Hative de Niort

Common Name: Shallot
Genus: Allium
Species: cepa aggregatum group
Cultivar: 'Hative de Niort'
Exposure: full sun
Soil type: dry, moist, well-drained/light
Height: 0.38m


Shallots are popular for their distinctive flavour, and are easy to grow. 'Hative de Niort' is popular among exhibition growers as well as cooks. It produces excellent, uniform bulbs. Plant shallot sets in rows 30cm (12in) wide and 23cm (9in) between bulbs. When the leaves turn yellow, lift the shallots and allow them to dry in the sun. Store in a cool, dry, frost-free place.

Prize winning shallots on display at the RHS Show at Tatton Park today. Well done to Mr Bassett from Stafford who took 1st prize with these fine specimens.