Garlic (Allium sativum)
Garlic (Allium sativum) is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its pungent cloves are widely used for culinary flavor and traditional medicinal purposes.
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Sunlight
Full Sun
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Loamy, Well-drained
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
Moderate
Care Requirements
Full Sun
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist, reducing as foliage yellows.
Loamy, Well-drained
Moderate
Tolerates a range from cool to warm; ideal growing temps are 13-24°C.
Moderate
Amend soil before planting and feed during growth.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.3-1.0 m
Spread
0.1-0.2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
65000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusAllium
- speciesAllium sativum
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
Yes
Bulbs and leaves are toxic to pets, causing gastrointestinal upset and anemia.