Vampires Beware

Ok, sorry, I know that’s a cheesy title.

We recently harvested our garlic.  Last year, we hung it in the barn to cure, but it seemed a bit too cool.  This year, it’s in the garage, which stays more warm and dry - so when we open the door, we are greeted by the strong, delicious aroma of a favorite crop!  We have had great success with the variety called California Early White.  In our compost-amended, sandy loam soil, the bulbs have grown large and healthy.  We are especially vigilant to gophers around (or in!) the garlic bed, and trap at the first sign of burrowing activity.  It’s hard to believe that it will soon be time to plant next year’s crop!

Peaceful Valley recently welcomed the lastest “class” of Freshman Farmers - welcome, and we’re looking forward to hearing all about your farms!

- Angela

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