shallot 'Golden Gourmet'
yellow shallot sets
Sets are the easiest way to grow shallots in the garden. Planted very early in the season, in mid-February if possible, they...
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Plant description
Sets are the easiest way to grow shallots in the garden. Planted very early in the season, in mid-February if possible, they mature faster than those grown from seed. 'Golden Gourmet' is a very high yielding, Dutch variety that can be harvested as early as July. It has a golden brown skin, stores well and has better resistance to bolting than many other varieties.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
How to care for shallot Golden Gourmet:
Plant this yelow shallot from December to April, 3cm deep and 12cm apart. On average shallots take approx 26 weeks to mature.
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