{"product_id":"california-early-white-garlic-lb-1","title":"California Early White Garlic (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Early White seed garlic\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the foundational Artichoke softnecks selected for California and Pacific Northwest commercial production. Over time, growers and processors maintained several Early strains for fresh markets and dehydration. This early-maturing planting stock gives home gardeners familiar white bulbs, layered cloves, flexible stems, and a medium garlic flavor, with Organic and Conventional options.\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\u003eCalifornia Early White is a friendly, no-fuss choice for gardeners who want familiar garlic without waiting for the latest harvest. Its layered bulbs provide large outer cloves for roasting and smaller cloves for everyday seasoning, and the soft stems can be braided once cured. Lifting it in early summer can open valuable bed space for beans, squash, or another warm-season crop. It is a practical first garlic and a useful anchor for any planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flavor is medium and familiar, with enough bite for salsa or dressing but a gentle cooked profile for soups, sauces, roasted vegetables, and everyday sautés. Larger cloves are convenient for roasting or slicing, while small inner cloves can season stocks, marinades, and pickles. Because this is a versatile culinary type, it is a sensible choice for gardeners who want one garlic to handle many kitchen tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen growing California Early White, set the cloves in a sunny fall bed and let the cool season establish the roots needed for spring bulbing. Keep the soil loose, fertile, and evenly moist as growth accelerates. This softneck usually skips scape production, so focus on clean cultivation and watch the tops for harvest timing. Begin checking bulbs in early summer, then cure them in shade and save the pliable stems for 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, familiar, and versatile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBulbs \u0026amp; Cloves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 12–16 cloves per bulb; bulb size and count vary with growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic off-white to tan bulb 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 Early summer; timing varies by climate and planting date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones \u0026amp; Climate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zones 5–9; a classic California commercial softneck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cure fully before braiding or storing in a cool, dry place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e An early strain from the California garlic industry’s defining softneck tradition\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.com\/pages\/garlic-resource-center\"\u003eGarlic Resource Center\u003c\/a\u003e, use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/pages\/garlic-selector\"\u003eGarlic Selector\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/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":"Conventional","offer_id":51760699310264,"sku":"FP111","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Organic","offer_id":51760699277496,"sku":"FPO140","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/FP556_California_Early_White_garlic_2.jpg?v=1775250814","url":"https:\/\/seedtime.us\/products\/california-early-white-garlic-lb-1","provider":"Seedtime Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}