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Thresh Farmstead Garlic (Scapes)

Quick Facts:

  • Heirloom hardneck variety
  • Produces long, curled scapes
  • Bulbs produce 4-7 cloves
  • Care-free, naturalizes in most climates
  • 25 bulbils per packet

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Quantity: 25 bulbils

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Thresh Farmstead Garlic (Scapes)

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Allium sativum ssp. ophioscorodon

Thresh Farmstead Garlic Scapes come from a hardy, heirloom garlic that’s been growing wild on our 1880s farmstead for decades—long before we arrived. We’re not sure of its exact variety, but it thrives without care, spreading itself along ditches and flower beds and returning year after year.

On our farm, this unique garlic reproduces by forming small bulbils at the top of its flower stalks, but in early summer it produces long, curling scapes—the tender green flower stems that are a seasonal delicacy. The scapes have a fresh, mildly garlicky flavor, perfect for pestos, stir-fries, pickling, or grilling whole. While the plants do form bulbs, we harvest primarily for the scapes; ... More

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Allium sativum ssp. ophioscorodon

Thresh Farmstead Garlic Scapes come from a hardy, heirloom garlic that’s been growing wild on our 1880s farmstead for decades—long before we arrived. We’re not sure of its exact variety, but it thrives without care, spreading itself along ditches and flower beds and returning year after year.

On our farm, this unique garlic reproduces by forming small bulbils at the top of its flower stalks, but in early summer it produces long, curling scapes—the tender green flower stems that are a seasonal delicacy. The scapes have a fresh, mildly garlicky flavor, perfect for pestos, stir-fries, pickling, or grilling whole. While the plants do form bulbs, we harvest primarily for the scapes; we suspect the bulbs would be larger if cultivated rather than left to grow wild.

Harvested fresh from our naturally grown, non-GMO garlic patch, these scapes are available only for a short time each year—get them while they last! Ships in Fall.

Allium sativum ssp. ophioscorodon

Thresh Farmstead Garlic Scapes come from a hardy, heirloom garlic that’s been growing wild on our 1880s farmstead for decades—long before we arrived. We’re not sure of its exact variety, but it thrives without care, spreading itself along ditches and flower beds and returning year after year.

On our farm, this unique garlic reproduces by forming small bulbils at the top of its flower stalks, but in early summer it produces long, curl... read more

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Allium sativum ssp. ophioscorodon

Thresh Farmstead Garlic Scapes come from a hardy, heirloom garlic that’s been growing wild on our 1880s farmstead for decades—long before we arrived. We’re not sure of its exact variety, but it thrives without care, spreading itself along ditches and flower beds and returning year after year.

On our farm, this unique garlic reproduces by forming small bulbils at the top of its flower stalks, but in early summer it produces long, curling scapes—the tender green flower stems that are a seasonal delicacy. The scapes have a fresh, mildly garlicky flavor, perfect for pestos, stir-fries, pickling, or grilling whole. While the plants do form bulbs, we harvest primarily for the scapes; we suspect the bulbs would be larger if cultivated rather than left to grow wild.

Harvested fresh from our naturally grown, non-GMO garlic patch, these scapes are available only for a short time each year—get them while they last! Ships in Fall.

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How to Grow Garlic

Garlic requires well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 and plenty of sunlight. It prefers full sun, but can tolerate some shade. It needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Plant in the fall, about 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes.

Bulbs: Separate bulbs into individual cloves and plant them pointed end up, 2 inches deep and 6 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Mulch well to protect over winter and encourage strong spring growth.

Bulbils: Set bulbils 3 inches apart, 1/2 inches deep in rows 18" apart.  Thin to one plant every 6 inches.  If grown solely for scapes, bulbils can be broadcasted and lightly raked into a prepared garden bed.

Not recommended

Insect Pests

Although generally healthy, garlic can be affected by pests such as leaf miners, onion maggots, and nematodes. Regularly monitor for pests and treat if needed. Dispose of infested foliage to keep populations at bay.

Diseases & Other Problems

Garlic can be affected by a number of diseases including various fungal rots and downy mildew. Ensure that plants have ample spacing to allow for airflow and avoid overwatering, which can lead to fungal growth and rot.

For scapes, harvest young stalks when bulbil clump is still immature.  At this stage, the leaf encasing the bulbils will be nearly white.  For mature garlic bulbs, harvest when lower leaves have turned brown. Gently lift bulbs using a potato fork.  Cure in a well-ventilated area for 2-3 weeks before storing. Garlic heads will store approximately 3 to 9 months, depending on variety.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Hardneck garlic can be propagated either by dividing and replanting bulbs or by planting bulbils that are produced by the flower stalk.

HARVESTING SEED:

Harvest mature bulbils once the stem has dried. Remove the individual bulbils from the cluster and lay in a cool, dry, dark place to finish drying. Replant within 6 months of harvest for best results. Harvest bulbs as you would for culinary purposes.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Bulbils will remain viable for several months when stored under ideal conditions. Bulb storage varies according to cultivar. See product description for details.

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