When to Plant Shallot in North Carolina
Start Seeds Indoors
Transplant outdoors:
State
North Carolina
USDA Zones
6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
Avg Last Frost
Saturday, March 20, 2027
Cities Covered
762
North Carolina Planting Schedule by Zone
North Carolina spans 6 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.
About Shallot
Growing Shallot in North Carolina: Complete Guide
Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before North Carolina's last frost. Depending on your zone, North Carolina gardeners start seeds indoors between October 10, 2026 (Zone 6b) and November 25, 2026 (Zone 9a), then move transplants outside once their zone's last frost has passed — the zone table above has your exact dates.
Because North Carolina stretches across 6 USDA hardiness zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a), planting windows can shift by as much as six to eight weeks from one end of the state to the other. Gardeners in the warmer southern zones can start earlier, while those in cooler northern zones should wait until the zone table above shows their last frost has passed.
With 90 days to maturity, Shallot needs the indoor head start that North Carolina's growing season requires. Starting indoors ensures you have strong transplants ready the moment outdoor conditions are right.
Shallot requires full sun and regular moisture. Southeastern summers are hot and humid; mulch heavily to retain moisture and shade roots during peak heat.
For the most precise planting dates tailored to your exact location, enter your ZIP code on our planting calendar or use the zone table above to find the schedule for your area of North Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, start Shallot seeds indoors around null and transplant outdoors around null after your last frost. North Carolina spans zones 6b–9a, so dates shift by 1–4 weeks depending on where you live.
What is the last frost date in North Carolina?
North Carolina spans 6 USDA zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a), so last frost dates vary by region. Banner Elk, Blowing Rock, Boone (6b) sees frost until around Thursday, April 15, 2027, while Avon, Buxton, Frisco (9a) is frost-free much earlier.
How long does Shallot take to grow in North Carolina?
Shallot takes about 90 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. Starting seeds indoors in North Carolina gives you a head start so plants are ready to go out after the last frost.
What USDA zones does North Carolina cover for Shallot?
North Carolina includes zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a. Shallot grows well across all of these zones with adjusted timing — use the zone table above to find the right dates for your part of the state.
When to Plant Shallot by City in North Carolina
Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.
| City | Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Advance | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Ahoskie | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alamance | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Albemarle | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Albertson | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alexander | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Alexis | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alliance | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Almond | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Altamahaw | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Andrews | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Angier | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ansonville | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Apex | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Arapahoe | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Ararat | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Arden | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Ash | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Asheboro | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Asheville | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Atkinson | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlantic | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlantic Beach | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Aulander | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Aurora | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Autryville | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Avon | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ayden | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Aydlett | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Badin | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bahama | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bailey | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bakersville | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Balsam | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Balsam Grove | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Banner Elk | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barco | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barium Springs | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnardsville | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnesville | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bat Cave | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bath | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Battleboro | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bayboro | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bear Creek | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Beaufort | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Belews Creek | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Belhaven | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bellarthur | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Belmont | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Belvidere | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bennett | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Benson | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bessemer City | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bethania | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bethel | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Beulaville | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Biscoe | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Black Creek | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
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