PatternBaseHardneck Garlic
Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon, Amaryllidaceae
Zones
3a–8b
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
ProducerPest Confuser
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)
Water
Moderate
Soil pH
6 – 7
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Antagonistic Plants
Softneck GarlicAllium sativum var. sativum
Both garlic varieties compete for identical growing requirements and root space
Hubbard SquashCucurbita maxima HubbardHardneck garlic deters squash bugs and cucumber beetles through sulfur compounds and root exudates
MacadamiaMacadamia integrifoliaDense macadamia canopy creates too much shade for proper hardneck garlic bulb development
Uses
Functions
FoodMedicine
Edible Parts
RootsLeaves
Common Questions
What zones does Hardneck Garlic grow in?
Hardneck Garlic grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 8b.
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