When to Plant Shallot in Missouri
Start Seeds Indoors
Transplant outdoors:
State
Missouri
USDA Zones
5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
Avg Last Frost
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Cities Covered
932
Missouri Planting Schedule by Zone
Missouri spans 6 zones — find yours below for the most accurate dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5b | Sunday, April 25, 2027 | — | — |
| 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
Dates based on average last frost. Check your local forecast before planting.
About Shallot
Growing Shallot in Missouri: Complete Guide
Shallot (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before Missouri's last frost. Depending on your zone, Missouri gardeners start seeds indoors between September 25, 2026 (Zone 5b) and November 1, 2026 (Zone 8a), then move transplants outside once their zone's last frost has passed — the zone table above has your exact dates.
Because Missouri stretches across 6 USDA hardiness zones (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a), 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 Missouri'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. Midwest growing seasons are compressed between late spring frosts and fall cold snaps, so timing transplants precisely pays off.
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 Missouri.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Shallot in Missouri?
In Missouri, start Shallot seeds indoors around null and transplant outdoors around null after your last frost. Missouri spans zones 5b–8a, so dates shift by 1–4 weeks depending on where you live.
What is the last frost date in Missouri?
Missouri spans 6 USDA zones (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a), so last frost dates vary by region. Plevna, Coatsville, Glenwood (5b) sees frost until around Sunday, April 25, 2027, while Arbyrd, Cardwell, Cooter (8a) is frost-free much earlier.
How long does Shallot take to grow in Missouri?
Shallot takes about 90 days from transplant (or direct sow) to harvest. Starting seeds indoors in Missouri gives you a head start so plants are ready to go out after the last frost.
What USDA zones does Missouri cover for Shallot?
Missouri includes zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a. 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 Missouri
Dates are based on each city's USDA zone and average last frost.
| City | Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Advance | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Agency | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Alba | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Albany | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Aldrich | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Alexandria | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Allendale | 5b | Sunday, April 25, 2027 | — | — |
| Alma | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Altamont | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Altenburg | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Alton | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Amazonia | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Amity | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Amoret | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Amsterdam | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Anabel | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Anderson | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Annada | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Annapolis | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Anniston | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Appleton City | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Arbela | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Arbyrd | 8a | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Arcadia | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Archie | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Arcola | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Argyle | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Armstrong | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Arnold | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Arrow Rock | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Asbury | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Ash Grove | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Ashburn | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Ashland | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Atlanta | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Augusta | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Aurora | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Auxvasse | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Ava | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Avilla | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bakersfield | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Ballwin | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Baring | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnard | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnett | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Barnhart | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bates City | 6a | Tuesday, April 20, 2027 | — | — |
| Beaufort | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Belgrade | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bell City | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Belle | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Belleview | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bellflower | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Belton | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Benton | 7a | Saturday, April 10, 2027 | — | — |
| Benton City | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Berger | 6b | Thursday, April 15, 2027 | — | — |
| Bernie | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
| Bertrand | 7b | Monday, April 5, 2027 | — | — |
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