Shallot Zebrune

Shallot Zebrune, also known as Cuisse de Poulet du Poitou or banana shallot, is a heritage variety producing attractive elongated bulbs with brownish-pink skin. The bulbs are larger than many traditional shallots and are valued for their rich flavour and easy-peeling quality.

This variety is a strong choice for home gardeners who want to grow shallots from seed rather than sets. Zebrune performs best in a sunny position with firm, well-drained soil and has good resistance to bolting.

Perfect for cooking, roasting, sauces, stews, salads, and everyday kitchen use.

Key Features

• Heritage banana shallot variety
• Also known as Cuisse de Poulet du Poitou
• Produces larger-than-average elongated bulbs
• Brownish-pink skin
• Easy to peel
• Full, rich flavour
• Good resistance to bolting
• Best grown in full sun and well-drained soil
• Popular choice for home cooks and gardeners

Growing Information

• Sow outdoors from late March to April
• Best sown once the soil has started warming
• Choose a sunny position with firm, well-drained soil
• Avoid very wet or cold ground
• Sow thinly in finely prepared soil
• Sowing depth: 6–8mm
• Row spacing: approx. 30cm / 12 inches
• Thin seedlings to 4–5cm apart
• Add well-rotted organic matter before sowing if needed
• Protect young seedlings from birds with netting
• Keep the area weed-free while plants establish