Shallot Varieties

Dutch Red Shallots

In addition to Dutch Yellow Shallots, I also grow Dutch (or Holland) Red Shallots. Features: 1) Since this variety can withstand freezes, these shallots do quite well being planted in the fall. 2) Each Dutch Red Shallot bulb will produce between 6 and 12 shallots. Typically, I will get about 8 or 9 in a […]

Shallot Varieties

Dutch Yellow Shallots

I have been successfully growing Dutch Yellow Shallots in the spring. This year I am trying to master growing them in the fall. Features: 1) Since shallots grow in clusters, you can bank on getting between 6 and 10 shallots for every bulb planted. I typically get at least seven shallots. 2) Dutch Yellow Shallots […]

Sow and Grow Shallots

Sow and Grow Shallots

In Pittsburgh, I always thought the best time to grow shallots was in the spring. I noticed when I grew the Dutch red shallot bulbs in the spring, they did not multiply as much as the yellow ones. Also, I noticed that the red shallots were available from some seed and garlic vendors in late […]