did i just braid my own homegrown garlic like a pro or what

This year, I finally pulled off something I’ve been dreaming about: a big, beautiful garlic braid straight from my own backyard. It’s wild how much difference spacing out the cloves and giving them plenty of sun made. I used to cram them in, but this time I gave each one its own little spot, and wow—what a harvest. When the leaves started turning yellow, I knew it was time. Digging them up felt like a treasure hunt. I let them dry out in the garage for a couple weeks, then went for the plait. Turns out, it’s way easier when the stems are still a bit flexible. Now, every time I walk by that braid hanging in my kitchen, I can’t help but smile. Growing garlic isn’t just about the food—it’s about the little wins along the way. #gardening #garlic #harvest