Moisture range
25–45%
Days to maturity
60–80
Light
Full sun
Growing Degree Units
1000 · base 40°F
When to plant shallot in your zone
Indoor-start, transplant and harvest dates calibrated to your climate.
Growing notes
Onions are shallow-rooted and require constant moisture for proper growth. Curing is essential if you want to store onions.
Harvest signs
when about half the tops are falling over and dry
▶Planting reference— Depth, spacing, pH, light
▶Pests & diseases— onion maggot
Common pests · 1
Onion maggot: bores into plant stems, causing the plants to turn yellow and wilt ↗
Companions & antagonists
Plant near:CarrotLettuce
Keep apart from:BeansPeas
Tip: Plant sets in early spring; harvest when tops fall.
Common questions
How much water does shallot need?
Shallot is water-sensitive — shallow roots and a steady thirst. Keep soil moisture in roughly the 25–45% range and don't let it dry out fully, or growth stalls and leafy crops turn bitter.
Can I grow shallot in a raised bed or container?
Yes — shallot does well in raised beds and is happy in a decent-sized container too, as long as drainage is good.
Does shallot come back every year?
No — shallot is an annual. It completes its life in one season, so you replant it each year.