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- Multiple cloves of varying sizes in each bulb
- Larger cloves on the outer layers and smaller ones inside
- A soft stem that allows the bulbs to be braided
- Excellent durability and long shelf life
Because it is easier to grow and store, white garlic is widely produced for commercial markets and is available almost everywhere.
Purple Garlic (Hardneck Garlic)
Purple garlic, often recognized by the purple streaks on its papery skin, belongs to the hardneck garlic category. Unlike softneck varieties, hardneck garlic grows with a stiff, woody stalk running through the center of the bulb.
Its features include:
- Fewer but larger and more uniform cloves
- A rigid central stem
- Striking purple-tinted outer skin
Purple garlic is often sold in farmers’ markets and specialty food stores, and it’s popular among chefs and home cooks looking for distinctive flavor.