When to Plant Shallot in Kansas
Start Seeds Indoors
Transplant outdoors:
State
Kansas
USDA Zones
6a, 6b, 7a
Avg Last Frost
Tuesday, April 20, 2027
Cities Covered
626
Kansas Planting Schedule by Zone
Kansas spans 3 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.
About Shallot
Growing Shallot in Kansas: Complete Guide
Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before Kansas's last frost. Depending on your zone, Kansas gardeners start seeds indoors between October 1, 2026 (Zone 6a) and October 15, 2026 (Zone 7a), then move transplants outside once their zone's last frost has passed — the zone table above has your exact dates.
Because Kansas stretches across 3 USDA hardiness zones (6a, 6b, 7a), planting windows can shift by as much as two to four 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 Kansas'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. Great Plains gardens face strong winds and variable moisture — windbreaks and drip irrigation help significantly.
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 Kansas.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in Kansas?
In Kansas, start Shallot seeds indoors around null and transplant outdoors around null after your last frost. Kansas spans zones 6a–7a, so dates shift by 1–4 weeks depending on where you live.
What is the last frost date in Kansas?
Kansas spans 3 USDA zones (6a, 6b, 7a), so last frost dates vary by region. Atchison, Bendena, Cummings (6a) sees frost until around Tuesday, April 20, 2027, while Kansas City, Fort Scott, Altoona (7a) is frost-free much earlier.
How long does Shallot take to grow in Kansas?
Shallot takes about 90 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. Starting seeds indoors in Kansas gives you a head start so plants are ready to go out after the last frost.
What USDA zones does Kansas cover for Shallot?
Kansas includes zones 6a, 6b, 7a. 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 Kansas
Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.
| City | Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbyville | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Abilene | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Admire | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Agenda | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Agra | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Albert | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alden | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alexander | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Allen | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alma | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Almena | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alta Vista | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Altamont | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Alton | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Altoona | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Americus | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Andale | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Andover | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Anthony | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Arcadia | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Argonia | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Arkansas City | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Arlington | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Arma | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Arnold | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Ashland | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Assaria | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Atchison | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Athol | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlanta | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Attica | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Atwood | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Auburn | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Augusta | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Aurora | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Axtell | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Baileyville | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Baldwin City | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnard | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnes | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Bartlett | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Basehor | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Baxter Springs | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bazine | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Beattie | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Beaumont | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Beeler | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Belle Plaine | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Belleville | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Beloit | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Belpre | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Belvue | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bendena | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Benedict | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bennington | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bentley | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Benton | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Bern | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Berryton | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Beverly | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
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