Échalote

Allium cepa var. aggregatum

Bulbe alliacé à saveur douce, formant des caïeux groupés utilisés comme condiment ou légume.

Full sunWater mediumPerennial3 months of harvest
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When to sow, plant and harvest

Temperate climate · mainland France
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Sowing
Planting
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Characteristics

General

Plant type
Root vegetable
Life cycle
Perennial
Growth habit
Rosette

Growing conditions

Nutrients
Medium
Soil type
Silty
Water needs
Medium
Exposure
Full sun
Hours of sun
6 h
Cold hardiness
Moderate
Heat tolerance
Moderate

Sowing and planting

Sowing method
In pots
Sowing depth
20 mm
Minimum temperature
8 °C
Propagation
Division, Offsets