If you're flower gardener or you're thinking of starting one, try elephant garlic (Allium ampelopresum) for an unusual and interesting crop. In spite of its name, this is not a true garlic but rather a type of leek that grows a large bulb. Also called large-headed garlic, it has a garlicky flavor that's milder than the taste of true garlic and is easy to plant, needing just a bit of soil preparation in advance and some basic care once planted.
The elephant garlic is grown for its flowers, buld and young shoots for salads.
The flowers are very beautiful. Also grow these garlics to scare off the aphids. These are perennials. which means with proper care they last years. When ready to plant, purchase elephant garlic bulbs or single cloves from a garden center or nursery. Buy from ebay Philippines or order from Makulay Examine cloves carefully, discarding any that feel moist or have soft spots. If you start with an entire bulb, separate it carefully into individual cloves, being careful not to bruise the pieces.
If weeds grow near young elephant garlic plants, they can slow plant growth significantly and might lead to a poor crop, so check the area frequently, removing weeds when they're still small. If you use a weeding tool. Also cut garlic scapes which will slow down the growth of your garlic plant.
Harvest a few bulbs now and then, the young shoots are great for salads and the flowers divine.
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