{"title":"Spring Planting Onions, Shallots \u0026 Garlic","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpring planting onions, shallots, and garlic are a fantastic way to grow your own flavour-packed ingredients for summer and autumn harvests. These easy-to-grow crops thrive in well-drained soil and sunny spots, producing reliable yields with minimal effort – with just a little care, you’ll be enjoying fresh onions, richly flavoured shallots, and aromatic garlic in no time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant from early spring for your crops to establish strong roots before the warmer months. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, and enjoy watching your crops develop. Harvesting at the right time gives you the best flavour, with onions and shallots ready when their leaves begin to yellow and garlic bulbs firming up beneath the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet started with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mr-fothergills.co.uk\/collections\/onion-sets\"\u003eonion sets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mr-fothergills.co.uk\/collections\/shallot-bulbs\"\u003eshallot bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mr-fothergills.co.uk\/collections\/garlic-bulbs\"\u003egarlic bulbs\u003c\/a\u003e from Fothergill’s today. Explore our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mr-fothergills.co.uk\/collections\/vegetable-seeds\"\u003evegetable seeds\u003c\/a\u003e to grow even more for your kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spring-planting-garlic-collection","title":"Spring Planting Garlic Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eAll of the varieties in this collection are ideal for planting in the Spring, establishing quickly in soil warmed by the sun.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollection includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSolent Wight (Softneck) 2 Bulbs\u003c\/b\u003e - The best keeping garlic we know, excellent for storing, with bulbs keeping into March and beyond.  This superb, softneck strain yields very large bulbs with densely packed cloves, a strong and fresh aroma and an outstanding flavour.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMersley Wight (Softneck) 2 Bulbs \u003c\/b\u003e- Mersley Farm in the Isle of Wight is the 'home of garlic' and this is the first variety that carries its name! Though originating from the Auvergne region in central France across to the volcanic drome in northern Provence, Mersley Wight has proved to be a great variety for the UK gardener with larger cloves and an outstanding vigour, better than many other softnecks. Originally selected from stock that includes the original Solent Wight, think Solent Wight but bigger!\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003ePicardy Wight (Softneck) 2 Bulbs\u003c\/b\u003e - Originating in the fields of Picardy and the surrounding area, we’ve found this variety copes really well with cooler and wetter conditions and, will grow in all areas of the UK. Plump and juicy cloves full of flavour.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWe source all of our garlic from some of the wo(more...)","brand":"Mr Fothergills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45384968306999,"sku":"47029","price":18.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1315\/7431\/files\/GAR-122z_a80c0c8f-8e17-40c6-8a2c-f228c2bad4cc.jpg?v=1776293122"},{"product_id":"garlic-mersley-wight-bulbs-softneck","title":"Garlic Mersley Wight bulbs (Softneck)","description":"Mersley Farm in the Isle of Wight is the 'home of garlic' and this is the first variety that carries its name! Though originating from the Auvergne region in central France across to the volcanic drome in northern Provence, Mersley Wight has proved to be a great variety for the UK gardener with larger cloves and an outstanding vigour, better than many other softnecks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally selected from stock that includes the original Solent Wight, think Solent Wight but bigger! The best keeping quality of any garlic we know – up till June of the year following harvest, that's 10 months! Ideal for late autumn\/early winter or spring planting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach year we work with our friends at the Garlic Farm, one of the world’s leading garlic farms, and all of our garlic is sourced from them ensuring we always supply superior top quality garlic from expert growers. Easy to grow and care for, it can even be grown in pots on the patio! You should always buy garlic from a reputable source and never plant shop bought, cooking garlic. All of our bulbs are certified as disease and virus free.","brand":"Mr Fothergills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45386026713399,"sku":"56088","price":8.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1315\/7431\/files\/GAR-099z_957178ee-ec30-4854-be5a-8bd83264476f.jpg?v=1776298458"},{"product_id":"garlic-rose-wight-bulbs","title":"Garlic Rose Wight Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGarlic Rose Wight Bulbs\u003c\/b\u003e are supplied as \u003cb\u003e2 bulbs\u003c\/b\u003e and provide a reliable, flavourful garlic variety perfect for gardeners who enjoy growing their own kitchen ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hardy northern Spanish garlic produces attractive pink and white skins with large, even cloves known for their strong aroma and rich flavour. Ideal for autumn planting, it grows well in UK conditions and produces an early summer harvest full of culinary value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully selected and grown with expert care, these bulbs are suited to both novice and experienced gardeners looking for dependable results and a rewarding growing experience. Their bold flavour makes them an excellent addition to a wide range of home-cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll bulbs are grown to high standards, ensuring reliable performance and quality harvests in the home garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGarlic Types\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardneck\u003c\/b\u003e types have a distinctive flavour and produce coiled flower stalks known as ‘scapes’ or ‘racamboles’. These are best removed to increase bulb size and are excellent chopped into salads and stir-fries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoftneck\u003c\/b\u003e garlics are the most commonly grown. They do not produce a flower stalk and are valued for their excellent storage qualities, traditionally being plaited once harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mr Fothergills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56784011788666,"sku":"65306","price":8.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1315\/7431\/files\/Rose_20Wight_20Garlic_203_20-_20Resized.jpg?v=1776272792"},{"product_id":"organic-garlic-kingsland-wight-bulbs-hardneck","title":"Organic Garlic Kingsland Wight Bulbs (Hardneck)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrganic Garlic Kingsland Wight Bulbs (Hardneck)\u003c\/b\u003e are a premium, Soil Association certified variety grown without synthetic fertilisers or pesticides. Carefully selected for gardeners who value natural growing, these bulbs deliver excellent flavour, freshness and a rewarding growing experience. Raised with expert care, they bring the journey from garden to plate to life, offering a high-quality ingredient for passionate home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Kingsland Wight variety is a much-loved hardneck garlic originating from France, known for its white skin and distinctive pink cloves. Producing around 8–14 cloves per bulb, it is valued for its rich character and reliable performance in UK gardens. Ideal for autumn planting, it produces a strong, flavoursome crop that enhances a wide range of dishes while supporting a more sustainable way of growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown through trusted organic production methods and carefully trialled for performance, these bulbs are well suited to UK conditions and offer dependable results season after season. A rewarding choice for gardeners looking to grow with confidence, this variety is perfect for beds or containers and delivers outstanding home-grown flavour straight from your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGarlic Types\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardneck Garlic\u003c\/b\u003e (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon)\u003cbr\u003eGenerally more hardy than softneck varieties (they are the best choice for northern gardeners) and tend to be a bit larger but with fewer cloves per bulb. They produce 'scrapes' in early summer - a strong, single flower stalk that should be removed and used in all manner of culinary dishes - they taste fantastic!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoftneck Garlic\u003c\/b\u003e (Allium sativum var. sativum)\u003cbr\u003eOften produce smaller cloves per head but are quicker to mature and will store for longer than hardneck varieties. 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It is naturally found in parts of Western Europe, including coastal England, and is also highly ornamental, producing tall, mauve flower heads in late spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts flavour is soft, warm and slightly sweet, making it ideal for roasting whole, slicing into salads or adding to stews and casseroles. It can also be enjoyed as tender young shoots known as ‘scapes’, which are a favourite in the kitchen for their delicate taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown with care and backed by trusted British expertise, these cloves are easy to plant in moist, sunny soil and will reward gardeners with reliable results. 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