German White garlic
Allium sativum 'German White'
USDA zones2 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size18 to 24 inches tall
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic
Garden uses
Notes
'German White' garlic (Allium sativum 'German White') is a bulb grown for roasting, cooking, and long storage. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. Each bulb holds 4 to 6 cloves that peel easily and have a strong, balanced garlic flavor. Plant it in fall and harvest in mid to late summer.
Pairs well with Chinese mustard, Zucchini, and Double Zahara Fire zinnia.