Shallot 'French Gray'

Allium cepa var. aggregatum

How to grow Shallot 'French Gray'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that French Gray is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. Ensure your soil is loamy and has a ph of between 6.0 and 7.0 as Shallot is a weakly acidic soil to neutral soil loving plant.

Growing French Gray from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.98 inches (2.5 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing French Gray about 28 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting French Gray

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as French Gray is a very hardy plant.

Harvesting French Gray

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.

Other Names for Shallot 'French Gray'

Griselle, Gray Griselle