Garlic has long been cultivated and there are records of it being grown back in Egyptian times where it was consumed in large quantities. It was used in medicinal remedies for all sorts of ailments and eaten to give health and vigour.
Fast forward to the 21st century; it is now a popular crop in many UK gardens where it is grown as a staple in the kitchen. The introduction of many new varieties over recent years that are suitable for the UK climate has made garlic much easier to grow in a garden situation. It’s now perfectly possible to grow your own, top quality
