When to Plant Shallot in Georgia
Start Seeds Indoors
Transplant outdoors:
State
Georgia
USDA Zones
7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
Avg Last Frost
Saturday, March 20, 2027
Cities Covered
621
Georgia Planting Schedule by Zone
Georgia spans 5 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Georgia: Complete Guide
Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before Georgia's last frost. Depending on your zone, Georgia gardeners start seeds indoors between October 15, 2026 (Zone 7a) 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 Georgia stretches across 5 USDA hardiness zones (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 Georgia'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 Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in Georgia?
In Georgia, start Shallot seeds indoors around null and transplant outdoors around null after your last frost. Georgia spans zones 7a–9a, so dates shift by 1–4 weeks depending on where you live.
What is the last frost date in Georgia?
Georgia spans 5 USDA zones (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a), so last frost dates vary by region. Blairsville (7a) sees frost until around Saturday, April 10, 2027, while Ailey, Alston, Bellville (9a) is frost-free much earlier.
How long does Shallot take to grow in Georgia?
Shallot takes about 90 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. Starting seeds indoors in Georgia gives you a head start so plants are ready to go out after the last frost.
What USDA zones does Georgia cover for Shallot?
Georgia includes zones 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 Georgia
Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.
| City | Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeville | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Acworth | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Adairsville | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Adel | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Adrian | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Ailey | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alamo | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alapaha | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Albany | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Allenhurst | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Allentown | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alma | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alpharetta | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alston | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alto | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ambrose | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Americus | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Andersonville | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Appling | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Arabi | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Aragon | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Argyle | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Arlington | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Armuchee | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Arnoldsville | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ashburn | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Athens | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlanta | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Attapulgus | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Auburn | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Augusta | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Austell | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Avera | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Avondale Estates | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Axson | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Baconton | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bainbridge | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Baldwin | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ball Ground | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnesville | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barney | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bartow | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barwick | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Baxley | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bellville | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Berlin | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bethlehem | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bishop | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Blackshear | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Blairsville | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Blakely | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bloomingdale | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Blue Ridge | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bluffton | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Blythe | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bogart | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bolingbroke | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bonaire | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Boneville | 8b | Monday, March 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Boston | 9a | Saturday, February 20, 2027 | — | — |
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