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Softneck Garlic

Allium sativum var. sativum, Amaryllidaceae

Zones
5a–10b
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.

Companion Plants

Brown Turkey FigFicus carica
Pest Deterrent
Black Mission FigFicus carica
Pest Deterrent
Kadota FigFicus carica
Pest Deterrent
FigFicus carica
Pest Deterrent
PomegranatePunica granatum
Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Hardneck GarlicAllium sativum var. ophioscorodon

Both garlic varieties compete for identical growing requirements and root space

Bush BeanPhaseolus vulgaris Bush

Softneck garlic deters bean aphids and Mexican bean beetles through sulfur compounds and root exudates

Uses

Functions

FoodMedicine

Edible Parts

Roots

Common Questions

What zones does Softneck Garlic grow in?

Softneck Garlic grows in USDA hardiness zones 5a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Softneck Garlic?

Good companions for Softneck Garlic include Brown Turkey Fig, Black Mission Fig, Kadota Fig, Fig, Pomegranate.

Design guilds with Softneck Garlic and see companion relationships visually.

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