METECHI
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Shipping now! Quantities are limited; order early for best availability. Sorry, not available to Idaho, US Territories, or Canada.
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Customer Reviews
I’m not new to growing garlic and am never disappointed by the things I receive from Territorial Seed. The cloves are all clean and free of mold. I can’t wait to taste the fruits of this harvest in the summer!
Of course reveiws are a new norm for online consumers, from past reveiws I was not sure what to expect of Metetchi, but garlic is worth a gamble.
Not only was Territorial ultra friendly and super helpful when I needed clarification on an order I was trying to place, but my Metetchi order was timely and all of my planted cloves have come up strong. Each clove was plantable and in good condition.
With garlic, you want to order early to reserve the "cream of the crop", so I was delighted to see that my cloves and bulbs were in great condition and worthy of returning for as a loyal garlic hunter.
I hope that Territorial receives enough committed consumerism to continue growing and expanding so they can meet consumers demands for quality.
Rest assured, I am happy with my Metetchi garlic and will definitely order other varieties again next year. Thank you!!
I understand some bulbs can hide damage from bugs or rot, but for the price paid I expected better. In general I've been happy with TSC, but I'm disappointed in this purchase.
We do inspect all garlic before it leaves our facility, so we’re very sorry yours arrived in that condition. As always, our products are backed by our full guarantee. We want you, our customers, to be 100% satisfied with the seed, plants and supplies that you purchase from us. If anything you buy from Territorial proves to be unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item (if available) or refund the purchase price, whichever you prefer (for up to 1 year from purchase). Contact our customer service (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Pacific Time) at either 800-626-0866 or info@territorialseed.com
planted in October with the other garlic i ordered but not a single clove came up. the rest of the garlic is doing fine. just cut scapes yesterday. first time i have ever had a issue with your garlic. placing another order today.
Thanks for reaching out. We’re really sorry to hear your garlic didn’t grow — that’s always frustrating. Based on the order date, it looks like it’s been over a year, which is beyond our refund window. That said, we’d be happy to help troubleshoot what might have gone wrong. Feel free to contact our customer service team (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Pacific Time) at either 800-626-0866 or info@territorialseed.com. We appreciate your feedback and hope we can provide a better experience in the future.
| Seed Depth | 2-3" |
| Seed Spacing | 6" |
| Cloves per Bulb | Hardneck: 5-10; Softneck: 6-18 |
| Cloves per Pound | Hardneck: 40-65; Softneck: 50-90 |
Folklore is rife with tales of garlic's ability to bestow strength and courage, treat a vast array of disease and infections, and to ward off evil. Modern day medicine has shown this remarkable food to be powerfully effective at boosting the immune system, supporting cardiovascular health, and fighting cancer.
Hardneck Garlic: Allium sativum subsp. ophioscorodon Cloves grow in a single circle around a central woody stem. These varieties also produce, or attempt to produce, a flower-like stalk. What makes these garlics stand out is the range and quality of flavors they exhibit. Hardneck garlics typically have a shorter storage life than softnecks.
Softneck Garlic: Allium sativum subsp. sativum These varieties produce cloves in several layers around a soft central stem. Approximate cloves per pound can vary based on seasonal conditions and the variety. These easy-to-grow garlics are excellent in the kitchen and usually have the best storage qualities. Great for braiding.
Elephant Garlic: Allium ampeloprasum Not a true garlic, these enormous bulbs have much milder and sweeter flavor than garlic, as it's related more closely to a leek. Elephant garlic is planted 6-8 inches apart and covered with 4-6 inches of soil.
Culture
• Garlic thrives in rich, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0
• Work in 1 inch layer of compost, 1/2 cup of blood meal, 1/2 cup TSC's Complete fertilizer per 5 row feet
• When spring growth begins: water to keep the soil slightly moist and fertilize with Age Old Grow or TSC's Complete fertilizer
• As harvest approaches: water less to avoid molding or staining
• Hardnecks: cut off any flowering stems (scapes) at the top leaf to redirect energy to the bulb; scapes can be used like green onions
Direct Sowing
• In Northern regions, garlic is best planted by the end of October, or 6-8 weeks before the ground freezes
• Southern regions may plant as late as March
• Separate the cloves of garlic just prior to planting, keeping as much skin on as possible
• Plant cloves pointed end up
• Mulch with clean straw or leaves to 4 inches
Pests & Diseases
• Common pests: onion thrips, stem & bulb nematodes
• Pest control: Pyrethrin, 5–7 year crop rotation
• Common diseases: Gray mold/Botrytis, rust
• Disease prevention: 5–7 year crop rotation, avoid soggy soil
Harvest & Storage
• Harvest when the top 4-5 leaves are slightly green and lower leaves are dry
• Begin checking for mature bulbs in late June
• Each green leaf represents one layer of covering over the bulb in the ground
• Tie the plants in small bundles and dry in a cool, shaded, well-ventilated location for about 3-4 weeks
• After curing is done, cut foliage and roots from bulbs and store in mesh bags
• Softnecks: you can keep leaves on and braid the whole plant
