Red Toch

Garlic

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🌱 150d to harvest Bulbing

Aromas of warm, sweet garlic rise from Red Toch bulbs as soon as they’re lifted—bold yet mellow, with a rich, lingering depth tha…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jun 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 15th
Harvest Begins	Nov 12th
Harvest Ends	Jul 15th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	150
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bulbing
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	50
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common garlic (Allium sativum) problem from pests or disease, and how do I fix it?

Garlic commonly suffers from purple blotch (Alternaria porri) which shows as elongated purple streaks on leaves and can reduce bulb size by late season. Remove and destroy infected leaves, keep plants spaced for airflow, and avoid overhead watering so foliage stays dry. If it’s recurring, use a labeled fungicide for garlic/purple blotch and apply at the first signs, following the label exactly.

How often should I water garlic during its main growing phase?

During active growth (roughly spring through bulb swelling), keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—about 1 inch of water per week total from rain plus irrigation. Water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil dries, and stop watering or cut back sharply when leaves start to yellow near maturity to prevent rotting and split bulbs. Mulch can help stabilize moisture, but don’t let the bed stay constantly wet.

How can I tell when garlic (Allium sativum) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when about 50–60% of the leaves have turned yellow and fallen over, while the rest are still green; this is often around the 150-day mark for your crop. Lift a bulb and check for tight bulb wrappers and cloves that are fully formed—loose, watery wrappers mean it’s not ready yet. Cure immediately by keeping bulbs in a warm, airy, shaded spot for 2–3 weeks before storage.

Aromas of warm, sweet garlic rise from Red Toch bulbs as soon as they’re lifted—bold yet mellow, with a rich, lingering depth that turns savory dishes into something truly fragrant. Expect softneck performance with dependable, easy-braiding bulbs and a smooth, papery skin that peels back to reveal creamy cloves with a gentle bite. Grow Red Toch for long-season satisfaction and a pantry-ready harvest that shines in roasted applications and robust sauces, as well as for pickling when you want bright, tangy flavor.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

Plant garlic cloves in fall (about 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes) so they vernalize over winter; mulch heavily in cold zones.