Chesnok Red (Shvelisi’)
Exceptionally beautiful, purple-striped, large garlic is a real looker! Chesnok Red originates from the village of Shvelisi’ in the Republic of Georgia. This variety is considered one of the best for baking and roasting by gourmet chefs worldwide and, when roasted, is cherished for its sweet flavor.
It is highly productive and capable of producing very large bulbs with 5-7 bulbs per pound and 8-12 medium/large cloves per bulb. These cloves become increasingly easier to peel as the bulbs age.
Seed Grade: Bulbs over 2 inches
Shelf Life: Up to six months from harvest, use by the end of December.
Preferred Climate: Grows best in cooler northern climates.
Yield: 50-60 cloves per pound