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Purple de Lautrec Shallot

Allium

Allium cepa var. aggregatum 'Purple de Lautrec'

Overview
A prestigious French heirloom shallot with protected designation of origin status, prized by chefs worldwide for its complex, wine-like flavor. The elongated bulbs have beautiful purple-tinged skin and develop multiple cloves with incomparable taste. This is the shallot that elevates French cuisine to culinary art.
Planting
Plant bulbs in fall in mild climates or early spring in cold areas. Each bulb multiplies into 4-8 new bulbs.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Onion thrips, onion fly larvae, slugs. Common diseases: White rot, downy mildew, rust.