vegetable variety in zone 5a
Dutch Yellow shallot in zone 5a
Dutch Yellow · Allium cepa var. aggregatum
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- Zone
- 5a -20°F to -15°F
- Growing season
- 150 days
- Days to harvest
- 100 to 120
The verdict
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About Dutch Yellow
Mild-sweet, refined, less pungent than onion; round yellow-skinned bulbs. Sauces, vinaigrettes, raw applications. Stores 6-8 months. The European workhorse shallot.
Critical timing for zone 5a
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Common challenges in zone 5a
- ▸ Fire blight in pears
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Late spring frosts
Modified care for zone 5a
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Dutch Yellow in adjacent zones
Other shallot varieties for zone 5a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Dutch Yellow shallot grow in zone 5a?
Yes. Dutch Yellow is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 7b, which includes zone 5a.
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