Garlic
Scientific Name: Allium Sativum
Cultivars (Variety): Elephant Garlic
Planting Dates:
| Area | Date |
|---|---|
| Area 1 | October 1 - November 30 |
| Area 2 | September 15 - November 15 |
| Area 3 | September 1 - October 31 |
Harvest Guidelines: Harvest when the first bottom leafs turn brown.
Common Diseases/Disorders in NM: Garlic is susceptible to most onion diseases, including Botrytis, pink root rot, powdery mildew, and purple blotch. Onion thrips can be a major problem on garlic.
Special Considerations: Not a true garlic but related to a leek; large segmented bulbs with milder flavor than true garlics.