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Spacing for Shallots? Same as Garlic???

Posted by sue__wa 8 WA (My Page) on
Tue, Sep 23, 08 at 16:02

I can't find this in Mel's book or online. Does anyone have experience with this?

Since shallots are multiplier onions, I was thinking 2 per square foot, at an angle.

Anyone?

Thanks ahead, Sue


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RE: Spacing for Shallots? Same as Garlic???

Sue, I was hoping someone more knowledgeable than I would answer this for you. I have never grown shallots until a neighbor gave me some this year, and I put them in four to a square. From what I could find, the suggested row spacing was 6".

Granny

Here is a link that might be useful: Annie's Kitchen Garden


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RE: Spacing for Shallots? Same as Garlic???

I've grown them 6" apart with great results. Two per foot will leave you with rather sparse soil coverage. Have fun, shallots are addictive!


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RE: Spacing for Shallots? Same as Garlic???

Excellent advice. Thank-you very much!


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RE: Spacing for Shallots? Same as Garlic???

What are multiplier onions? Sry, I'm coming in late for this one!


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