garlic

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growing garlic

 

Garlic (Allium sativum) is a species in the onion family Alliaceae. The two subspecies, Hard Necks (Allium ophioscorodon) and Soft Necks (A. sativum), are available in several varieties with varying flavors. Garlic is easy to grow and problem-free. It grows best when planted in the late Fall.

Plant

• plant october to november
• select large bulbs
• separate and select the largest cloves
• plant in deep rich soil with full sun
• plant each clove 2" to 2.5" deep
• plant with pointy end up 5" to 7" apart
• cover with 2" to 4" of organic mulch

Care

• fertilize green shoots in march & may
• use an organic high nitrogen fertilizer
• keep watered in spring & early summer
• keep drier 2 wks prior to harvest

Harvest

• dig up when half the leaves are brown
• to cure, either hang or lay flat for 3 wks
• keep shaded and well-ventilated

Store

• store at room temperature or cooler
• store out of direct sunlight
• store with ample air circulation
• hard necks: store up to 5 months
• soft necks: store up to 9 months