When is fresh garlic available?
Our fresh garlic season normally runs from late December to April or until stock runs out. You can purchase fresh garlic via our online store, or come see us at our local farmer's market. Please contact us if you would like to pre-order your fresh garlic, or subscribe to our email list so you can know as soon as it becomes available!
Is your garlic Certified Organic?
Our garlic is not Certified Organic but it is completely free from harmful chemicals, pesticides and herbicides, and we use organic principles in our farming. There are no nasty sprays, bleaches or treatments used on our garlic to increase shelf life or prevent sprouting. It's all natural, just the way it was meant to be!
I live locally, do you offer farm pick-up?
If you are local, there are two ways you can save on postage:
1. Local Pickup - you can collect your order from us in Gormandale at the Gormandale Mechanics Hall, simply add the item 'LOCAL PICKUP' to your order and we will be in contact to confirm a day and time that works for you!
2. Farmer's Markets - check out our monthly market schedule on our home page so see where you can catch us! Although we try our best to keep this updated and accurate, it may be subject to change. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
1. Local Pickup - you can collect your order from us in Gormandale at the Gormandale Mechanics Hall, simply add the item 'LOCAL PICKUP' to your order and we will be in contact to confirm a day and time that works for you!
2. Farmer's Markets - check out our monthly market schedule on our home page so see where you can catch us! Although we try our best to keep this updated and accurate, it may be subject to change. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions!
How should garlic be stored?
Fresh garlic should be stored in a dry, cool, dark place with good ventilation. A cotton or hessian bag, or a ceramic pot that contains holes for air flow, are all good options. Avoid storing in the fridge, or in plastic bags and containers which are sealed, as this may cause the garlic to sweat and grow mold. Depending on the garlic variety, correctly stored garlic should last between 4 - 12+ months.
What do I do if my garlic begins to sprout?
Garlic will naturally begin to sprout when it is ready to be planted, or when environmental factors such as temperature or high humidity trigger the sprouting prematurely. While sprouted garlic is still fine to eat, the sprouts themselves are quite bitter so be sure to remove them before cooking your garlic. If you notice your fresh garlic beginning to sprout, don't worry! You have a few options to make your garlic last longer, and here are some of them:
1. Freeze it! The easiest and quickest way is to freeze your garlic whole, in cloves, or peeled. This option preserves flavour very well, and will prevent any further sprouting. Simply pull out the cloves as needed and allow them to sit a few minutes to thaw slightly before mincing or finely grating for your dish! The texture will change slightly, but the flavour should be just as good!
2. Mince it! There are plenty of good recipes online for making homemade minced garlic, which you can then freeze or jar to use when needed!
3. Plant it! If it's the right time of year and your garlic is telling you it's ready to grow, find some soil and pop it in!
None of our garlic has been treated with anything to prevent sprouting, so it can all be planted! However, for best results it is recommended to use seed garlic which has been specifically selected for replanting purposes and may produce a better yield than culinary garlic.
1. Freeze it! The easiest and quickest way is to freeze your garlic whole, in cloves, or peeled. This option preserves flavour very well, and will prevent any further sprouting. Simply pull out the cloves as needed and allow them to sit a few minutes to thaw slightly before mincing or finely grating for your dish! The texture will change slightly, but the flavour should be just as good!
2. Mince it! There are plenty of good recipes online for making homemade minced garlic, which you can then freeze or jar to use when needed!
3. Plant it! If it's the right time of year and your garlic is telling you it's ready to grow, find some soil and pop it in!
None of our garlic has been treated with anything to prevent sprouting, so it can all be planted! However, for best results it is recommended to use seed garlic which has been specifically selected for replanting purposes and may produce a better yield than culinary garlic.
Do you sell Seed Garlic?
Yes, we have Seed Garlic available for purchase towards the middle of the season (around February), subject to availability. It is recommended that you pre-order your Seed Garlic. Please email us at info@puregarlic.com.au or message us via our contact page for more information.
