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Ambition · Shallot

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Ambition to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 25th
Harvest BeginsAug 23rd
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 50°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBulbing
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)50
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Grow seed-grown shallots as early as possible but only transplant into reliably cool-to-mild conditions—keep beds evenly moist early to support strong bulb formation.