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• • Yellow Moon is a yellow-skinned shallot variety (Allium ascalonicum). It’s described as producing heavy, uniformly golden bulbs with good flavour and storage. It’s often noted for resistance to bolting and disease compared with some other yellow-shallot types.
•          Flavour and use
  • Many sources describe Yellow Moon as mild to sweet, making it versatile for sauces, dressings, roasting, and general cooking. It’s commonly suggested for both fresh use and longer storage.
• Growing and timing (in the garden)
  • Planting: Yellow Moon can be planted in either autumn or spring, depending on the supplier and your climate. The bulbs are noted for good storability and for being relatively easy to grow.
  • Spacing and care: As with many shallots, provide a sunny, well-drained site. Work in compost or grit if your soil is heavy to improve drainage. Various seed suppliers give similar guidance on planting in well-drained soil with full sun.
  • Disease and bolting: Yellow Moon is highlighted for disease resistance and bolting resistance, which helps for spring plantings where bolting can be an issue with other varieties. (
  • Harvest and storage: Bulbs are described as storing well for several months, making them good for long-term use in the kitchen. Harvest times vary by climate and planting window, but they’re promoted as an easy crop for long storage.

Garden care: Plant this yellow shallot from December to April, 3cm deep and 12cm apart.