Shallot 'Noordhollandse Bloedrode'

Allium cepa var. aggregatum

How to grow Shallot 'Noordhollandse Bloedrode'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Noordhollandse Bloedrode likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Noordhollandse Bloedrode is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to go dormant over the long winter months. Planting Noordhollandse Bloedrode in loamy soil with a ph of between 6.0 and 7.0 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil to neutral soil.

Growing Noordhollandse Bloedrode from seed

Aim to sow 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

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

Transplanting Noordhollandse Bloedrode

As Noordhollandse Bloedrode is very hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Noordhollandse Bloedrode

Other Names for Shallot 'Noordhollandse Bloedrode'

Dutch Red, North Holland Blood Red,