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Elephant Garlic
AlliumAllium ampeloprasum
- Full sun
- Zones 5–10
- 240 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 8" spacing
- Low water
- pH 6–7
Overview
Despite its name, Elephant Garlic is actually more closely related to leeks than true garlic, producing massive bulbs that can weigh up to one pound each. The flavor is much milder and sweeter than regular garlic, making it perfect for roasting whole or for those who want garlic flavor without the bite. Each enormous clove can be as large as a regular garlic bulb.
Planting
Plant cloves 4-6 inches deep in fall, 4-6 weeks before ground freezes. Pointed end up, blunt end down.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 14-30.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, thrips, onion maggot. Common diseases: White rot, fusarium basal rot, rust.