One of my favorite ingredients to cultivate and cook with is garlic. In this post, I share a video along with images from my garden, showcasing the process of planting garlic in the autumn. You’ll also find pictures from the only garden center in my area that sells garlic bulbs. Additionally, I’ve included gardening tips to ensure a successful growth experience during this season.
Autumn Gardening | Garlic Planting Video
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Garlic Varieties Growing Now
I was overjoyed to discover the variety of garlic bulbs available at Garden Central in Findlay, Ohio. To the best of my knowledge, no other local stores are offering these bulbs during this time of year. Interestingly, it’s the perfect season for planting garlic bulbs in hardiness zone 5b. Take a look at the photos from the garden center, showcasing the varieties I picked to cultivate in my home garden this year. Below, you’ll find details on the three different types of garlic I chose.
German Red Hardneck Garlic Bulbs
Strong, spicy flavor and easy to peel. Large cloves with reddish streaks. Yield about 6-10 cloves per head. Produces edible bloom stalks (scapes). These will store for well over 3 months.
Nootka Rose Softneck Garlic Bulb
The Nootka Rose Softneck Garlic Bulb has a strong garlic flavor with medium heat. Medium sized cloves with rosy skin. Does not produce bloom stalks but will store for well up to 12 months.
Transylvania Softneck Garlic Bulb
I am personally very excited to try this variety because of it’s well known buttery garlic flavor. The garlic has a sharp heat with medium sized cloves. Each garlic yields about 10-15 cloves per head and does not produce bloom stalks (scapes). This variety can be stored for up to 9 months.
Stay Tuned to hear more about how these varieties did for me growing in my Ohio raised beds.
Visit Garden Central in Findlay Ohio
This year has been an enjoyable one in the garden, and I would like to express my gratitude to several greenhouse growers, particularly the team at Garden Central in Findlay, Ohio. Below, you’ll find a map to their location. Feel free to add their address to your preferred map for easier navigation. I suggest visiting during Spring, Summer, and Autumn. I have yet to experience the Winter season there, so stay tuned for more reviews from this wonderful spot
Garden Central | 430 E Main Cross St, Findlay, OH 45840
Growing Now in My Autumn Garden
This year has been a rewarding journey in my garden, filled with a variety of delightful plants that I’ve cultivated. One of my favorites has been the garlic chives. Their unique flavor adds a wonderful touch to many dishes, enhancing everything from stir-fries to salads. While they offer a milder taste compared to traditional garlic, they bring a fresh, herbaceous note that I find irresistible.
In addition to my planned crops, I’ve also enjoyed a delightful surprise this season: a gourd plant that volunteered itself in my garden. These unexpected treasures are a testament to nature’s resilience and generosity. The joy of nurturing such a plant, one that seemingly appeared out of nowhere, is unparalleled. The gourds have been a fantastic addition to my harvest, and I feel incredibly grateful for the abundance they’ve provided. There’s truly nothing quite like the thrill of free plants yielding a generous harvest, reminding me of the magic and unpredictability of gardening.
Garlic Update
Week 4 I am thrilled to see that new garlic sprouts are coming up from the straw. This looks promising for next year’s crop. Stay TUNED – I hope to share more as these grow.
Let’s Connect
To conclude my discussion on planting garlic in the autumn, I invite you to share your experiences. Have you ever grown garlic at home? I would love to hear your thoughts, so please feel free to leave a comment below. Your questions and any additional insights are more than welcome!
Happy Gardening
