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Conservor · Shallot

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Conservor to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 1st
Harvest BeginsJun 30th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBulbing
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)60
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Plant shallot sets (or transplant starts) soon after the last spring frost once soil is workable, keeping bulbs just at/near the surface to limit rot and encourage good split bulbs.