Garlic

Allium sativum Marco

• Position: full sun
• Soil: any soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Garlic is very easy to grow in the garden. Plant in March in any soil in a sunny spot and the cloves will be ready for harvesting in August.
  
  
• Garden care: Plant from March in soil that hasn't been freshly manured. Space the cloves 18cm (7in) apart or 10cm (4in) apart in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Uproot as soon as the leaves start to fade and dry the bulbs before use.