{"product_id":"siberian-giant-hardneck-seed-garlic","title":"Siberian Giant, Hardneck, Seed Garlic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing is per pound of seed garlic.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSiberian Giant is a vigorous hardneck garlic in the Marbled Purple Stripe group, valued for its large cloves, dependable growth, and excellent cold tolerance. Marbled Purple Stripe garlics are especially well adapted to colder climates and are known for producing substantial bulbs with relatively few, very large cloves. Siberian Giant has a classic garlic flavor that is full and flavorful without being overwhelming, making it a versatile choice for roasting, cooking, and fresh use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardneck, Marbled Purple Stripe variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full, classic garlic flavor; flavorful and mellow when cooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large bulbs with approximately 4–7 very large cloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous and especially well suited to cold climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–7 months under good storage conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in fall about 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes. Separate bulbs into individual cloves and plant each clove 2–3 inches deep with the pointed end facing up, spacing cloves 6–8 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8+ hours daily).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist during active growth without allowing it to become waterlogged. Mulch after planting to protect cloves through winter, conserve moisture, and help suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garlic is a heavy feeder and performs best in fertile soil. Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting and provide additional nitrogen in early spring as growth resumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvesting Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a hardneck garlic, Siberian Giant produces flower stalks called scapes. Removing the scapes in late spring helps direct energy toward bulb development, and the scapes are edible as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Harvest in early to mid-summer when the lower leaves have turned brown but several upper leaves remain green. If extended wet weather is expected near harvest, lifting bulbs slightly early can help reduce the risk of rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Loosen the soil with a garden fork and carefully lift the bulbs without damaging them. Hardneck varieties produce a flower stalk (scape), which should be removed in late spring to encourage larger bulb development. The scapes are also a delicious culinary treat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cure bulbs in a dry, shaded, well-ventilated location for 3–4 weeks. Once fully cured, trim the roots and stalks and store in a cool, dry place with good airflow. Siberian Giant typically stores well for \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 months\u003c\/strong\u003e while maintaining its rich, classic garlic flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Great Northern Garlic","offers":[{"title":"1 lb bag","offer_id":49627398111491,"sku":null,"price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/DED3A098-64A9-4650-B2D9-CE2BEAF38D06.jpg?v=1789484468","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/siberian-giant-hardneck-seed-garlic","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}