Purple Glazer, Hardneck, Seed Garlic

Pricing is per pound of seed garlic.

Purple Glazer – Hardneck Seed Garlic
Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon

Purple Glazer is a stunning glazed purple stripe garlic known for its vibrant coloration, smooth, sweet flavor, and excellent consistency in the garden. This hardneck variety is ideal for roasting and fresh eating, with mild heat and a rich, earthy depth. Originally from the Republic of Georgia, Purple Glazer has become a favorite among gourmet chefs and market growers for its beauty and reliable performance in colder climates.

Key Characteristics

• Sweet, Mild Flavor – Excellent for Roasting
  Purple Glazer offers a complex, nutty flavor with minimal heat—making it a top choice for roasting whole bulbs or adding subtle garlic notes to dishes. It’s ideal for garlic butter, dips, and mellow sauces where a gentler touch is needed.
• Eye-Catching Purple Clove Skins
  One of the most visually beautiful garlics, this variety has deep purple, satiny wrappers with silver striping and boldly colored clove skins. It’s a showstopper in garlic braids and at market stands.
• Cold Hardy & Garden Consistent
  As a true hardneck, Purple Glazer thrives in northern zones, tolerating winter chill and producing uniform bulbs. It prefers well-drained soils and benefits from heavy fall mulching. This variety yields well even in low-input, organic systems.
• Medium Storage Life
  Stores for approximately 5–6 months when properly cured—long enough to carry you through winter, but best used by early spring. The clove wrappers are thick and protective, helping maintain quality in storage.
• Scapes for Early-Season Harvest
  Produces curled garlic scapes in late spring, which are excellent for culinary use and should be removed to encourage larger bulb development. The scapes can be grilled, pickled, or made into pesto.

Product Details

• Native Range: Cultivated, heirloom from the Republic of Georgia
• Plant Life Cycle: Perennial (grown as annual)
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Medium, well-drained
• Mature Height: 18–24 inches
• Bloom Time: Scapes appear late May–early June; blooms follow in late June–early July if allowed to flower
• Bloom Color: White to light purple
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

Plant cloves in fall, 2–3 inches deep and 5–6 inches apart. Purple Glazer rewards with gourmet-quality bulbs, scapes for early use, and garden beauty that stands out. A great choice for home gardeners, permaculturists, and garlic lovers who want flavor and form in one.