When to Plant Shallots in Zone 3
In USDA zone 3a, plant outdoors May 2 to August 10, and expect your first harvest around August 10. (3a shown here — see 3a and 3b dates separately below.)
Shallots planting calendar for USDA Zone 3a
Average last spring frost
May 30
Average first fall frost
September 10
Direct sow
May 2
Projected first harvest
Aug 10
Shallots is ready to harvest in about 100 days, needing roughly 103 frost-free days in zone 3a.
Shallots planting calendar for USDA Zone 3b
Average last spring frost
May 20
Average first fall frost
September 15
Direct sow
Apr 22
Projected first harvest
Jul 31
Shallots is ready to harvest in about 100 days, needing roughly 118 frost-free days in zone 3b.
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Varieties to grow
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Common problems with shallots
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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