GARLIC - Organic

We currently offer 5 varieties of garlic:  (4 hardneck and 1 softneck) 

Garlic is planted in the late fall, overwintered, and then harvested the following July.  All of the garlic we sell is suitable for eating and/or planting.  However, we have found that if you are planting it is best to use the best and biggest cloves to get the best crop. 

We are offering garlic by the pound this year instead of by the head.  All of the hardneck variety bulbs are at least 2" in diameter, and the Inchelium Red Softneck is a bit smaller (closer to 1.75").  Some Red Russian bulbs are sometimes smaller also, but with many more cloves.

Typically, hardneck varieties produce flower scapes in June that can be cut and used to make garlic scape pesto or flavor other dishes.  We adore scapes!  They are far less pungent that garlic, but with a delectable flavor and texture that can't quite be compared to anything else.  In proper conditions, hardneck garlic can be stored and used through February.  

Softneck varieties tend to store for longer periods of time but do not typically produce scapes. This variety typically stores longer inside and is braidable!   We braid ours, hang it on the walls for decoration and just cut off the lowest bulb with scissors when it is time to cook.

How is the garlic at Daisy Hill Farm grown?  All of our garlic is grown according to organic standards.  Our fertilizer consists of compost and Neptune's Harvest fish fertilizer.  No pesticides are used.  We mulch with hay/straw and water often (it is a thirsty crop). We plant in the fall and harvest in July.  After several weeks of curing on shelves and hooks in our garage, the garlic gets its final clean up and is stored in the cool, dark basement until it is picked up.  

When to plant your garlic: Garlic should be planted in the mid-late fall.  We usually plant ours in mid November.  Garlic is typically harvested in July.  

Take a look at some of the videos we have made about planting and harvesting garlic below!