This removes any latent diseases and can dramatically increase yields. Growers in Georgia should, when possible, purchase cloves from a reputable source that attempts to minimize latent disease problems through these techniques. Several different varieties of soft neck garlic are available. California Early is a common type of softneck garlic that has done well in trials in Georgia. No named varieties of elephant garlic exist at this time.
Most growers handle their own seed stocks.
Cloves should be planted with the growing point just below the soil surface. This means the base will be from 1 to 2 inches below the surface. Leek seed should be planted approximately 0.25 to 0.5 inch deep, and transplants should be planted at the same depth they were growing in the greenhouse. Although winter crops generally have reduced insect pressure compared with crops produced during the spring, summer or fall, garlic and leek should be scouted regularly for potential insect problems. Early spring is the most likely time to encounter insect pests in winter vegetables.