Garlic has many uses in cuisines from around the world. It is also an easy and rewarding crop for home gardeners. Fall is the ideal time to plant garlic, as a cool period is necessary for the clove to ...

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Garlic, the humble yet potent bulb, has been a culinary staple for centuries. Growing your own garlic is a rewarding endeavor, offering a bounty of bulbs with flavors far superior to the store-bought ...

Homegrown garlic is such a luxury for cooks who love fresh ingredients. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow garlic, you’ll be pleased to know it’s one of the easiest crops to master. Just plant a few ...

Mid- to late October is the time for planting garlic. It should go in the ground after the first frost but before the ground freezes. You want the soil to be warm so the roots develop, but the air ...

Unlike most food crops that are planted in the spring, garlic is planted in the fall, sometime around Columbus Day. Fresh garlic can be found in the kitchens of those who enjoy cooking, but it’s not ...

Garlic is a species in the onion genus Allium, and therefore related to onions, shallots, leeks, and chives. It is flavorful, nutritious, and easy to grow. There are two types of garlic: softneck and ...

A friend gave me some garlic to plant, and I am wondering how difficult it will be to grow at home. — Henry Sorenson, Evanston Garlic is an easy crop for home gardeners to grow. In our region, it’s ...

Yes, you can grow garlic in containers. If there is a lack of garden space in full sun, then container growing could be good for you. Gardeners who have had problems with white rot and Fusarium basal ...

Growing potatos and garlic will give you new appreciation for just-dug new potatoes and tender garlic shoots. Three simple potato recipes will get you started. Discover how to grow and cook ...