Commonly known as garlic, is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, chive has long been a staple in the Mediterranean region, as well as a frequent seasoning in Asia, Africa, and Europe.
difficulty in the identification of its wild progenitor is the sterility of the cultivars”, though it is thought to be descended from the species.Garlic is easy to grow and can be grown year-round in mild climates.Garlic plants can be grown closely together, leaving enough space for the bulbs to mature, and are easily grown in containers of sufficient depth. When selecting garlic for planting, it is important to pick large heads from which to separate cloves. Large cloves.