Collection: Seed Garlic

Plant seed garlic for richly flavored bulbs that reflect the variety you choose, from bold, cold-hardy hardnecks to dependable softnecks prized for storage. Our seasonal selection includes organic and conventionally grown planting stock, colorful culinary varieties, and mild elephant garlic for gardeners in a wide range of climates.

Choose the Right Seed Garlic

• Hardneck garlic: known for complex flavor, large easy-to-peel cloves, and edible scapes. Most hardnecks perform best where winter provides dependable cold.
• Softneck garlic: well suited to many milder-winter regions, with flexible stems for braiding and excellent storage potential.
• Elephant garlic: a leek relative that forms exceptionally large cloves with a mild garlic-onion flavor.
• Organic garlic: browse certified organic options across several garlic types and flavor profiles.

Planting Seed Garlic

Garlic is generally planted in fall so roots can establish before winter and bulbs can develop for a late-spring or summer harvest. Separate bulbs shortly before planting, then set each clove pointed end up in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun. Climate, variety, weather, and local conditions affect planting and harvest timing.

Compare varieties by growing zone, neck type, flavor, and harvest period with our Garlic Selector Tool. For detailed instructions on planting, seasonal care, harvesting, curing, and storage, explore the Garlic Resource Center.

Start with Quality Planting Stock

Purpose-grown seed garlic gives gardeners known varieties selected for planting rather than grocery-store bulbs that may have been treated to inhibit sprouting. Because popular varieties are seasonal and quantities are limited, ordering early provides the broadest selection. Review our Limited Seed Garlic Guarantee for coverage and claim details.