Organic Holland Red Shallots

Scientific Name: Allium cepa var. aggregatum 'Holland Red'

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 4"-12"

planting zones

4a-9b

Organic Holland Red Shallots plant details

Organic Holland Red Shallots is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber or fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Organic Holland Red Shallots

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber or fruit / vegetable
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: culinary, easy-to-grow, edible, medicinal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Organic Holland Red Shallots

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shallots can be substituted for onions in most recipes where a mild flavor is desired, and are absolutely the best choice for quiches, gratins, vinaigrettes, marsalas and bearnaise sauces where a subtle blend of flavors is preferred over a strong onion presence. Delightful in recipes with wine. Holland Red shallots a mild, sweet flavor, easy to peel coppery skins and rosy flesh. Very productive; one bulb can produce 10-12 bulbs at harvest time.