How long to keep garlic before planting

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pinkdaisychain

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How long to keep garlic before planting
« on: March 22, 2010, 15:12 »
Hi

Yet another question, sorry! I bought some "solent wight" garlic from suttons a couple of months ago to plant out and I've planted some but I still have a fair bit left - didn't have enough room. Do you think it will last until next year? Probably a bit late to plant out now...?

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Re: How long to keep garlic before planting
« Reply #1 on: March 22, 2010, 15:20 »
Either plant it asap or give it to someone who does have room for it, sadly it will not keep :(

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Re: How long to keep garlic before planting
« Reply #2 on: March 22, 2010, 15:24 »
Oh no! I was hoping you wouldn't say that  :(

Does it not need to be really cold for a while before planting out, should I pop it in the fridge/freezer for a few days before potting it up? I think I could pop up a few more - afterwards I guess I will have to give the rest away! I feel a bit bad but one of the main reasons I don't want to plant too many is because they look so boring! Do they get a bit more leafy later on?

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Re: How long to keep garlic before planting
« Reply #3 on: March 22, 2010, 15:43 »
they look the same as leeks or onions, I don't think that's boring..but you may do :lol:

I did put mine in the fridge (I wouldn't put them in the freezer, in case they freeze to death :ohmy: ) for a couple of days, but don't know if it is really necessary, other people seem to late plant without bothering and still get good results :)

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Re: How long to keep garlic before planting
« Reply #4 on: March 22, 2010, 17:49 »
If you cant plant out just use it in the kitchen ;)


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