by Bethany Hayes When you buy garlic in the store, you simply grab the white bulb off the shelf and head home. The decision is simple, but when you grow garlic, you realize there are so many different varieties of garlic to grow in your garden. Not all garlic is the … [Read more...]
Can You Plant Alliums in the Spring?
QUESTION: Can I plant alliums in the spring? I missed putting my onions and garlic in the ground in the fall like I usually do. — Nancy G. ANSWER: Don’t worry—all of your alliums can be planted in the spring just like they can in the fall. You won’t get the same size potential … [Read more...]
Can You Eat Garlic Immediately After Harvesting?
QUESTION: Do I have to wait, or can I eat garlic straight from the ground in my garden? I’ve heard about letting garlic dry, or cure, but I’m not sure whether this is necessary. — Sara C. ANSWER: Yes, you can eat your homegrown garlic immediately after harvesting. Keep reading … [Read more...]
20 Garlic Companion Plants to Grow in Your Garden Together
by Bethany Hayes When you take a look at lists of companion plants for most vegetables and flowers, garlic is usually listed, so it’s often called the king of companion planting. The list of garlic companion plants feels endless; you can plant it near most herbs, vegetables, … [Read more...]
Does Planting Garlic Keep Bugs Away?
Question: Does planting garlic keep bugs away? Will it help if I plant garlic on the border of my vegetable garden? -Ted L. Answer: Growing garlic in the garden does not keep bugs away, but you can use the garlic to make a homemade pesticide that will keep bugs away when it’s … [Read more...]