big boy garlic seed bulbs

King Giant

$1.98
$1.98
/ bulb
Available Aug 15

Select Size: Small

Garlic Bulb Size Measurements

DIAMETER (IN) DIAMETER (CM) AVG BULBS PER POUND
X-SMALL 1.25" - 1.5" 3.2 cm - 3.8 cm 18 to 22 bulbs/lb
SMALL 1.5" - 1.75" 3.8 cm - 4.5 cm 14 to 18 bulbs/lb
MEDIUM 1.75" - 2" 4.5 cm - 5.1 cm 10 to 12 bulbs/lb
LARGE 2" - 2.25" 5.1 cm - 5.7 cm 7 to 9 bulbs/lb
X-LARGE 2.25" - 2.5" 5.7 cm - 6.4 cm 4 to 6 bulbs/lb
JUMBO 2.5" - 3" 6.4 cm - 7.6 cm 3 to 5 bulbs/lb

Measurements are based on bulb diameter at the widest point

AVAILABLE Mid-August
Ships in September

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Description

A dependable hardneck variety that originates from an old Ukrainian grower in eastern Canada. It grows big plants with huge bulbs. Popular with gardeners and market growers looking to grow the fattest bulbs possible. Under ideal growing conditions, bulbs can grow up to 3 inches!    

King Giant is similar to other Porcelain's with its white skin that often have light purple streaks. The flavour is strong when eaten raw and sweet when cooked. 

King Giant performs very well in cold and temperate climates, as well as in a wide range of soil conditions. Produces a tall, impressive plant with dark green leaves. Scape removal and good moisture are essential for maximum bulb size. 

Bulbs are uniform with large cloves (average 5 to 6 cloves/bulb). Outer bulb wrappers tend to be purplish-white (depending on soil conditions), with some rose colouring of the clove skins. Great presentation for growers selling or gardeners who want to display in their kitchen. Stores for up to 6 months.

Garlic is a heavy feeder. For best results, apply a well-balanced organic fertilizer at planting and in spring. Planting a green manure cover crop the season before growing garlic is also recommended. 

Grow Guide
  • Date: September 15 - November 15. Plant 3 to 6 weeks before ground freezes
  • Planting: Push cloves into loose soil with the tips pointing up
  • Depth: 1-2" (from clove tip to soil surface)
  • Spacing: 10-12" between rows, cloves 5-6" apart within row
  • Fertility: Garlic performs best in fertile soils. Organic fertilizer is recommended 
  • Mulching: Cover with 4-5" of straw, grass or leaves in fall. Remove in spring. 
  • Watering: 1"/week clay soil, 2"/week sandy soils
  • Scapes: Cut and harvest scapes when beginning to curl
  • Harvest: Dig bulbs when plants have 3 to 4 green leaves remaining
  • Drying: Place bulbs in a warm, dry area with lots of air flow.

For detailed instructions, see our full Garlic Growing Guide

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.

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