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by Diane - July 23rd, 2012.
Filed under: Thompson and Morgan.

Garlic ‘Albigensian Wight’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 large bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Softneck garlic.A new introduction originating from South West France, performing well in trials from both Autumn and Spring planting. From Autumn planting Garlic ‘Albingensian Wight’ bulbs have excellent keeping qualities and store well into the New Year. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Bella Italiano’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 bulbs
 £5.99
Autumn planting. Good-looking Italian hardneck garlic variety from the mountainous area near L’Aquila, to the north east of Rome. The mild-looking pink cloves actually deliver a hard-hitting and deliciously aromatic flavour. Bulbs also store extremely well.

Garlic ‘Carcassonne Wight’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 bulbs
 £5.99
Autumn planting. Originating in the South of France and yet possibly the most successful hardneck garlic variety for overwintering in the UK, Carcassonne Wight shows good vigour and skin cover. Cloves are pink, similar to Lautrec, but are possibly of a superior bouquet and character.

Garlic ‘Chesnok Red’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 large bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Hardneck garlic.A Middle Eastern hardneck variety from Shvelisi in Georgia with attractive purple striping and a lovely, full-bodied flavour. Garlic ‘Chesnook Red’ makes a lovely choice for baking as it has a lovely creamy texture. Great for garlic making bread! Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Early Purple Wight’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 large bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Softneck garlic.Garlic ‘Early Purple Wight’ is ready to harvest from May. This RHS AGM variety should be used soon after harvest as it does not store over a long period. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Edenrose’ (Autumn Planting) – 3 bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Hardneck garlic.Garlic ‘Edenrose’ produces excellent quality bulbs with attractive pink cloves, the colour showing when the outer white skins are peeled back. This outstanding hardneck garlic is renowned throughout France for its superior, delicate flavour. Height: 60cm (24″). Spread: 15cm (6″).

Garlic ‘Germidour’ (Autumn Planting) – 3 bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Softneck garlic.Well-known and reliable, Garlic ‘Germidore’ comes from French production that is well adapted to British conditions. This softneck variety produces large, white bulbs with a mild but still rich flavour. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Iberian Wight’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 large bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Softneck garlic.Maturing a fortnight earlier than Garlic ‘Albingensian’ this softneck variety from the Cordoba region of Spain, produces large flat, white-skinned bulbs which grow almost on the soil surface. Garlic ‘Iberian Wight’ has good storage potential. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Lautrec Wight’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 large bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Hardneck garlic.A classic ‘hardneck’ variety named for its place of origin in South West France. Garlic ‘Lautrec Wight’ is widely regarded as France’s finest garlic producing very pretty bulbs with white outer skins and deep pink cloves. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Messidrome’ (Autumn Planting) – 3 bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Softneck garlic.Garlic ‘Messidrome’ comes from French production, producing large white bulbs with excellent flavour for all culinary uses. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).

Garlic ‘Solent Wight’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 bulbs
 £5.99
Autumn planting. Known for its exceptional flavour and bouquet which it retains during cooking, this increasingly popular and reliable softneck variety is one of the best for its overall eating and keeping qualities. Used for both autumn and spring planting.

Garlic ‘Wight Cristo’ (Autumn Planting) – 2 large bulbs
 £4.49
Autumn planting. Softneck.From English production, Garlic ‘Wight Cristo’ produces pure white bulbs with an elegant bouquet that is ideal for a wide range of dishes. This softneck garlic is available for Autumn or Spring planting and has good storage potential. Height: 60cm (24”). Spread: 15cm (6”).