How to Make Black Garlic
Hints of caramel and molasses. Sweet, smoky notes on the back of the tongue. A little tartness à la balsamic vinegar or tamarind. If this sounds delicious, you might be …
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Growing Zones for Garlic
Garlic is a cold-season crop that prefers cooler temperatures. It is typically grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 3 to 8, although it can be successfully grown in some parts …
Sun and Soil Requirements for Growing Garlic
The sun and soil requirements for growing garlic aren't entirely strict, but there are certainly conditions that garlic loves to grow in best, and will produce the largest bulbs.
For example, …
12 Tips for Curing Garlic So It Lasts Longer
Okay. Maybe not forever and ever. Still, curing garlic does make it last a lot longer. And as far as I'm concerned, you can never have too much garlic on …
10 Really Easy Veggies to Grow for New Gardeners
In theory, growing vegetables should be pretty easy. Put your seeds in the ground, water them, and a week later you have adorable little sprouts. 60 or so days later …
Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Garlic
Working your garlic garden is a lot easier when you have the right tools for the job. And you need the right tools in your kitchen, too, for being able …
Tips for Avoiding Diseases and Pests in Your Garlic Crop
Rotate crops regularly—Many bacteria, fungi, and viruses live in the soil for years and are just waiting to prey on your garlic plants. To minimize the likelihood of disease, plant …
Fertilizing, Watering, and Harvesting Your Garlic Plants
Nitrogen-rich fertilizers are best for garlic, so choose an organic fertilizer such as bloodmeal, chicken manure, or a synthetic fertilizer that's high in nitrogen. …
Growing Garlic from Cloves
Garlic is easier to grow than you might think. In fact, home gardeners have grown garlic in every state in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii! Hence, there are …
