Elephant Garlic is a unique and highly productive variety that produces enormous bulbs with a wonderfully mild, delicate garlic flavour. Although closely related to leeks rather than true garlic, it offers a subtle taste that is perfect for roasting whole, slicing into salads or adding to a wide variety of cooked dishes without overpowering other ingredients.

Easy to grow and exceptionally rewarding, Elephant Garlic develops vigorous plants and impressive bulbs that can be several times larger than traditional garlic. Suitable for planting from autumn through to early spring, it performs well in Irish gardens, raised beds and allotments, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced growers.

Key Features
✓ Produces giant garlic bulbs
✓ Mild, delicate garlic flavour
✓ Excellent for roasting, cooking and salads
✓ Easy to grow and highly productive
✓ Suitable for autumn to early spring planting
✓ Ideal for vegetable gardens, raised beds and allotments
✓ Impressive harvests with large, easy-to-peel cloves
✓ Stores well after harvesting

Size
✓ Produces exceptionally large mature bulbs
✓ Bulbs are significantly larger than standard garlic varieties

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to March
✓ Harvest: July to August
✓ Position: Full sun
✓ Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter
✓ Planting depth: Approximately 5–7cm (2–3 inches)
✓ Spacing: Approximately 20–30cm apart with 30–45cm between rows
✓ Plant cloves individually with the pointed end facing upwards

Aftercare
Keep plants well-watered during dry spells while bulbs are developing and keep the growing area free from weeds. Reduce watering as the foliage begins to yellow. Harvest once most of the leaves have died back, then cure the bulbs in a warm, dry, well-ventilated place before storing in a cool, dry location.