There is nothing better than having a spice cabinet stocked fully with spices and herbs, from paprika, cayenne powder, garlic, and curry to rosemary, thyme,
Spectacular Tips for Growing Garlic
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Garlic stands out from other herbs and spices with its intense flavor, and it is delicious raw or roasted. And, its versatility makes it ideal for everything from soup and stew to marinades and dressings. Garlic also has high antioxidant properties and many health benefits. We don’t often consider growing garlic since grocery stores always have plenty of this flavorful bulb whenever we need it. However, your local grocer usually only carries the softneck varieties. Planting garlic at home gives you the opportunity to grow varying garlic types, from Applegate and Italian Purple to Polish hardneck and Elephant garlic. Whichever variety is your favorite, this savory bulb is the perfect addition to your garden.
Growing garlic of your own is a great way to have organic garlic cloves on hand whenever you need them, and there are several ways to grow them. We show you how to plant garlic from seed bulbils, grow garlic from cloves, how to start them indoors in a container or plant them in the garden, and when your garlic bulbs are ready to harvest. We also provide information on the different types of garlic bulbs and how to grow them with companion plants for the best results.
Growing Garlic in Containers
Garlic (Allium sativum) belongs to the Allium genus, just like chives, shallots, and leeks. A little homegrown garlic enhances just about any meal, from pasta
How to Grow Garlic from Seed
Have you ever asked about how to plant garlic? Garlic is easy to grow and has an impressive variety of benefits both in the garden
How to Grow Garlic in Pots
Garlic is an essential ingredient in many classic recipes, from soups and salsa to pesto sauce and curry. Read on to discover how to grow
How to Grow Garlic Indoors
You can’t argue with the statement that garlic is one of the most versatile vegetables in cooking and that a lot of mouthwatering dishes wouldn’t
When to Harvest Garlic
So, you’ve opted to try growing garlic, and now you await the day when it’s ready for your kitchen. Unlike growing tomatoes or peppers, which
Companion Planting Garlic
Growing and maintaining vegetables in a backyard garden is a great way to produce fresh food while also saving money on groceries each month. One
Types of Garlic
When you wander around the grocery store, you’re only likely to find one or two garlic varieties on the shelf. Even though the regular garlic
How to Grow Garlic
All garlic varieties are members of the allium family, just like leeks and chives. Garlic is a bulbous vegetable that requires very little space to
How to Grow Garlic from a Clove
Most garlic-lovers agree that there is no such thing as too much garlic. There are so many culinary uses for this bulb of the allium