| Bai Pi Suan Garlic |
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Allium sativum ophioscordon 'Bai Pi Suan'
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| Uses: Culinary/Medicinal |
Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 3-8) |
| When to Sow: Late Summer/Early Fall |
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Said to be from Xinjiang, the restive Muslim region of western China, otherwise known as Chinese Turkestan. It is a marbled purple stripe variety with excellent rich flavour and medium heat. Matures late season. Each bulb has 4-6 plump cloves. Bulbs can get up to as 70g (2.5oz) each.
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