French Grey Shallot Bulbs
French Grey Shallot Bulbs - Allium oschaninii - Griselle
Griselle
- Hardy to Zone 5
Full Sun
- Germination Tested N/A
- 5-20 bulbs per packet
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French Grey Shallots are THE shallot for chefs and foodies. They are smaller in size and don't store as long as other varieties, but they make up for that with an incredibly rich, umami flavour. The shallots are pear-shaped with thick, grayish copper skin and purple and white flesh. They store for about 3-4 months.
These bulbs will multiply over the winter to create a cluster of 3-12 bulbs. To harvest, pull up clusters when the tops have flopped over or died back. separate the bulbs and lay them out to dry in a shady spot with good airflow to cure. When they are dry (usually after a few weeks), discard any rotten bulbs, and store indoors in a dark and cool location with good airflow. Mesh bags, onions sacks, or paper bags are great.
Plant in fall for early summer harvests, similar to garlic. Appreciates rich soil with lots of compost, and regular watering.
I first received this variety as a gift from Jenelle at Nanoose Creek Farmhouse. All of the bulbs sold this year have been grown by Jenelle in Nanoose, Vancouver Island, BC.
Growing Instructions
Growing Instructions
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
We ship seeds within Canada for a flat fee of $6, United States for $10, and internationally for $20*. Live plants and large bulbs can only be shipped within Canada.
Any shipping overages will be refunded.
Shipping in Canada
We ship seeds in Canada via regular letter mail, which is an untracked service, and usually takes 1-2 weeks to arrive once we fulfill your order. Larger bulbs and plants are sent via tracked flat rate box.
Shipping to the US
We ship all US orders via regular letter mail, which is an untracked service, and usually takes 1-2 weeks to arrive.
In our experience shipping seeds over several years, most small orders will make it across the border without issues, but occasionally they will be held at US Customs.
It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that seeds or bulbils are allowed to be sent to your region. We are not able to replace packages that are confiscated or destroyed by customs in your country.
Shipping Internationally
International orders are usually shipped via untracked packet. The package will list the contents as "Garden Seeds". It is your responsibility to ensure you have the required import permit. Cicada Seeds will not be responsible for any orders held of confiscated by customs.
International shipping countries include: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
If you have any issues with your order, please contact us within 60 days and we will do our best to make it right.
*Shipping fees listed here are in Canadian dollars.
Ecologically Grown
Ecologically Grown
Seeds are grown ecologically without the use of chemical pesticides or fertilizers.
