Artichoke Sicilian Garlic
Allium sativum 'Artichoke Sicilian'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Artichoke Sicilian Garlic highlights at a glance!
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones
The softneck Artichoke Sicilian Garlic (Allium sativum 'Artichoke Sicilian') variety is a favorite for large-sized cloves and good storage! With many cloves and an exceptional fresh and cooked flavor. Hailing from Sicily, these cloves are mild, spicy flavor, and versatile in a wide range of cuisines!
With generous cloves from pearly white to purple streaked, and with a high clove count and extended storage life, Sicilian Artichoke Garlic is a staple in any garlic lover's kitchen! Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9 and can grow up to 2 feet tall.
Planting & Application:
Artichoke Garlic is great raw, cooked, fresh, or sauteed with a fantastic mild flavor! You can use the flavorful scapes and even grow 'Green Garlic' that is spring planted and used more like green onions which are very versatile and excellent in cooking as well!
When planting Artichoke Sicilian Garlic, divide the dormant bulbs into separate cloves (called bulbils) and plant individually with a small portion of the bulb poking above the soil, root side down. Space cloves 2 to 4 inches apart in rows 6 inches apart. Harvest once the tops have begun to brown and store them in a braid or a cool, dry place with plenty of air circulation.
- Purple to Pearly Skinned
- Mild Spicy Versatile Flavor
- Many Cloves Per Head
- Not Overpowering Mild Flavor
- Softnect Garlic & Great Storing Variety
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Easy to grow Artichoke Sicilian Garlic should be planted in a full sun location in rich, well-drained soil. Provide moderate to low moisture as needed throughout the growing season. In most cooler climates, Softneck Garlic can be planted in the fall and harvested in early summer when the tops turn yellow. However, in warmer climates Garlic can be planted in the early spring.
- Full Sun
- Very Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture
- Harvest When Tops Are Dry
- Easy To Grow & Great For Beginners
A Mediterranean favorite, the Artichoke Sicilian Garlic will be yours too! Hurry and get growing your own softneck Garlic today! Hurry and reserve yours and Nature Hills will ship your quality bulbs at the proper planting time for your growing zone!
