We frequently get questions about which garlic can be planted. Many people make a distinction between ‘seed’ garlic – planting stock and ‘culinary’ garlic — only for eating. The reality is: All garlic can be planted and will grow unless it’s been treated with a growth inhibitor. When planting garlic for the first time, we […]
Storage suggestions, planting tips and trivia
Tips on Storing Garlic
Short Answer: We suggest you store your garlic in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place in a well-ventilated container such as mesh or paper. We often just store them in a clay bowl on the kitchen counter. Keep them away from any direct sunlight and don’t use the refrigerator. Longer Answer: Think of garlic as Goldilocks […]
Bloat Nematode
We strongly urge anyone interested in growing garlic to only buy from a grower that has had their garlic tested for Bloat Nematode and understands the basics of how Bloat Nematode is acquired and spread. Plum Creek Garlic gets tested every year by the University of Minnesota Plant Disease Clinic. We tested negative for 2025 […]
Ordering Garlic by the Bulb Compared to by the Pound
For those of you used to ordering garlic by the pound, here are a few things to consider: First, our Large garlic averages 5 heads per pound a month after harvest. And our Medium garlic averages 8 heads per pound a month after harvest. Our Extra Large garlic averages 4 heads per pound a month […]