Garlic Bulb - Elephant

BOTANICAL NAME

Allium ampeloprasum

LIFE CYCLE

• Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

• Late Spring

GROWTH HABIT

• Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

• 24 to 36 inches

COLOR

• White

Elephant Garlic is the go-to choice for gardeners and cooks who love garlic flavor without the heat. When roasted, its impressively large cloves soften and caramelize into a velvety spread that is delectable on crusty bread and in soups and stews. With a mellow profile that enhances recipes without overpowering them, this gentle giant brings subtle garlic depth to everyday cooking.

This item may be considered invasive in specific areas of the USA. Please check with your local agricultural office for more information. Cannot ship to: ID, WA, OR

• Produces exceptionally large cloves that in turn result in larger harvested bulbs
• Medium to late maturity, making it a rewarding long-season crop for patient gardeners
• Best planted in early fall and thrives in long, cool growing seasons

PLANTING SEASON

• Fall

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

• 2 to 3 inches

WATER NEEDS

• Average

PLANT SPACING

• 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• N/A - Annual