{"product_id":"organic-kingsland-garlic","title":"Organic Kingsland Garlic (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Kingsland seed garlic\u003c\/strong\u003e is a newer Artichoke softneck selection in Grow Organic’s 2026 assortment. Unlike well-traveled heirlooms with a documented collecting story, its earlier public provenance is limited, so its value rests on the traits gardeners can evaluate directly. Kingsland offers layered cloves, flexible stems, medium garlic flavor, and unusually broad Zone 2–10 guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMix \u0026amp; match savings.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is eligible for the Garlic Mix \u0026amp; Match discount. Combine eligible seed garlic and shallots to save 10% at 3 pounds, 15% at 10 pounds, or 20% at 30 pounds. The discount is applied automatically in the cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKingsland invites growers to try a newer softneck and decide how it performs in their own garden. The plants keep a tidy, scape-free habit, and the bulbs offer a useful mix of larger outer cloves and smaller seasoning cloves. Flexible stems can be braided after curing, turning the harvest into practical pantry storage. With broad zone guidance and familiar medium flavor, it is an approachable experiment for raised beds, kitchen gardens, and side-by-side softneck trials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe medium flavor suits everyday cooking: enough garlic presence for sauces, roasted vegetables, soups, beans, marinades, and compound butter without dominating more delicate ingredients. Use the larger outer cloves for roasting or slicing and reserve smaller inner cloves for dressings, stocks, and sautés. As with all garlic, raw cloves taste sharper, while steady cooking rounds the aroma and brings out savory sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen growing Kingsland, plant a clearly labeled fall row in full sun and take a few notes as the season progresses—this newer selection is worth evaluating under your conditions. Give the cloves fertile, freely draining soil and consistent moisture during spring leaf growth. As the tops soften and yellow around mid-summer, reduce water and check bulb development. Cure the crop under cover, leaving the flexible stems attached if you want to test it in a braid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artichoke softneck garlic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, balanced, and versatile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulbs \u0026amp; Cloves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 10–15 cloves per bulb; bulb size and count vary with growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic softneck bulbs with smooth pale wrappers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-summer; timing varies by climate and planting date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones \u0026amp; Climate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 2–10; softneck performance varies with local winter and day length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cure fully; softneck types generally offer useful pantry storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e A newer 2026 Artichoke selection for gardeners who enjoy testing adaptable softnecks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompare Garlic Varieties\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor planting and variety guidance, visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/pages\/garlic-resource-center\"\u003eGarlic Resource Center\u003c\/a\u003e, use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/pages\/garlic-selector\"\u003eGarlic Selector\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/collections\/seed-garlic-and-shallots\"\u003eSeed Garlic \u0026amp; Shallots\u003c\/a\u003e. For a side-by-side look at flavor, type, harvest timing, and more, open the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Fall_2026_Garlic_Varieties_Summary.pdf?v=1786990480\"\u003edownloadable Fall 2026 Garlic Varieties Summary (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41874694144113,"sku":"FPO154","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FP594_Org_Kingsland_Garlic_1.jpg?v=1766096531","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/organic-kingsland-garlic","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}