Shallots, Large Multiplying Onion Sets, Mild Flavor, 12 oz. Pack
12 oz pack, approx. 40-50 bulbsShallots are multiplier onions. This means that the bulb divides into a number of cloves or small bulblets which remain attached to the base. Shallots have a milder flavor than other onions. Shallots add a mild flavor to soups, salads and other foods.Height: 18 - 24 inches.Spacing: 6 - 8 inches apart in rows 8 inches apart.Depth: Plant bulbs in a 1 inch trench with the pointed end up. Cover them with soil and tamp with the back of a hoe.Spread: 4 - 6 inches.Sun/Shade: Full sun.Foliage: Green onion-like foliage.Fruit: The shallots have a hint of purple color.Days To Maturity: Needs approximately 4 months to reach maturity.Soil Requirements: Sandy soil, very adaptable.Growth Rate: Needs approximately 4 months to mature.