Item Number: FP123
Conventional Jachlo Garlic (lb)
Bold Flavor, Beautiful Purple Bulbs
Conventional Jachlo Garlic is a vibrant Purple Stripe hardneck variety valued for its colorful bulb wrappers, dependable garden performance, and bold, well-balanced flavor. Each bulb typically contains approximately 8-14 cloves that develop into attractive, high-quality bulbs well suited for home gardens and culinary use. This variety delivers a lively initial heat that mellows into a smooth, lingering finish, making it an excellent choice for salsas, marinades, dressings, soups, roasted vegetables, and other recipes where garlic adds bold flavor. When crushed or chopped, it releases a robust garlic aroma with spicy, earthy undertones that become deeper and more savory during cooking.
This hardneck garlic performs best when planted in fall for a summer harvest and thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture during active growth. Jachlo Garlic grows especially well in regions with dependable winter chill, where it develops vigorous plants and colorful, well-formed bulbs. Like other hardneck varieties, it also produces edible garlic scapes in late spring or early summer that can be harvested for an additional flavorful crop while encouraging larger bulb development.
Conventional Jachlo Garlic is an excellent choice for gardeners and home cooks seeking a flavorful specialty garlic with attractive appearance and dependable yields. Its bold flavor profile, colorful Purple Stripe wrappers, and versatile culinary uses make it a standout addition to any garlic planting. Explore additional varieties in our Hardneck Seed Garlic Collection and browse helpful planting supplies in our Fertilizer & Growing Supplies Collection.
- Purple Stripe hardneck garlic with approximately 8-14 cloves per bulb.
- Colorful bulbs with attractive purple-striped wrappers.
- Bold garlic flavor with lively heat and a smooth finish.
- Robust garlic aroma with spicy, earthy undertones.
- Produces edible garlic scapes during the growing season.
- Best planted in fall for a summer harvest.
- Thrives in regions with dependable winter chill.
Flavor and Aroma Profile
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Flavor Profile: Jachlo Garlic delivers a lively initial heat that gradually develops into a smooth, lingering finish. Its bold yet balanced flavor makes it especially well suited for fresh salsas, marinades, dressings, soups, and roasted dishes where garlic plays a prominent role.
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Aroma Profile: When crushed or chopped, Jachlo Garlic releases a robust garlic aroma with spicy, earthy undertones. As it cooks, the aroma deepens and becomes more savory, adding richness and complexity to a wide variety of recipes.
Planting Time
This hardneck garlic is typically planted in fall for a summer harvest. Planting before winter allows cloves to establish healthy roots before dormancy, supporting vigorous spring growth and the development of large, flavorful bulbs.
Storage and Preservation
How to Store Fresh Garlic
After harvest, cure bulbs completely in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated location until the wrappers and stems have dried thoroughly. Proper curing helps preserve bulb quality, flavor, and storage life.
Preserving Garlic for Long-Term Use
Jachlo Garlic stores well when properly cured and maintained in a cool, dry location with good airflow. While hardneck garlic generally has a shorter storage life than softneck varieties, Jachlo is prized for its bold flavor, attractive Purple Stripe bulbs, and excellent culinary versatility.
For more information, see our Garlic Resource Center and try out our Garlic Selector Tool to find the perfect garlic for your growing zone and tastes. Or check out all of our Garlic Learning Blogs where our staff have selected dozens of articles, videos, recipes and tips to help you learn how to successfully grow garlic bulbs.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 1.1 lb
Features
Features
- Bulb
- Cold Hardy
- Flavor Pick
- Hardneck
- Spicy Flavor
- Suited to Cold Climates
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee
Limited Seed Garlic Guarantee (When Planted by November 15th)
Claim Deadline is 45 Days from Purchase or Delivery. (Claims placed after December 31st will be denied.)
What We Guarantee
Our only guarantee is that the seed garlic we sell will germinate, provided you follow the steps listed in our Garlic Planting & Growing Guide. This guarantee is only available to customers who purchase their seed garlic directly from us.
What We Cannot Guarantee
We cannot guarantee that your garlic will remain alive & healthy, or sizes up properly, as there are too many variables beyond our control to be able to do so (i.e. soil preparation, fertilization, weed and pest control, temperature control, irrigation, etc).
How to Request a Credit
If you encounter a significant lack of germination of your garlic (over 50%), please contact us within 45 days of delivery. If we determine that your garlic had a significant lack of germination, we will issue you a credit (not a refund) for the purchase price of your garlic (excluding shipping).* This 45-day time frame is meant to allow you up to 2 weeks to plant your garlic, and up to 4 weeks to check for signs of growth.
(*) We reserve the right to not issue credit for items already replaced. We also reserve the right to require photographic evidence of the lack of germination of your garlic.
