Shallots Red Sun
A new Dutch shallot variety producing very consistent, round shallots with very strong and beautiful red/brown coloured skin. Also referred to as the improved Red Sun. In addition, this variety can be grown on any soil type and is suitable for long-term storage. high resistance to bolting. Can be planted out from January onwards for Jun / Jul harvest.
Shallots Red Sun
A new Dutch shallot variety producing very consistent, round shallots with very strong and beautiful red/brown coloured skin. Also referred to as the improved Red Sun. In addition, this variety can be grown on any soil type and is suitable for long-term storage. high resistance to bolting. Can be planted out from January onwards for Jun / Jul harvest.
Cultivation advice Shallots Red Sun
- Soil is best prepared the previous season with organic matter. Do not plant on a freshly manured bed.
- Try to avoid planting in the same place as onions from the previous year.
- Sow mid Feb to Late Mar usually 2 weeks before onion sets.
- Plant like small bulbs so that the tips are just showing above the soil 15-20 cm apart with 20 cm between rows.
- Protect during early growth if you have squirrels or pigeons in the area.
- Keep weed free and water during dry periods.
(Please note sets are supplied by packaged weight and exact counts per packet / net will vary with the mixed sizes of the sets.)
(If not planted immediately, open bag and spread somewhere cool and dry to prevent the sets sweating and rotting)
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