When to Plant Shallot in Livingston County, KY
Shallots are a gourmet allium prized for their complex, sweet, and mild flavor. Each bulb multiplies into a cluster, making them easy and rewarding to grow.
Livingston County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is March 29 and the first fall frost is November 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 217 days.
At an elevation of 3,902 feet, Livingston County receives approximately 40.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Shallot during the growing season.
Livingston County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.4-6.6
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Shallot Planting Timeline — Livingston County, KY
Shallot Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 22 | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 29 | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Direct Sow | March 15 | Mar 15 – Apr 5 |
| Fall Sowing | August 23 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
| Harvest | June 28 | Jun 28 – Aug 16 |
Plant 1" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
90–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
217 days
Growing Tips for Livingston County
Plant sets in fall for spring harvest or early spring for summer harvest. Mulch heavily if overwintering. Harvest when tops brown and dry, then cure for storage.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in Livingston County, KY?
Livingston County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of March 29. Plan your Shallot planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Livingston County, KY?
Livingston County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is March 29 and first fall frost is November 1.
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