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German Red Garlic Bulb - Hardneck

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German Red Garlic Bulb - Hardneck

Description

  • Known for its rich, full-bodied flavor of nutty undertones that maintains its taste profile when cooked
  • Bulbs consistently produce 8-12 large, satiny white and purple heads
  • Keeps for up to six - eight months in the right conditions
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  • Blooms in
    Blooms in Mid Summer (July - August)
  • Height
    Height 40-60 cm (16-24 in)
  • Packaged
    Packaged Canada
  • Light Requirements
    Light Requirements Sun
  • Spacing
    Spacing 15-20 cm (6-8 in)
  • Origin
    Origin Canada
  • Watering
    Watering Moderate
  • Usage
    Usage Container Garden, Culinary Garden, Garden Bed
  • Plant Characteristics
    Plant Characteristics Deer Resistant, Heirloom, Edible, Outdoor
  • Winterization
    Winterization Yes
  • Plant Life Cycle
    Plant Life Cycle Perennial

About German Red Garlic Bulb - Hardneck

Meet German Red – the rocambole hardneck garlic variety that made its way to North America centuries ago with German immigrants. It's the go-to choice for home gardeners who crave a rich, full-bodied flavour that gets even better as it dries and cures. When it hits the pan, this garlic keeps its bold taste without going bland. Plus, each bulb reliably yields 8-12 large, satiny cloves of white and purple that are easy to peel – a chef's and food lover's dream! While it's versatile, German Red truly thrives in cooler climates.

As it grows, it produces tender scapes that you can enjoy in your meals. Plus, those curly scapes make for a unique and beautiful vase decoration. And if you let them keep growing, you'll be treated to stunning pink flowers from late summer to early fall.

How to Grow Garlic

Planting Garlic

  • These bulbs can be grown in almost any soil as long as it is well-drained and fertile.
  • Break the garlic head into cloves before planting.
  • Plant them with the pointy end up about 5 cm (2 in) deep and 15 to 20 cm (6 to 8 in) apart.
  • Water thoroughly after planting.

Growing Garlic

  • Weed regularly when plants start growing.
  • Water as needed during active growth periods, but allow the soil to become dry between watering.
  • All-purpose garden fertilizer applied at the beginning and middle of the growing season is effective.
  • Growing garlic is also a way to prevent insect infestations in the garden.

Garlic Care

  • Garlic bulbs are ready to be harvested when you can feel the individual cloves in the bulb, and the leaves turn yellow or brown.
  • To harvest, carefully lift the bulbs with a spade or a garden fork. Carefully brush off the soil and dry the plants for 2 to 3 weeks in a shaded area with good air circulation.
  • Once the garlic bulbs are dry, you can store them. Remove any dirt and trim off any roots or leaves.
  • Bulbs should be stored in a cool 5 °C (40 °F), dark and dry place.

Winterizing Garlic

  • During the winter months you should check your stored bulbs regularly and promptly use any that show signs of sprouting.
  • If you plan on planting garlic again next season, save some of your largest bulbs to plant again in the spring.

Canada

We're all about bringing the freshest and most flavourful garden goodies straight to your plate, and guess where we source our culinary gems? Right here in Canada! Our roots are firmly planted in the local soil, where crisp air and fertile land collaborate. By sourcing domestically, we're not just supporting local farmers – we're bringing you varieties that are suited to thrive in Canada’s climate. So, why settle for anything less? Join us in celebrating the farm-to-table journey and let's make your meals proudly Canadian.

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