German Porcelain Garlic

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Very large hardneck bulb contains 4-5 large, easy-to-peel cloves. White wrappers have delicate purple stripes. Very best in taste without all the heat and a good hardneck keeper—does well in any climate! This variety should be fall planted. Approx. 4-5 very large cloves per bulb.
Not available in AE AK GU HI ID PR.

This item will ship in fall 2012.
If our fall shipping season is closed, your order will be shipped the following fall.

Zones: 3-9 Height: 5" Spacing: 2-4" in rows 6" apart Depth: Divide bulbs into cloves and set 1-2 inches deep; plant flat side down. Sun/Shade: Full sun Yield: 40 pounds/100 foot row

Comments: Fertilize with 10-10-10 at rate of 2-3 lbs per 100 sq feet. before planting. Cloves can be planted 4-5 weeks before last spring frost. Shallow cultivation and mulch will aid in controlling weeds. Water frequently to keep top 6" of soil moist. When plants have 5-6 leaves apply 1/2 cup of 10-10-10 fertilizer for each 10' row. Scatter fertilizer along rows, so not to touch plants. Then scratch fertilizer into soil with rake. In late summer, when tops begin to yellow, bend plants over with rake. Dig bulbs up when tops are completely brown and dried. Allow bulbs to cure in garden for several days, unless the weather is wet. to store, peel off outer papery layers of skin and store in a mesh bag in a cool, dry, dark location. Not for braiding. Shipping: View Shipping Schedule German Porcelain Garlic Ships In The Fall Unable to ship to: AE AK GU HI ID PR