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Garlic plants grow up to 2ft tall with a
spread of 6ins each clove planted produces
a bulb of Garlic, there are pink and white
skinned forms, and may be stored for year
round supply. Garlic tolerates a wide range
of temperatures but needs a period of
0-10c in winter. |
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Soil
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Garlic grows best in an open sunny position
on light soil which does not have to be
fertile, so don't grow it on freshly manured
ground. Good drainage is vital, Garlic needs
very low levels of Nitrogen. |
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Planting |
Split into individual cloves at least ½
in diameter, always use healthy stock. To
grow large bulbs Garlic needs a long growing
season, so if possible plant out in
Autumn ,
( I plant mine 3rd week in September )
on very cold area's and on very heavy
soil, alternatively plant into modules and
place in sheltered position to provide them
with the necessary cold period, plant them
in spring when they have sprouted.
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Cultivation
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Little attention is needed during growth
other then keeping the beds free of weeds.
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Harvesting |
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Garlic needs between 16 and 36 weeks
to mature, depending on variety and when
it has been planted. Uproot the plants as
soon as the leaves have started to fade
so the bulbs do not re-sprout. Dry them
thoroughly, handling the bulbs carefully,
then hang in them in plats platting the
dried foliage, or store in trays in dry
conditions.
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