when to plant shallots?

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when to plant shallots?
« on: January 24, 2010, 18:08 »
I got quite a few shallot set in the shed but not to sure as when to plant them.
When is the best time?

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Re: when to plant shallots?
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2010, 18:09 »
February/March.
Did it really tell you to do THAT on the packet?

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Re: when to plant shallots?
« Reply #2 on: January 24, 2010, 18:24 »
The traditional time is the shortest day ( Dec 22nd, I think ). Then they are harvested on the longest day ( June 22nd ). Having said that, I would get them in as soon as the conditions are right. :D



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