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to preserve them for a longer period of time. Set 3 bulbs out next to one another with the stems overlapping. Wrap the stems around one another by crisscrossing the stems 2-3 times before tying the stems in place with string. Add 2-3 bulbs above your original bulbs and layer the stalks around one another by wrapping the stems and tying them in place. Repeat this process until you've braided 8-12 bulbs. Tie the remaining stalks together to keep the braid secure. Trim any stems that are sticking out of your braid line using scissors or shears. Hardneck garlic will shatter or break if you try to braid it if you didn't wrap the stems in a damp towel while you were drying it. Once you've secured your braid, use the last stem at the top to tie the braid up. You can store the braid in your kitchen on a hook or cabinet fixture, or use a clothing line to string it up in the air. Braided garlic will typically stay fresh for 6-12 months after hanging. If you don't want to hang your garlic, trim the stems off of your bulbs using shears or scissors. Then, place your individual bulbs inside of a mesh bag or set them out in a bowl on your counter. Garlic will typically last 4-6 months if stored in the open. If possible, store your garlic in an area where the temperature is typically 6065F (1618C). Keep the garlic out of direct light if you can. If you dried your garlic in a dehydrator, set the slices inside of an airtight food storage container. Close the container and press down along the edges of the lid to ensure that the container is completely closed. Leave your container out on your counter and store the garlic at room temperature for 2-3 months. If possible, store the garlic in an area of your home that does not get hotter than 6065F (1618C). Wrap a dark towel around the package to keep the garlic out of direct light.
Braid your bulbs Hang your braid from a clothing line or hook in your kitchen for 6-12 months. Store stemless bulbs at room temperature for 4-6 months. Keep sliced garlic in an airtight container for 2-3 months.