Transylvanian Softneck

Available starting Mid-August
Shipping starts early to Mid-September

Also available as BULK GARLIC (per lb)

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Description

As the name suggests, this Artichoke softneck variety originates from the mountains of Transylvania in Central Romania. 

Of all the softneck varieties we have grown on our farm, Transylvanian grows the largest bulbs and is the most productive. It is very cold-hardy and can be easily fall-planted in any region of Canada where other garlic varieties can be grown. 

Transylvanian does not form scapes, so it is less work to grow than hardneck varieties. Tops can be easily braided for storage or selling, making them popular with gardeners who like to hang them in their kitchens and market growers who sell directly to customers. 

Transylvanian has a pleasant mild-tasting flavour with a hint of heat when eaten raw. Bulbs have 8 to 10 good-sized cloves. 

When exposed to very cold winters or when grown under stressful conditions such as drought, some plants may form bulbils in the stem. However, these do not need to be removed for good bulb size and they do not affect the quality of the bulbs.

Requires good fertility and adequate soil moisture to size up properly.

Stores for 8 to 12 months.

For planting instructions, see our How To Plant Garlic page. 

Highest Quality Standards

Our premium garlic is carefully examined throughout the season, from planting to harvest. Cloves, plants and bulbs are all individually inspected to maintain the highest quality seed stock available! See how we Manage Garlic Diseases & Pests.