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Shallots

Allium cepa var. aggregatum

Traits

Zone 9a Hardy

Varieties We Bring In

StandardAllium cepa var. aggregatum
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$6.95
From$2.29
Seed PackFrom$3.39

Last received Sep 18, 2026.

We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.

Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.

LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size1-2 feet × 0.5-1 feet
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Pet toxicity: Toxic to dogs and cats

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About Shallots

Shallots (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) are a cool-season culinary allium grown as a fall-to-spring crop in Northeast Florida, planted September through December for a spring harvest. They form clusters of mild, sweet bulbs prized in cooking, and thrive in sunny, well-drained beds with consistent moisture during the growing season.

Plant details

Bloom Season
Spring (planted Sep–Dec in NE FL; harvested spring)
Flower Color
White, Purple
Growth Rate
Moderate
Foliage
Deciduous
Soil
Sandy, Loam, Well-drained

Best planting months

Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL

Recommended months: March, April, May, September, October.

January, other month
February, other month
March, good window
April, good window
May, good window
June, other month
July, other month
August, other month
September, good window
October, good window
November, other month, this month
December, other month
This monthGood windowOther months

Seasonal care

Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.

Care essentials

Light

Shallots require a full-sun location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily; plant in a well-chosen, open spot free of shade from larger plants or structures.

Water

Keep soil evenly moist during the growing season; avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering as bulbs mature and foliage begins to yellow in spring. Good drainage is essential to prevent bulb rot.

Soil & Fertilizer

Grow in well-drained, fertile sandy or loamy soil high in organic matter. In Florida, plant sets September through December using short-day varieties. Fertilize at planting with a balanced vegetable fertilizer and side-dress with nitrogen mid-season.

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Common questions

Is Shallots a good plant for St. Augustine?

Shallots is a herb. Mature size: 1-2 feet × 0.5-1 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Moderate. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.

What is the recorded pet toxicity for Shallots?

Toxic to dogs and cats

Care information verified from

Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.