Onion Shallot

The long bulbs of this heritage variety are tinged with pink and have a superb flavour. Also known as ‘Cuisse de poulet du Poitou’ (this translates to 'chicken thigh from Poitou' - the shape said to resemble that of a chicken's thigh!) this is very much a choice for the gourmet ...The long bulbs of this heritage variety are tinged with pink and have a superb flavour. Also known as ‘Cuisse de poulet du Poitou’ (this translates to 'chicken thigh from Poitou' - the shape said to resemble that of a chicken's thigh!) this is very much a choice for the gourmet.

It is very productive and has good resistance to both bolting and disease.Shallots have a rich sweetness more refined than an onion and are excellent in cooking. Historically they have been grown from bulbs, but they are very easy to start from seed and the chance of disease transfer is much reduced. High yields of shallots from seed can usually be harvested before sets.