SANTÉ
Product Description:
Shipping now! Approximate bulbs per pound is 15–30, but this can vary based on seasonal conditions and the variety. Shallots need to be planted shortly after arrival. Quantities are limited; order early for best availability. Sorry, not available to Idaho, US Territories, or Canada.
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Customer Reviews
We'll know more in the spring, but I like planting shallots when we plant the garlic.
I had a mixed appearance in the final shallots from bulbs. Most were reddish but some were white/yellow and quite a bit larger than the reddish ones. They are just drying down now in the field so I will have to see what they look like when cured. I'm also growing Creme Brulee from seed in a different area but they still have a ways to go to finish bulbing.
I planted these in October and they seem to be doing well although we did not get a first frost until late Novembe, unusually late here north of Seattle. Picture is from about 6 weeks from planting.
I put my Santes into a garden bed here in the low desert of central Arizona (Zone 9b/10) and although we are having an exceptionally warm and dry year, just a little watering has resulted in excellent sprouting and growth. Waiting for the allium to mature in order to give the taste test.
| Soil Temp for Germ | 50–85°F |
| Seed Depth | ½" |
| Seed Spacing | ½–¾" |
| Thin Plants to | 2–4" |
| Minimum Germination | 75% |
| Seeds per Gram | ≈ 200 |
| Seed Life | 1 year |
Allium cepa, Aggregatum Group
Days to maturity are calculated from date of direct seeding.
Culture
• Shallots prefer light, sandy, loamy soils
• Apply 1/4-1/2 cup of TSC's Complete fertilizer per 5 row feet, 1-2 inches below transplant or seed
Direct Sowing
• Thin to the strongest plant when 4-5 inches
Transplanting
• Sow up to 10-12 seeds in a 4-6 inch pot
• If tops reach over 5 inches before transplant, cut to 3 inches
• When planting out carefully separate the seedlings and place in a shallow trench
• Fill trench around seedlings and water in well
Insects & Diseases
• Common insects: Onion thrips and maggots
• Insect control: Monterey B.t. or Neem oil
• Disease prevention: 5-7 year crop rotation
Harvest & Storage
• As bulbs approach maturity, withhold water so protective paper can form
• Bulbs are ready to harvest when leaves have turned yellow and fall over
• Cure in a warm (75-80°F), shaded, well-ventilated location until outer skin and necks are dry
• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
• Check occasionally and immediately remove any sprouting or rotting shallots
Shallot Bulbs
Bulbs per pound: Approximately 15–30, unless otherwise noted.
Culture
• Shallots thrives in rich, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0
• Work in 1 inch layer of compost, 1/2 cup of bone meal, 1/2 cup TSC's Complete fertilizer per 5 row feet
• When spring growth begins: water to keep the soil slightly moist, and fertilize with Age Old Grow or TSC's Complete fertilizer
• As harvest approaches: water less to avoid molding or staining
• Our shallot varieties are adapted to 36-55° latitude
Direct Sowing
• Plant the root ends down and cover with 1/2 inch of soil and mulch with clean straw or leaves to 4 inches
• Bulb Spacing: 6-8"
• Row Spacing: 12"
Harvest & Storage
• Bulbs are ready to harvest when leaves have turned yellow and fall over
• Standard yield for shallots is about 4-5 times the amount planted
• Cure shallots like onions: in a warm (75-80°F), shaded, well-ventilated location until outer skin and necks are dry
• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
• Check occasionally and immediately remove any sprouting or rotting shallots
