Shallots ‘Red Sun’ are a striking and flavoursome variety, prized for their deep red skins and mild, sweet taste. Ideal for roasting, cooking, or pickling, they form uniform clusters of bulbs that store well and develop rich, nuanced flavour over time. Hardy and reliable, ‘Red Sun’ performs well in most garden soils, making it perfect for kitchen gardens and allotments. Supplied as a pack of 50 bulbs, it is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking both culinary quality and visual appeal.

Why We Like It:

• Mild, Sweet Flavour: Perfect for cooking, roasting, and pickling.

• Attractive Red Bulbs: Uniform, deep red-skinned shallots.

• Reliable Crop: Hardy, easy to grow, and stores well.

What to Know:

• Sun and Soil: Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.

• Planting Depth: Place bulbs 2–3 cm deep, 10–15 cm apart.

• Watering: Keep soil moderately moist; avoid waterlogging.

• Care: Remove weeds regularly to encourage healthy bulb development.

• Harvesting: Lift when foliage turns yellow and begins to die back.

Bulb Color:
Deep red

Planting Months:
February
March
April

Harvesting Months:
July
August

Height and Spread:
At full growth, Shallots ‘Red Sun’ reach about 25–35 cm in height × 10–15 cm spread, producing clusters of flavorful, visually striking bulbs.