Product information
Bulb
identification
identification
Common nameMusic garlic
Latin nameAllium sativum var. ophioscorodon ‘Music’
FamilyAmaryllidaceae
CycleAnnual
Bulb typeBulb
Quantity per pack3 bulbs
Product
description
description
Music Garlic (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon ‘Music’) is a Canadian hardneck Porcelain garlic variety known for its large, pearly white bulbs wrapped in firm skins. Each bulb generally contains four to six large, plump, uniform cloves that are easy to peel. Their rich, mild, and slightly pungent flavour remains well balanced, making this garlic highly versatile in the kitchen. Its upright, blue-green foliage reaches 50 to 70 cm in height before turning yellow at maturity. Extremely hardy to Zone 2, it is perfectly suited to Quebec’s cold climate and produces abundant harvests.
Plant the cloves in fall with the pointed end facing upward, approximately 5 cm deep, spacing them 10 to 15 cm apart and leaving 30 cm between rows. Choose a location in full sun with loose, fertile, organically rich, and perfectly drained soil. An application of well-aged compost before planting encourages the development of large bulbs, while excessive nitrogen mainly promotes foliage growth. Water lightly after planting, then moderately during active growth. Gradually reduce watering before harvest and remove the flower scapes to encourage larger bulbs.
Music garlic is ideal for family vegetable gardens, food gardens, edible flower beds, and large, well-drained containers. It grows well alongside carrots, tomatoes, beets, lettuce, and strawberries while helping deter certain pests. Its young flower scapes are edible and delicious sautéed, grilled, or made into pesto. The cloves add excellent flavour to stews, sauces, dressings, marinades, roasted vegetables, and lacto-fermented recipes without overpowering other flavours. Harvest when approximately half of the foliage has turned yellow, then cure the bulbs in a dry, shaded, and well-ventilated location.
Main
benefit
benefit
Garden
placement
placement
Where to plant
Perfect for vegetable gardens, food gardens, and edible flower beds. It produces an abundant harvest of large bulbs that are easy to store and cook with. The flower scapes can also be harvested for their delicate flavour. This Canadian variety is particularly well adapted to Quebec’s cold climate.
Care level
Easy
Planting
and care
and care
ExposureFull sun
Planting periodFall
Planting depth5 cm (2 in)
Rooting temperature10 to 15°C (50 to 59°F)
Hardiness zoneZone 2
WateringWater moderately during active growth, then gradually reduce watering before harvest. Avoid keeping the soil constantly wet.
Soil typeLoose, fertile, organically rich, and perfectly drained soil. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils.
Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral
FertilizationAdd well-aged compost before planting. Avoid excessive nitrogen to encourage bulb development rather than excessive foliage growth.
Container
growing
growing
Seasonal
care
care
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
harvest
and garden
Bloom periodFlowering is secondary because the plant is grown for its bulbs. The flower scapes are generally removed to encourage larger heads.
Flower colorWhite
HarvestJuly to August
Companion plantsCarrots, tomatoes, beets, lettuce, and strawberries make excellent companion plants. Garlic can also help repel certain vegetable garden pests.
Plants to avoidThe main problems are bulb rot in poorly drained soil, onion flies, and certain fungal diseases. Proper crop rotation helps reduce these risks.
Wildlife appealPollinators
Size
and growth
and growth
Height50 to 70 cm (20 to 28 in)
Spread10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in)
Growth rateFast
Rooting / establishment14 to 28 days
Frequently asked questions
The availability of our bulbs, cloves, tubers, rhizomes, seeds and plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may only be available for a limited time, depending on their natural cycle, planting period or available stock. These product pages are designed to guide and inspire your plant choices for the garden, vegetable garden, landscaping, container growing or sustainable outdoor projects.
