| Common Name | Shallot |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
| Species | Ascalonicum |
| Origin | Mediterranean / Near East |
| Blooming | Summer flowers on scapes before bulb maturation |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained loamy soil, rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.5
Moderate water during growth, dry out completely before harvest to cure bulbs properly
Full sun required for bulb development, tolerate partial shade if light is intense
Balanced fertilizer at planting, avoid high nitrogen late in season to prevent rot
Remove flower scapes to direct energy to bulb growth if not harvesting seeds
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