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SHALLOTS (Allium cepa) | 100% VCF Plant Nutrients |
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Growing Shallot Plants |
| The nutrition information on this page is specific to a portion size of 100 grams. All information is sourced from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nutrition information for raw, green, fresh Shallots contain the following nutrients. |
| Calcium | 4% | 37mg | Carbohydrates | 6% | 16.80g | Copper | 4% | 0.088(mg) | Folate | 8% | 34g | Iron | 7% | 1.20(mcg) |
| Magnesium | 5% | 21(mg) | Manganese | 15% | 0.292(mg) | Niacin | 1% | 0.200(mg) | Pantothenic acid | 3% | 0.290mg | Phosphorus | 6% | 60(mg) |
| Potassium | 10% | 334(mg) | Protein | 5% | 2 .50(mg) | Selenium | 2% | 1.2g | Thiamin | 4% | 0.060mg | Vitamin A | 24% | 1190 IU |
| Vitamin B-6 | 17% | 0.345(mg) | Vitamin C | 13% | 8.0(mg) | Zinc | 3% | 0.40(mg) | ||||||
The shallot is a botanical variety of the onion. Until 2010, the shallot was classified as a separate species, Allium ascalonicum, a name that is a synonym of Allium cepa, the species name of the onion. (Allium cepa, variety aggregatum), mildly aromatic plant of the amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae), grown for its edible bulbs. A variety of onion, shallots are likely of Asiatic origin and are used like common onions to flavour foods, particularly meats and sauces. They are particularly high in Manganese, Potassium, Vitamins A, B-6, and C . |
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How Much Space Does Shallots Plants Need? Plant them 2cm (¾in) deep in drills or gently push them individually into loose soil, so the tip is just showing at the surface. Space them 15–20cm (6–8in) apart, in rows 30–45cm (12–18in) apart. Firm the soil around the sets and water well. |
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What Type Soil Does Shallots Like Shallots need a sunny, sheltered site with fertile, well-drained soil enriched with plenty of organic nutrients. They won't do well on acid soil (below pH 6.5), so reduce acidity by applying lime in autumn and winter. Damp soil makes the crop more prone to fungal diseases. |
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Planting Sets are generally planted in spring, from mid-March to mid-April. Plant them 2cm (¾in) deep in drills or gently push them individually into loose soil, so the tip is just showing at the surface. Space them 15–20cm (6–8in) apart, in rows 30–45cm (12–18in) apart. Firm the soil around the sets and water well. |
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Nutrients Normal- Shallots require a lot of nitrogen. Give plants a supplemental feeding of liquid organic fertilizer about 3 weeks after planting; continue to fertilize every 3-4 weeks thereafter. Stop feeding once the necks start feeling soft, about 4 weeks before harvest. Vegan- For best results if growing in small to medium size containers, be sure to incorporated before planting our Callemo Powder to help support the plants Calcium and Magnesium needs. Then our VeGrow Quick Start to get the root system started and then use our VeGrow PK Booster once a week for the duration of the plants life cycle. |
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What can I plant next to Shallots? Plant shallots with beets, cabbage, carrots, chamomile, mint, sage and thyme. Do NOT plant with beans or peas. |
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Harvest Time When it's time to harvest a shallot plant bulbs, dig the bulbs, and shake off the dirt, braid the tops, and let them dry. Use a digging fork to gently lift the entire clump out of the ground and gently shake off the soil. Allow the bulbs to dry out some in the garden for about a week or so, weather permitting. |
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