Plant health
Ggood for pest control in the garden, particularly aphids. Soak it with some hot chillies in water for two weeks, then strain it, and apply it as a spray.
Can be planted as a companion plant with roses, cabbages, eggplants, tomatoes and fruit trees.
Harvest
Garlic is an indispenable ingredient of all the great cuisines, including Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Indian, Eastern European and Arabian countries.
It is used with meat, fish, vegetables, spices, herbs, sauces and soups.
Bulbs should be plump, hard, full and with no dis-coloured spots which may be bruising or decay.
It is best stored in a cool but dry place. Garlic has a storage life of up to nine months. (does vary according to variety)
