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Discover Garlic 'Flavor' – The Italian Pink Softneck

Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your garden and kitchen with Garlic 'Flavor' (Allium sativum). This prized softneck variety is known for its attractive white bulbs filled with vibrant pink cloves, grown in virus-free French soil for reliable quality.

Why Choose Garlic 'Flavor'?

• Exceptional Taste: Enjoy a rich, aromatic flavour in every clove—ideal for home cooking.
• Generous Harvest: Each bulb contains between 9 and 16 cloves, giving you plenty to use fresh or store.
• Reliable Storage: Once cured, these bulbs keep well so you can enjoy home-grown garlic for months.

Planting & Care Guide

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring once the soil is workable and frost risk has passed.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil. Enrich beds with compost before planting.
• Sunlight: Choose a sunny spot for optimal growth and bulb development.
• Maturity: Harvest in late July when foliage begins to yellow and fall over.
• Maintenance: Water during dry spells and keep beds weed-free. No special pruning required.
• Storage: Cure bulbs by drying them in a warm, airy place before storing in a cool, dry location.

Culinary & Garden Inspiration

• Culinary Use: Ideal for roasting, sautéing, or adding raw to salads and dressings.
• Companion Planting: Pairs well with carrots, tomatoes, and fruit trees—helps deter pests naturally.
• Garden Impact: Attractive foliage and compact size make it suitable for beds, borders, or containers.

FAQs

• When should I plant Garlic 'Flavor' bulbs?
  Plant in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked and risk of hard frost has passed.
• How do I know when my garlic is ready to harvest?
  The bulbs are ready when the lower leaves turn yellow and begin to fall over—usually by late July.
• What type of soil is best?
  This variety thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged areas.