German Extra Hardy – Garlic s
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Description
German Extra Hardy Garlic is a hardneck variety renowned for its robust flavor and resilience in colder climates. This heirloom garlic is highly favored for its strong, spicy taste with a hint of heat, making it a great choice for those who love bold garlic flavors in their cooking. Known for its large, easy-to-peel cloves and impressive cold tolerance, German Extra Hardy thrives in regions with harsh winters, delivering excellent yields with long storage potential.
Key Features:
Hardneck Variety: German Extra Hardy is a hardneck garlic, which produces a central stalk (scape) that can be used in culinary dishes.
Bold, Spicy Flavor: Offers a strong, spicy, and slightly pungent flavor that intensifies when cooked, perfect for those who enjoy a bold garlic taste.
Large Cloves: Produces large, easy-to-peel cloves, ideal for both cooking and preserving.
Cold Hardy: Extremely cold-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for gardeners in northern climates with harsh winters.
High Yielding: Known for producing large bulbs with a significant number of cloves per bulb.
Long Storage Life: Exceptional storage potential, typically lasting up to 9–12 months when stored in the right conditions.
Disease Resistant: Less prone to common garlic diseases, making it a reliable variety for growers.
Versatile in Cooking: Its robust flavor makes it ideal for a wide range of dishes, from roasted garlic to garlic-infused oils.
Specifications:
Plant Type: Edible vegetable (Garlic)
Bulb Size: Large, with each bulb containing 4–6 cloves
Clove Color: White with purple streaks
Maturity: 210–240 days from planting to harvest (typically harvested in mid to late summer)
Plant Height: 18–30 inches
Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Watering Needs: Moderate, avoid waterlogging during the growing season
Storage Life: Long storage potential, typically lasting 9–12 months when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place
Harvesting Time: Mid to late summer (July–August)
