French Red · Shallot
Planting Schedule
Add French Red to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | May 25th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 25th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 23rd |
| Harvest Ends | Aug 29th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 55°F
and nights stay above 28°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 90 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Bulbing |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 65 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: Plant shallot sets shallow (just cover the crown), keep soil evenly moist during bulbing, and cure harvested bulbs in a dry, airy spot to prevent rot.