Clove is in the air at BFS! Who doesn’t adore garlic, am I right? It’s not just a superstar in the kitchen; garlic has been the go-to buddy for health perks too! From kicking colds to giving blood pressure and cholesterol a run for their money, this little bulb is on a mission. Packed with vitamins C and B6, manganese, and selenium, garlic’s secret weapon is allicin, the antioxidant that brings the magic!
Spanish Roja garlic is a certified early-season variety renowned for its exceptional flavor, making it a gourmet favorite among home gardeners. Each bulb typically contains 8 to 12 cloves. The outer wrapper of Spanish Roja garlic exhibits a beautiful range of colors, from a rich cream to deep purple stripes, enhancing its visual appeal.
Silver Rose Garlic is distinguished by its milder flavor and enhanced taste profile compared to other varieties, allowing it to enrich dishes without overwhelming them. The cloves can be consumed raw, offering a gentler alternative to the typical sharpness associated with garlic. This variety is also straightforward to cultivate in sunny gardens or containers, with a harvest period extending from late spring to early summer.
Elephant garlic possesses a flavor profile that lies between leeks and mild garlic, with a hint of onion when cooked. It complements white fish and poultry exceptionally well, and its flavor is more pronounced when consumed raw. For optimal growth, elephant garlic thrives in cold weather; spring planting often yields cloveless “rounds,” whereas planting in the fall or allowing the bulbs to remain in the ground will result in standard bulbs by spring.
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