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Red Baron Shallots
AlliumAllium cepa var. aggregatum 'Red Baron'
- Full sun
- Zones 5–10
- 90 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A premium French-type shallot with beautiful reddish-purple skin and crisp white flesh tinged with purple rings that adds both flavor and visual appeal to any dish. These elongated bulbs multiply underground to produce clusters of 6-8 shallots per plant, offering exceptional value and storage life. Their complex, wine-like flavor is more refined than onions, making them a favorite among gourmet cooks and essential for French cuisine.
Planting
Plant sets in early spring, 4-6 weeks before last frost. Plant with pointed end up, barely covered.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 14-21 from seed.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Onion thrips, onion fly maggots. Common diseases: Downy mildew, neck rot, white rot.