{"title":"Autumn Planting Garlic","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutumn is an excellent time to plant garlic, allowing the cloves to establish before winter and benefit from a period of cold weather. Explore our autumn planting garlic bulbs, selected for their growing performance and distinctive flavours. From robust, richly flavoured bulbs to milder varieties, enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own garlic for use in the kitchen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"autumn-planting-onion-shallot-garlic-collection","title":"Autumn Planting Onion, Shallot \u0026 Garlic Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Planting Onion, Shallot \u0026amp; Garlic Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together three outstanding kitchen garden favourites selected for their flavour, reliability and performance when planted in autumn. Carefully chosen to provide a rewarding harvest the following summer, this collection is ideal for gardeners who enjoy growing quality ingredients from garden to plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eWinteria Onion Sets\u003c\/strong\u003e – A robust overwintering variety developed from 'Radar', bred to thrive in UK growing conditions. Exceptionally hardy and reliable, it establishes quickly in autumn before producing uniform, globe-shaped onions with attractive golden skins, high yields and excellent storage potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eShallot Jermor Bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e – A renowned French longue type shallot from the southern Rhône Valley. Producing copper-skinned bulbs with crisp pink-tinged flesh, it is prized for its sweet, delicate flavour, making it equally popular in the kitchen and on the show bench. Stores exceptionally well after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eGarlic Provence Wight Bulbs (Softneck)\u003c\/strong\u003e – An easy-to-grow softneck variety capable of producing impressively large white bulbs filled with plump, juicy cloves. Selected from trusted specialist stock, it offers dependable performance, excellent culinary quality and strong storage characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sunny, well-drained position during autumn and allow the crops to establish through the cooler months. As temperatures rise in spring, vigorous growth develops, leading to productive harvests packed with flavour and freshness. Harvest onions and shallots once foliage naturally dies back and cure thoroughly before storing. Garlic can be lifted once the leaves begin to yellow, then dried carefully to maximise keeping quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as 1 pack of each variety.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DT Brown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659627352386,"sku":"47579","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/3751\/4818\/files\/Onion_2C_20Shallot_20and_20Garlic_20Collection.jpg?v=1780315717"},{"product_id":"gourmet-garlic-onion-and-shallot-collection","title":"Gourmet Garlic, Onion and Shallot Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGourmet Garlic, Onion and Shallot Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together three exceptional autumn planting varieties selected for gardeners who value outstanding flavour, reliable performance and premium home-grown ingredients. Carefully chosen to complement one another, this collection delivers a rewarding harvest of onions, shallots and garlic that will enhance your cooking from summer through to winter storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAkado Onion Sets\u003c\/strong\u003e – A mid-early overwintering variety bred as an improvement on 'Electric', selected for stronger roots, improved disease tolerance and dependable yields. Produces attractive red-skinned bulbs with a naturally sweet flavour, excellent storage qualities and reliable performance in UK growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eShallot Jermor Bulbs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Widely regarded as one of the finest shallots for flavour, this traditional French longue type produces copper-skinned bulbs with crisp pink-tinged flesh. Sweet, mild and versatile, it is highly valued for sauces, dressings, salads and a wide range of culinary uses, while also storing exceptionally well after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eGarlic Czechmate Bulbs (Hardneck)\u003c\/strong\u003e – An exclusive Moravian hardneck garlic developed and trialled for exceptional garden performance and bold flavour. Producing attractive purple-striped bulbs packed with large cloves, it offers a hot, spicy character that is ideal for Mediterranean and Asian-inspired dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in autumn in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. The onions, shallots and garlic establish quickly before winter, developing strong root systems ready for vigorous spring growth. Harvest garlic from June onwards and lift onions and shallots once foliage naturally dies back. 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Originally derived from the historic ‘Violet de Cadours’ from south-west France, it has been carefully re-selected and developed to perform reliably in UK growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt produces a fresh, zingy flavour that works beautifully across a wide range of recipes and can also be harvested early as a green garlic. It is recognised as the earliest of all purple garlics, with harvest possible from June when planted at the ideal time in October or November.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach year, bulbs are sourced in partnership with The Garlic Farm on the Isle of Wight, ensuring consistent quality from expert growers. Suitable for beds or containers, this variety is easy to grow and well adapted to UK gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll bulbs are certified disease and virus free, offering reassurance and dependable performance from planting through to harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGarlic Types\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardneck\u003c\/b\u003e types have a distinctive flavour and produce coiled flower stalks known as ‘scapes’ or ‘racamboles’. These are best removed to increase bulb size and are excellent chopped into salads and stir-fries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoftneck\u003c\/b\u003e garlics are the most commonly grown. 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It develops an attractive glazed purple skin, revealing a beautifully striped bulb packed with large, plump purple cloves arranged tightly around a central hardneck stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnown for its hot, spicy character, it delivers a noticeably stronger flavour than many UK garlic varieties, making it ideal for rich, full-flavoured cooking. It is particularly well suited to Asian and Mediterranean dishes where a deeper heat is desired. A vigorous grower with intermediate rust resistance, it performs reliably in UK gardens when planted in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach bulb is carefully sourced and trialled to ensure consistent quality, with all stock certified disease and virus free for complete peace of mind. Harvest is typically expected in June and July.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardneck Garlic\u003c\/b\u003e Generally more hardy than softneck varieties (they are the best choice for northern gardeners) and tend to be a bit larger but with fewer cloves per bulb. 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It is naturally found in parts of Western Europe, including coastal regions of Cornwall, and is also prized for its ornamental appeal, producing tall, mauve-coloured flower heads in late spring to early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flavour is warm, mild and slightly sweet, making it perfect for eating raw in salads, finely chopped into stews and casseroles, or roasted whole as a delicious side dish. It is particularly valued for its versatility in the kitchen and gentle flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach year, stock is carefully sourced in partnership with The Garlic Farm, ensuring top-quality planting material from expert growers. All cloves are certified disease and virus free, offering confidence and reliability in the garden. 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