| Common Name | Garlic |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Allium |
| Species | Sativum |
| Origin | Central Asia |
| Blooming | Rarely blooms in cultivation, white flowers on scapes in summer |
| Leaf Color | Bright green to grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter with pH 6.0-7.5
Moderate watering during growth, dry out completely before harvest to prevent rot and fungal diseases
Requires full sun for optimal bulb development, tolerates partial shade when young seedlings
Balanced fertilizer early season, high potassium later to promote bulb size
Remove flower stalks (scapes) timely to direct energy into bulb development
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