[Plot74]

Some of my shallots did not do so well as they were planted in the wrong place
They formed into small bulbs but did not swell in a reasonable size I could use them for pickling
Or would they be ok to keep for next years sets.
Thanks in advance
John

[arugula]

Planting small shallots is found to result in larger shallots being harvested. So you're better off keeping the small ones back for planting:

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=80632.msg903006#msg903006

[Ian_A]

ah good tip. To be honest I'd not have thought to plant out the small shallots left from this year's harvest. But will save a load to plant this autumn

[arugula]

It is handy to know. I read it on doing some extensive internet research before I posted that question. Pity the same rule doesn't apply to garlic.

[GrannieAnnie]

Where is the best place to store shallots for next year?  Fridge, paper bag in shed?  .........

[arugula]

We stored them in a cardboard box in a cool, but frost free, dark cupboard.

[GrannieAnnie]

Thanks Argyllie!!!!  

I've got quite a few small ones, but had a good harvest too, so I can spare some!!!

I know some stalks are still green, but when I got back from Kent on Monday, they wre all flattened due to the weather, so dug them all up.