ASIATIC GARLICS
Asiatics are classified as hardnecks genetically closest to Rocambole, Purple Stripe, and Porcelain. The bulb may grow large without removal of the scape although we remove them here. The bulbil capsule (spathe} is long and crinkled. The bulbil capsule has only a few large dark purple bulbils great for salads or stir fries. Clove skins are thick and semi-glossy. Asiatic garlics mature very suddenly, just ahead of other Artichokes. They should be harvested just as soon as leaves begin to brown. Stores approximately 4 months. Approximately 40-45 cloves per pound.
Asiatics are classified as hardnecks genetically closest to Rocambole, Purple Stripe, and Porcelain. The bulb may grow large without removal of the scape although we remove them here. The bulbil capsule (spathe} is long and crinkled. The bulbil capsule has only a few large dark purple bulbils great for salads or stir fries. Clove skins are thick and semi-glossy. Asiatic garlics mature very suddenly, just ahead of other Artichokes. They should be harvested just as soon as leaves begin to brown. Stores approximately 4 months. Approximately 40-45 cloves per pound.
