They should keep longer. They are much used in recipes and can replace onions!
Tons of shallots available at Thompson & Morgan.
There’s an autumn planting but most should be planted in the spring!
Chempak Onion Fertiliser – 1 x 4.8kg pack £12.99
Chempak organic onion fertiliser is a specially formulated granular fertiliser with essential nutrients, in the correct balance, slowly released throughout the season to give tastier and increased yields of quality onions, shallots and garlic.1.2kg is sufficient for planting 90 onion sets in a 9m (30ft) row. N:P:K – 4:6:12 + 4Mgo)
Shallot ‘Echalote Grise’ (Autumn Planting ) – 1 pack £5.79
Autumn Planting.A khaki coloured shallot originating in Kazakhstan, and rarely seen in Britain. This gourmet Shallot ‘Echalote Grise’ is prized in French cuisine for its intense and concentrated flavour. Pack size: Approx. 500g. Approx. 20 sets. Height 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot ‘Longor’ – 1 pack £4.99
Spring planting.A French production of ‘Jersey Long’ type producing the longest bulbs we have seen. Shallot ‘Longor’ is an RHS AGM variety that is highly praised for its robust flavour and good storage potential, and will surely be a winner for the exhibitor too. Pack size: Approx 500g, approx 15-20 sets. Height 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot French ‘Longor’ – 1kg pack £8.99
This French version of ‘Jersey Long’ has been awarded an RHS Award of garden merit for its extremely long bulbs and robust flavour. Shallots have a much sweeter flavour than onions and can be used in stews and casseroles for a more delicate taste. This variety is a particular favourite with exhibition growers, and can be stored over a long period.
Shallot ‘Mikor’ – 1 pack £4.99
Spring planting.French shallot ‘Mikor’ produces more rounded bulbs than ‘Jermor’, with a more coppery-red skin with crisp white, pink-tinged flesh. An essential ingredient in traditional French cuisine with excellent storing qualities. Pack size: Approx. 500g. Approx. 15-20 sets. Height: 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot ‘Pesandor’ – 1 pack £4.99
Spring planting.These classic French ‘longue’ bulbs are an essential for French cuisine. The long, slender copper-skinned bulbs have a pink tinge through the flesh. Shallot ‘Pesandor’ is ideal for slicing in salads and stores exceptionally well. Pack size: Approx 500g, approx 15-20 sets. Height: 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot ‘Golden Gourmet’ – 1 pack £4.29
Spring planting.This is a major advance on the traditional variety ‘Giant Yellow’. RHS AGM variety Shallot ‘Golden Gourmet’ produces larger and better quality bulbs with reduced bolting incidence. The lovely golden brown skinned bulbs store well throughout the winter. Pack size: Approx. 500g. Approx. 20 sets. Height 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot ‘Pikant’ – 1 pack £4.29
Spring planting.Shallot ‘Pikant’ is well flavoured, early and high yielding, producing smaller bulbs than other varieties with a stronger flavour. Each bulb divides into many shallots at harvest time, with excellent keeping qualities. Pack size: Approx 500g, approx 15-20 sets. Height: 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot ‘Red Sun’ – 1 pack £4.29
Spring planting.Gaining in popularity due to its attractive red tinged skin, Shallot ‘Red Sun’ is arguably the best of the red shallots. Producing good yields of crisp, white fleshed bulbs of excellent flavour for cooking, salads or for pickling. Bulbs have long storage potential. Pack size: Approx 500g, approx 15-20 sets. Height: 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).
Shallot ‘Springfield’ – 1 pack £4.29
Spring planting.These high yielding, shiny bronzed-skinned shallots have good bolting resistance. The reddish tinted flesh of Shallot ‘Springfield’ has a strong flavour so is ideal for pickling/stews and casseroles. Bulbs store very well. Pack size: Approx 500g, approx 15-20 sets. Height: 35cm (14”). Spread: 15cm (6”).