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Allium sativum 'Persian Star (hard neck)'
Garlic, Persian Star (hard neck)
This beautiful Purple Stripe garlic originates from the Samarkand region of Uzbekistan. It has light colored bulbs and the cloves being purple streaked. The flavor is spot on great garlic. 9-12 large cloves per bulb. Grows and performs well in most regions. A strong rich taste noted as a great roasting garlic. Noted for purple coloration and striping. This variety has tighter cloves skins which result in a longer storage time.
- Purple Stripe type from Uzbekistan
- Rich garlic flavor and excellent roasting quality
- Attractive striped bulbs with 9–12 cloves
- Performs well across many growing regions
- Category: Herbs
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 12-24 in
- Spread: 6-12 in
- Spacing: 6 in
- Temperature: 20 to 90°F
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Allium sativum 'Persian Star (hard neck)'
Plant garlic in fall in loose, fertile soil and full sun. Space cloves well, mulch over winter, and remove hardneck scapes in spring for bigger bulbs. Harvest when lower leaves brown, then cure bulbs in an airy, shaded place.