Organic 'Parade Bunching Onion' Shallot
Organic 'Parade Bunching Onion' shallot (Allium fistulosum) from the seed company Gaia, an onion with straight, uniform stems and very productive
The 'Parade Bunching' shallot is a heritage variety selected for its sweet flavor , perfectly upright growth habit , and uniform, bulbless stems , making harvesting and cleaning very easy. With vigorous, dark green tops and good intermediate resistance to basal rot and pink root rot , it is an excellent choice for both home gardeners and commercial growers. Developed by Bejo Seeds , it produces well-formed clumps ideal for shallot bouquets.
Companion plants : Brassicaceae, Tomato, Lettuce, Beetroot, Spinach, Chamomile, Rose, Strawberry, Summer savory
Negative plants : Beans, Peas, Sage, Asparagus, Leeks, Garlic
Spread/Habit : Upright clump, stems without bulbs
Plant height : 30 to 45 cm
Quantity per packet : 100 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Uniform stems without bulbs, upright growth habit, mild flavor, intermediate resistance to PR and pink root
Leaf color : Glossy dark green
Texture/flavor : Soft, crunchy, aromatic
Cold tolerance : Down to -12°C
Deer resistant Yes
Farming method
Sow directly outdoors or start indoors 6 weeks before planting out. Sow in clusters if started in a tray.
Pinch the ends of the stems at 10 cm and then prune to 2.5 cm when they reach 12.5 cm to encourage the thickening of the stems.
Seed depth: 6–12 mm (1/4–1/2″) .
Place in full sun (level 3) and water moderately (level 2).
Germination in 7 to 14 days between 7 and 32 °C (optimal 20–25 °C).
Spacing: 5–7 cm between plants, 30–60 cm between rows.
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest 8 to 12 weeks after sowing. Pick the largest stems first to allow the others to grow larger and prolong the harvest.
Store in the refrigerator or freeze sliced for later use.
Usage ideas
• In bunches of fresh shallots for salads and stir-fries
• As an aromatic garnish in soups, omelets or curries
• As a herb blend for marinades and sauces
• As a perennial kitchen herb in a compact vegetable garden
The ' Parade Bunching' shallot is a uniform, hardy and very productive variety, ideal for continuous harvesting and versatile use in cooking.
