Vegetables seeds

Understanding Garlic Propagation Garlic (Allium sativum) is a staple in many kitchens and a crucial ingredient in various cuisines around the world. Unlike many other plants, garlic is primarily propagated using cloves rather than seeds. This method ensures that the new plants retain the characteristics of the parent plant, such as size, flavour, and growth habits. However, garlic can also be grown from bulbils, which are sometimes mistakenly referred to as seeds. Understanding the differences between these methods is essential for anyone interested in growing garlic.  Growing Garlic from Cloves Garlic is most commonly grown from individual cloves, which are segments of the garlic bulb. Each clove planted in the ground will grow into a new garlic bulb, producing several more cloves. This method is popular because it is straightforward, reliable, and results in a harvest that is identical to the original garlic variety. To grow garlic from cloves: 1. Selection of Cloves Choose...