Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic Bulbs – 2 Non-GMO Bulbs for Fall Planting

Overview

Experience the joy of growing your own gourmet garlic with our exceptional Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic bulbs. This unique Glazed Purple Stripe type is renowned for its striking appearance and robust flavor. Each bulb, when mature, reveals satiny clove wrappers in a vivid royal purple, often tinged with shiny gold or silver hues, making it one of the most attractive garlic varieties available. Perfect for fall planting garlic, these non-GMO bulbs are an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Known for their strong, lasting flavor without the intense heat or lingering aftertaste, they are considered by many to be the best baked garlic. Adding this variety to your garden promises a bountiful harvest of delicious, easy-to-peel cloves that store exceptionally well through the winter.

These non-GMO garlic bulbs are not only beautiful but also incredibly rewarding to cultivate. Their resilience makes them suitable for a wide range of climates, particularly thriving in cooler temperatures. If you’re looking for an easy to grow garlic that delivers on both aesthetics and taste, the Purple Glazer is an unparalleled choice. Prepare to be amazed by the vibrant colors and rich flavors this hardy garlic brings to your kitchen.

Key Benefits

Our Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic bulbs offer a multitude of benefits for the home gardener and culinary enthusiast:

• Visually Stunning: The unique royal purple, gold, and silver-tinged clove wrappers make this garlic a beautiful addition to your garden and kitchen. Its striking appearance sets it apart from other varieties.
• Exceptional Flavor: As a sub-variety of purple stripe garlic, Purple Glazer boasts a strong, lasting flavor that is rich and savory, yet not overly hot, making it ideal for a variety of dishes.
• No Aftertaste: Enjoy the full, robust flavor without any unpleasant lingering aftertaste, a common desire for many garlic lovers. This characteristic truly highlights why it’s considered the best baked garlic.
• Easy to Peel: The cloves of Purple Glazer garlic are notably easy to peel, saving you time and effort in the kitchen, especially when preparing larger quantities.
• Long Storage Life: These hardy bulbs are excellent for long-term storage, allowing you to enjoy your homegrown garlic throughout the winter months and beyond. This makes them a practical choice for those who engage in fall planting garlic.
• Non-GMO Assurance: Cultivate with confidence, knowing you are growing high-quality, non-GMO garlic bulbs, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable garden.
• Versatile Culinary Use: While exceptional baked, its strong flavor makes it suitable for roasting, sautéing, and adding depth to countless recipes, proving it’s an easy to grow garlic with diverse uses.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Growing Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic bulbs is a rewarding experience, especially with proper care. These garlics prefer cooler temperatures and thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth. They are best planted in the fall, typically 4-6 weeks before the ground freezes, allowing the roots to establish before winter. For successful fall planting garlic, choose a site with well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is ideal. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils, as this can lead to bulb rot. Incorporating compost or aged manure before planting will significantly improve soil structure and fertility.

Plant individual cloves pointed end up, about 4 inches deep and 6 inches apart, in rows spaced 12-18 inches apart. After planting, mulch with 4 inches of clean straw or leaves. This mulch insulates the soil, conserves moisture, and suppresses weeds. Water consistently, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil remains moist but not saturated. Reduce watering as the bulbs mature in late spring to early summer to prevent rot and encourage curing. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced organic fertilizer. Common pests like onion thrips and stem & bulb nematodes can be managed with crop rotation and organic pesticides like Pyrethrin. To prevent diseases such as Gray mold/Botrytis and rust, practice 5–7 year crop rotation and ensure good air circulation. Following these tips ensures a healthy harvest of your easy to grow garlic.

Size & Details

Our Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic bulbs are provided as nice-sized bulbs, ready for planting. When mature, the plants typically reach a height of 18-24 inches with a spread of approximately 4 inches. These garlic bulbs are ideally suited for USDA hardiness zones 3-9, preferring cooler climates for optimal development. They are a mid-season variety, meaning they will be ready for harvest in late June to early July, depending on your specific growing zone and planting time. Each bulb contains several cloves, and you will receive two bulbs, yielding multiple plants for your garden. This variety is known for its excellent long-term storage capabilities once properly cured, allowing you to enjoy your harvest for many months. The non-GMO garlic bulbs ensure you are planting a pure and natural product.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big do these Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic bulbs get? A: When mature, the plants typically grow 18-24 inches tall with a spread of about 4 inches. The bulbs themselves are a good size, perfect for culinary use.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: Purple Glazer Hardy Garlic bulbs are outdoor plants, best suited for garden beds. They require full sun and a period of cold dormancy to produce large, healthy bulbs.
• Q: How much sunlight does Purple Glazer garlic need? A: This garlic variety thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and bulb development.
• Q: Is this garlic easy to care for? A: Yes, Purple Glazer garlic is considered easy to grow garlic. With proper fall planting, well-draining soil, and consistent watering, even beginners can achieve a successful harvest.
• Q: What condition will the garlic bulbs arrive in? A: Your non-GMO garlic bulbs will arrive as dormant, ready-to-plant bulbs, carefully packaged to ensure their health and viability for your fall planting garlic.
• Q: When is the best time to plant Purple Glazer garlic? A: The ideal time for planting is in the fall, typically 4-6 weeks before the first hard frost. This allows the roots to establish before winter, promoting robust growth in spring.
• Q: Will Purple Glazer garlic survive winter in my zone? A: This hardy variety is suitable for USDA Zones 3-9. If you are within these zones and plant in the fall with proper mulching, the bulbs are well-equipped to survive winter.
• Q: Can I use Purple Glazer garlic for baking? A: Absolutely! Purple Glazer is widely considered the best baked garlic due to its strong, lasting flavor without the hotness or aftertaste, making it perfect for roasting and baking.
• Q: How long until I can harvest the garlic? A: Harvest typically occurs in late June to early July, when the bottom leaves have dried and the top 4-5 leaves are still slightly green.
• Q: What makes this variety special? A: Its striking purple, gold, and silver-tinged wrappers, combined with an excellent strong, lasting flavor and ease of peeling, make Purple Glazer a standout variety among non-GMO garlic bulbs.