URAL FAMILY SHALLOT

Family shallot, also known as shalot, is a multi-budded variety with elongated-oval bulbs that form in a cluster of 4-10 pieces. The average weight of standard bulbs is about 58 grams, with a maximum of up to 160 grams. The bulbs are dense, with a sharp or semi-sharp flavor, possess excellent storage life and can be stored for up to 10-12 months. The leaves of this variety are thin, tender, and juicy, making them an excellent option for early harvesting for greens.

This variety is distinguished by its high maturity rate: from planting to ripening takes only 50-70 days. Family shallot is suitable for cultivation as a one-year or two-year crop. Seeds are sown from mid-April to mid-May or at the end of October to early November, and bulbs are planted during the same period. Before planting, bulbs are recommended to be soaked in warm water for two days. The plant is characterized by cold resistance and frost hardiness, which allows it to be grown even when planted in late autumn.

Care for family shallot is minimal and includes regular weeding, watering in the first half of summer, and feeding before planting. Watering stops one month before harvest. Harvest begins when leaves lie down by about 60%. Due to its taste qualities and versatility in use, family shallot is excellent for both consuming as greens and using the bulbs in cooking.