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Inchelium Red Garlic

Quick Facts:

  • Softneck with rich, mellow flavor
  • Large bulbs streaked red & purple
  • Large bulbs contain 8–12 cloves
  • National taste test winner
  • Stores up to 9 months

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Quantity: 2 Bulbs (10-12 cloves)

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Inchelium Red Garlic

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Allium sativum var. sativum

Inchelium Red garlic is a softneck Artichoke-type variety with a fascinating history. Discovered on the Colville Indian Reservation in Washington State, it is believed to have been grown for generations by Native American gardeners before being “rediscovered” in the 1980s. Soon after, it won first place in a national garlic-tasting competition conducted by Rodale Kitchens, earning it a reputation for both flavor and beauty.

Bulbs are large and attractively streaked with red and purple, typically producing 8–12 cloves in multiple layers. The flavor is rich and garlicky without being overpowering, making it an excellent all-purpose kitchen garlic—perfect for roasting, sautéing, or using... More

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Allium sativum var. sativum

Inchelium Red garlic is a softneck Artichoke-type variety with a fascinating history. Discovered on the Colville Indian Reservation in Washington State, it is believed to have been grown for generations by Native American gardeners before being “rediscovered” in the 1980s. Soon after, it won first place in a national garlic-tasting competition conducted by Rodale Kitchens, earning it a reputation for both flavor and beauty.

Bulbs are large and attractively streaked with red and purple, typically producing 8–12 cloves in multiple layers. The flavor is rich and garlicky without being overpowering, making it an excellent all-purpose kitchen garlic—perfect for roasting, sautéing, or using raw in dressings. As a softneck, Inchelium Red stores exceptionally well, often lasting 9 months or more under proper conditions.

Plant in fall, 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes, spacing cloves 6 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Mulch over winter to protect from temperature swings. Harvest in mid-summer once the lower leaves begin to brown, and cure in a dry, airy location for 2–3 weeks before storing. Ships in Fall.

Allium sativum var. sativum

Inchelium Red garlic is a softneck Artichoke-type variety with a fascinating history. Discovered on the Colville Indian Reservation in Washington State, it is believed to have been grown for generations by Native American gardeners before being “rediscovered” in the 1980s. Soon after, it won first place in a national garlic-tasting competition conducted by Rodale Kitchens, earning it a reputation for both flavor and beauty.

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Allium sativum var. sativum

Inchelium Red garlic is a softneck Artichoke-type variety with a fascinating history. Discovered on the Colville Indian Reservation in Washington State, it is believed to have been grown for generations by Native American gardeners before being “rediscovered” in the 1980s. Soon after, it won first place in a national garlic-tasting competition conducted by Rodale Kitchens, earning it a reputation for both flavor and beauty.

Bulbs are large and attractively streaked with red and purple, typically producing 8–12 cloves in multiple layers. The flavor is rich and garlicky without being overpowering, making it an excellent all-purpose kitchen garlic—perfect for roasting, sautéing, or using raw in dressings. As a softneck, Inchelium Red stores exceptionally well, often lasting 9 months or more under proper conditions.

Plant in fall, 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes, spacing cloves 6 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Mulch over winter to protect from temperature swings. Harvest in mid-summer once the lower leaves begin to brown, and cure in a dry, airy location for 2–3 weeks before storing. 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.

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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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