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Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic

Scientific Name: Allium sativum 'Italian Late'

Also Known As

  • Allium sativum var. sativum 'Italian Late'

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 24"-48"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic plant details

Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen bulb / corm / tuber or fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber or fruit / vegetable
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: culinary, easy-to-grow, edible, medicinal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Italian Late garlic grows well in most of the country, unlike most softnecks that prefer warmer winters. The flavor is bold and pungent with an aftertaste that sneaks up on you. Heat and strength vary somewhat with growing conditions and may differ year to year based on moisture and temperature.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic plant

How to Grow Organic Italian Late Softneck Garlic

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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