Orchid Society of Middle Tennessee

ORGANIC MUSIC HARDNECK SEED GARLIC BULBS XL JUMBO LARGE BULB HEIRLOOM USA GROWN

Music garlic is a hardneck garlic variety known for its large cloves, robust flavor, and excellent storage capability. It’s a favorite among gardeners and chefs due to its easy-to-peel cloves and potent garlic taste. The variety is named “Music” after Al Music, a Canadian garlic grower who popularized it in North America.Characteristics of Music Garlic: Appearance:Music garlic typically has 4 to 6 large cloves per bulb, wrapped in smooth, white or slightly pinkish-purple skin.The bulbs are generally larger than those of softneck varieties, with a distinctive hard central stalk, characteristic of hardneck garlic. Flavor:It has a rich, strong flavor, often described as spicy when raw, but it mellows into a sweet, earthy taste when cooked.The flavor is well-balanced, making it versatile for both raw and cooked dishes. Culinary Uses:Music garlic is a great choice for roasting, since its large cloves soften beautifully and develop a rich, caramelized sweetness.It’s also excellent for sauces, soups, marinades, and any recipe where garlic is a key ingredient.Due to its easy-to-peel cloves, it’s convenient for both home cooks and chefs. Growing Conditions:Music garlic is hardy and well-suited to cold climates, making it a popular choice in regions with colder winters.It requires a cold period (vernalization) for proper growth and typically produces a flower stalk called a scape, which can be harvested and used in cooking as well. Storage:Known for its long storage life, Music garlic can be kept for up to 9 months under proper conditions (cool, dry, and well-ventilated).Its storage capacity makes it a favorite among home gardeners and commercial garlic growers. Health Benefits:Like other garlic varieties, Music garlic is rich in antioxidants and contains allicin, a compound with potent anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and immune-boosting properties.

20+ RARE HUGE PURPLE ALLIUM SENSATION 4-6″ SOFTBALL “AFLATUNENSE” FLOWER SEEDS!

RARE PURPLE SENSATION ALLIUM SEEDS FRESH FLOWER SEEDS ! FREE SHIPPING SALE! PURPLE SENSATION ALLIUM SEEDS – FREE SHIPPING SALE! PURPLE SENSATION ALLIUM SEEDS – (Also known as Allium aflatunense) – HUGE PURPLE 4-6” FLOWERS! A wonderful & unusual VERY TALL & HUGE 4-6” LILAC PURPLE BALL FLOWER composed of hundreds of tiny purple flowers on a VERY sturdy & graceful 3-3 ½ foot leafless stem. (At the base of the stem are several broad leaves.) Very elegant & IMPRESSIVE FLOWER SUITABLE FOR A WILD OR NATURAL GARDEN Very long lasting in the garden – The flower lasts for up to several months Can be used in flower arrangements & as a dried flower Flowers in Late Spring –Early Summer & STAYS BEAUTIFUL FOR MONTHS Naturalizes & self seeds readily, so you will have many more in successive seasons Attracts butterflies & bees to your garden. Loves full sun to partial shade & well-drained soil Low Maintenance – (virtually no maintenance) – JUST WATCH THEM GROW & ENJOY GREAT FOR NEW GARDENERS – A REAL CONFIDENCE BUILDER! A FLOWER THAT EVERYONE COMPLIMENTS & COMMENTS ON HEIGHT – 3- 3 ½ FT (36-42 INCHES) FLOWER SIZE – 4-6” INCHES ACROSS ZONES: 3 – 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 – 8 – 9 – 10 WATER: Average DEER RESISTANT! EASY PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: You can use a sunny “nursery” area to plant the seeds covering them lightly with soil in the fall and watch the baby plants develop in the spring. I highly recommend putting in a garden marker with the name of the flower, so that you can identify the seedlings later and not disturb them. You can transplant the little bulbs later to a different location in the garden if you like. ** You can also do as nature does, DIRECT SOW in Fall and scatter them for naturalizing. They may take 2-3 years from seed to full 12-14 cm size bulb and 3-3 ½ foot VERY TALL bloom, but it is an exciting & rewarding process to experience. You will be really proud of your amazing flowers, which will then naturalize, multiply, & seed themselves. You will have clumps of gorgeous flowers that YOU started from seed and nurtured. LESS EASY PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: If you really want to start them indoors, you can start about 2 months before the last frost date. Scatter seed on a quality seed starting mix & cover them lightly with some of the mix. Mist or moisten mix & put seed tray in a plastic bag to keep moist. Keep it indoors at about 70°F for 2-3 weeks. Move seeds outside to a sheltered location in winter when temperatures are still freezing. Seeds should begin germinating when temperatures begin to warm. You can then transplant the seedlings into your garden when they get bigger. AMAZING FREE SHIPPING SALE! – (FIRST CLASS USPS MAIL) I ACCEPT PAYPAL WHICH ALLOWS ME TO SHIP SAME OR NEXT DAY & GREAT SERVICE FOR YOU!