How and when to plant shallots

1. Planting time

Scallions are relatively cold-resistant and are usually sown in March and April and harvested in June and July. They can also be sown in September and October and harvested in April and May of the following year. They can be planted in both autumn and winter in southern regions.

2. Planting Method

1. Soil: It likes loose, nutritious soil with strong drainage and air permeability, and is not suitable for planting in sandy soil.

2. Light: It prefers gentle scattered light. If the light is too strong, it needs to be shaded, otherwise the leaves may turn yellow, the fiber may increase, and the taste may deteriorate.

3. Temperature: It likes a relatively cool climate and has strong cold resistance. 13℃-20℃ is most suitable during the budding period; 10℃-23℃ is best during the growth period of stems and leaves. When the temperature exceeds 28℃, the growth rate will drop significantly.

4. Watering: The root system is relatively sparse, so it requires less water than green onions, but it is not drought-resistant, so the soil must be kept moist.

5. Fertilization: Spring and summer are its growing seasons. You can apply fertilizer 1-2 times as appropriate. The first application of fertilizer can be done at 20-25 days, and the second application of fertilizer can be done at 12-15 days.