Allium sativum ‘Spanish Roja’

Allium sativum 'Spanish Roja' is a superb, heirloom hardneck Rocambole garlic that is hundreds of years old. It has a deep, rich, complex flavour.

Allium sativum ‘Spanish Roja’ is a superb, heirloom hardneck Rocambole garlic that is hundreds of years old. It has a deep, rich, complex flavour that is often thought of as true garlic taste. Bulbs tolerate winter moisture and cold climates better than other cultivars. Plant in fall and harvest in mid to late summer.

Common Name:  Garlic - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]

Family:  Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)

Zone Hardiness:  2-9

Light:  Part Sun Full Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  under 4"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Pink

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Bloom Time:  Summer

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  No

Berries:  

Benefits:  Bees Butterflies

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Long-cultivated and no longer known in the wild.

Award:  AGM

Geographical Origin: