Garlic Garcua is a reliable softneck garlic variety, prized for its strong, full-bodied flavour and outstanding storage qualities. Producing attractive white bulbs packed with tightly wrapped cloves, this dependable variety is perfect for home growers who want a productive garlic crop that can be enjoyed long after harvest. Suitable for planting in both autumn and spring, Garcua performs well in a wide range of growing conditions.

As a softneck variety, Garlic Garcua stores exceptionally well when properly cured, providing fresh homegrown garlic for many months. Its rich flavour makes it an excellent choice for roasting, cooking and everyday kitchen use, while its reliable performance makes it ideal for vegetable gardens, raised beds and allotments.

Key Features
✓ Reliable softneck garlic variety
✓ Strong, rich garlic flavour
✓ Excellent storage life
✓ Suitable for autumn or spring planting
✓ Produces attractive white bulbs with multiple cloves
✓ Reliable, high-yielding variety
✓ Ideal for vegetable gardens, raised beds and allotments
✓ Perfect for cooking and long-term storage

Size
✓ Produces medium to large white bulbs
✓ Softneck variety with multiple cloves per bulb

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to November or February to March
✓ Harvest: June to July (autumn planted) or July to August (spring planted)
✓ Position: Full sun
✓ Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: Approximately 3cm (1 inch)
✓ Spacing: Approximately 10–15cm apart with 30cm between rows
✓ Plant cloves with the pointed end facing upwards

Aftercare
Keep the soil lightly moist during active growth, particularly in spring, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering as the foliage begins to yellow and bulbs mature. Harvest when most of the leaves have died back, then cure the bulbs in a warm, dry, well-ventilated place for several weeks before storing. Properly cured Garlic Garcua can be stored for many months in a cool, dry location.