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It looks like my shallots are starting to ripen, the tops are flopping and starting to turn brown. We go away on hols for a couple of weeks next weekend. So...will they be okay left in situ till we're back or do they have to be lifted befor we go? I think i'll be using a lot of them for pickling.
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S*d the housework I have a lottie to dig
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I'm wondering the same. Mine have not flowered or anything but they are pretty much flat on the ground and rather big. Not sure if they are ready though. -
Shallots and onions don't (or shouldn't) flower. They are ready when the tops are brown and withered.Originally posted by haza1981 View PostComment
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Once the foliage is yellowy brown and dead, leave them a fortnight, then dig up and dry offAll gardeners know better than other gardeners." -- Chinese Proverb.Comment
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They are ready to eat whenever you like.Originally posted by haza1981 View Post
If you wish to store them though, once the foliage turns yellow ,ease them with a fork to break the roots. they will then dry out allowing you to lift and store them!
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