[strangerachael]

I've dug up all the garlic that was obviously affected by white rot, and removed all the mouldy bits. It looks ok at the moment but is it ok to eat? I realise it probably won't keep very long but I don't want to just bin it if i don't have to. Are there other ways of preserving it other than the usual way?
It probably wasn't a great idea but I hosed them down to get all the dirt off but will this make them more likely to rot or not?
Meanwhile, should I harvest the rest even though it still looks quite green and  not quite ready or leave it and risk it also succumbing?

[mumofstig]

I'd keep an eye on the rest, they may not all get it.
For preserving methods look here https://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=122929.msg1447326#msg1447326
Or preserve in hot oil in small jars..
https://www.allotment-garden.org/recipe/oils-vinegar/storing-in-oil/

[strangerachael]

Ah thank you - I think I'm going to have a go at roasting the bulbs and freezing the puree 

[strangerachael]

sorry but one more question: I haven't composted the mouldy bits, obvs, but can I compost the stalks and foliage, or is it not advisable?

[polo71]

Only compost it if your compost heap gets hot (hot enough to kill the spores)  otherwise recycle centre. Only reason I know this is I have just read it on Charles Dowding (no-Dig) site the other day.