RED SUN
CATEGORY |
SHALLOTS |
TYPE |
BULB |
BLOOMS |
JUNE/JULY |
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SIZE |
GRADE 1 |
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
“Red Sun” Shallots Are Growing In Popularity Due To Its Attractive Red-Tinged Skin. Shallot “Red Sun” Is Arguably The Best Of The Red Shallots. Producing Good Yields Of Crisp White-Fleshed Bulbs Of Excellent Spicy Flaour For Cooking, Salads Or Pickling. The Skins Are Firm And They Will Store For Months.
Each “Red Sun” Planted Divides Into Around 6 Daughter Bulbs Which Ensure Good Size And Shape
Unpack On Arrival And Spread Out In A Cool, Light Place. Plant From February Onwards As Weather Conditions Permit. Allow Approximately 30cm Between Rows And 15 Cm Between Bulbs. Lift The Crop When The Leaves Turn Yellow, Dry In Sunshine And Store Under Cool, Dry, Frost-Free Conditions. 400 G Of Shallots Will Plant A Row Of About 3m