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Inchelium Red

Garlic
Zone 3a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Inchelium Red
150d to harvest

Inchelium Red opens with a vivid, rosy-red blush that deepens as the bulbs mature—aromatic, savory, and richly complex in the cup of the hand. Expect softneck performance with supple, braidable cloves and a smooth, easy-to-handle texture that roasts beautifully for mellow sweetness and spreads with ease in sauces and spreads. Grow Inchelium Red for a dependable, long-season favorite that rewards patience with bold color and unmistakable garlic character.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 45°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

Plant cloves in fall (about 4–6 weeks before your ground freezes) for a bigger softneck bulb; mulch heavily to stabilize soil temperature.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Zone 3a has only 109 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 150-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.
MilestoneDate
Last FrostMay 15th
Growing ApproachProtected Environment Only

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity150
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitBulbing
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)55
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Inchelium Red in Zone 3a typically begins around Indoor Lights Only. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Inchelium Red.

Garden Alerts

Zone 3a has only 109 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 150-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Allium sativum (garlic), and how can I treat it?
Garlic commonly suffers from white rot (Sclerotium cepivorum), which causes stunted growth and white, cottony fungal growth at the base with the cloves eventually rotting. Remove and destroy infected plants, do not replant garlic or other alliums in that bed for several years, and avoid working in the soil when it’s wet to reduce spread. For prevention in new beds, start with clean, firm seed cloves and keep soil drainage excellent so the garlic base doesn’t stay saturated.
How often should I water Allium sativum during the main growing phase?
During bulbing (roughly mid-summer through about a month before harvest), keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings if rainfall is light. Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry slightly between waterings to prevent bulb-base rots. When leaves begin to yellow and droop and harvest approaches, reduce watering to help the bulbs cure and store better.
How do I tell when Inchelium Red garlic is ready to harvest?
Harvest when about 3–5 green leaves remain and the lower leaves have turned brown and toppled, usually near the 150-day mark. Dig carefully with a fork to avoid bruising bulbs, then check that the cloves are well-formed and the papery skin is tight around the bulb. If you can still easily separate underdeveloped cloves, wait a bit longer before lifting.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 45°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

Plant cloves in fall (about 4–6 weeks before your ground freezes) for a bigger softneck bulb; mulch heavily to stabilize soil temperature.

Botanical illustration of Inchelium Red

Inchelium Red opens with a vivid, rosy-red blush that deepens as the bulbs mature—aromatic, savory, and richly complex in the cup of the hand. Expect softneck performance with supple, braidable cloves and a smooth, easy-to-handle texture that roasts beautifully for mellow sweetness and spreads with ease in sauces and spreads. Grow Inchelium Red for a dependable, long-season favorite that rewards patience with bold color and unmistakable garlic character.