Malcolm Smith's
Allotment Cultivation Notes
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The soil needs to be neither too heavy or too light therefore remedial action needs to be
taken if either of these conditions apply. Plenty of organic material should be dug in well
before planting
Plant in January or early February for best results. Shallots do not like the manure to be
fresh or near the surface. Firm the soil then plant the bulbs between 4" and 6" apart, depending
on the size of the bulb, pushing them into the soil for half their depth. Reseat any bulbs that
become loose in the first couple of weeks.
Carefully keep weeds down by hand and hoe taking care not to damage or cover the bulbs.
Preparation
Planting
Cultivation