Garlic : Killarney Red

Tolerates cool or wet conditions, large uniform bulbs, easy to peel

Somewhat similar to German Red or Spanish Roja, but many think it is superior to both. Grows better under cool or wet conditions than most other varieties. Tends to grow large uniform bulbs about 2" in diameter. About 8-10 large easy to peel cloves per bulb. Has a strong spicy flavor.

Seed grown in Washington.

Amaryllidaceae Allium sativum

This is an example of the timeline you would see based on your growing conditions.

Garlic: Hardneck

Killarney Red

Hardnecks (Allium sativum ssp. ophioscorodon) are closer to wild garlic, with complex flavors. These are the garlics that some compare to wines with subtle differences that reflect the regional soil and weather patterns. One simple benefit to the cook is the way some of their skins slip off smoothly. Hardnecks do not store as long as softnecks—cure them, eat them within a few months, and get to know their distinctive flavors. Hardneck garlic can be identified by the hard flower stalk that often does a loop as it grows.

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Basics

Ease of Growing: Easy
Grown as: Annual
Days to Maturity: 90-150 (Spring/Summer), 225-240 (Fall/Winter)
Growing Habit: -
Hardiness: Hardy

Garlic is very hardy and if the soil doesn't freeze the roots will continue to grow right through the winter. The tops will grow whenever the temperature is above 40 degrees F. Garlic can sometimes be frost tolerant.
Crops: Spring, Fall
Growing Season: Short, Long
Cultivar Type: -
Growing Conditions: Cold, Cool, Warm, Long days

Garlic is a fairly easy crop to grow. Given lots of sun, good soil, plenty of water, and a steady supply of nutrients, and it will produce maximum leaf growth, which in turn produces large bulbs. Garlic is quite hearty and can grow during the winter in more moderate climates. In colder areas, it can be planted in the spring.
Outdoor Growing Temp: 45°F - 85°F
Min Outdoor Soil Temp: 45°F

Garlic is a very hardy plant and can go into the ground 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost date.
Start Indoors: No
Start Outdoors: Yes
Light: Sun: min. 6 hours daily (Cold, Cool, Warm)

Full sun
Water: Low

This is another critical factor in growing good garlic. The plants need a steady and constant supply of moisture when putting on leaf growth and bulbing up.
Feeder: Moderate

Moderate nitrogen. Moderate phosphorous. Moderate potassium. Garlic isn't a very hungry plant, but it needs a steady supply of nutrients for best growth.
Suitability: Tolerates light frost
Small Gardens?: Yes
Containers?: Yes

You could try growing garlic in a container (make sure the pot is at least 12" deep and 6" in diameter), but it isn't considered an ideal candidate for this. Plant one clove per pot no more than 1 1/2 inches below the surface of your potting soil. Water well and place in the sunshine.
Attracts beneficial insects?: No
Color: Marbled purple brown skin
Fruit Size: 2.0 - 2.0"
Plant Height: 18.0 - 24.0"
Plant Diameter: 2.0 - 3.0"
Hardiness Zone: 5-10
Disease Resistance
Taste Profile: Superb flavor that is strong, hot and spicy. Some even describe the flavor as being slightly nutty.
Rotation Group: Roots: Alliums + Umbeliferae

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Garlic : Killarney Red

Tolerates cool or wet conditions, large uniform bulbs, easy to peel

Killarney Red

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