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01 May 17, Fiona (Australia - cool/mountain climate)

I planted my garlic in mid April, and it's coming up really well. At the same time, I planted some elephant/giant garlic cloves a friend gave me (grown in his garden nearby). The elephant garlic isn't showing above ground at all. Is this normal that it takes longer to shoot, or did I plant it at the wrong time?

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02 May 17, Jack (Australia - cool/mountain climate)

Some bulbs are slower to emerge from the ground. You could carefully scratch around the bulb site with your finger and see if is coming up. The only negative thing I can think of is that the bulbs may have been damp and have rotted. I doubt this.

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03 May 17, Fiona (Australia - cool/mountain climate)

Thanks Jack. I might have a scratch around and see. I don't think the cloves would have rotted either. Probably I just need to be patient!

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24 Apr 17, Kobus (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)

I'm a blind person and want to plant garlic. I'm looking for as much info as possible on the cultivation of garlic, but it looks like I'm at a dead-end. I found an address on the web, but they just don't answer my mails. Where can I get information please?

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15 May 17, Romy (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)

Probeer [email protected] tel0832273447

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25 Apr 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Garlic is not hard to grow. Get someone to read the information on garlic growing on this site. Click on 'vegetables & herbs and select 'garlic'. You can buy garlic cloves from fruit shops and nurseries at this time of the year. Make sure it is not imported as some imported garlic carries disease. Don't hesitate to contact us if you have any more questions, we are here to help.

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21 Apr 17, Pillet (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)

Can I get Garlic seedlings service provider in KZN .

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30 Apr 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

Look online. www.seedsforafrica.co.za list garlic. There are sure to be others as well.

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21 Apr 17, Petros (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)

I want to start a small garlic farm . I'm staying at Highflats near IXOPO . My question is how long does it takes to be ready for market Second question my area is suitable to plant garlic? Thanks Petros. Please note - Gardenate is NOT intended for Farming questions. (Ed:)

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30 Apr 17, John (Australia - temperate climate)

I would advise you to discuss your plan with your Agriculture Department (Government). They will have a better understanding of suitable varieties and also how to grow them in your area. Look them up on the internet.

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