Garlic
Allium sativum
Family: AmaryllidaceaeNative: Central Asia and northeastern IranIdentified: Apr 5, 2026
A bulbous herbaceous perennial with long, flat, sword-shaped green leaves that grow from a central stalk. It produces a compound bulb consisting of several cloves enclosed in a papery sheath.
Learn more about Garlic in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
Plant cloves in well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location during autumn or early spring. Maintain consistent moisture but avoid waterlogging. Harvest when the lower leaves begin to turn brown and dry out.