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why did my garlic grow two sprouts at once? am i a plant wizard now?

I was checking my little backyard garden when I spotted something wild—my garlic had not one, but two green shoots poking out of the same clove. I swear, I did a double take. Usually, I just stick my garlic cloves in some loose, well-drained soil and water them when the top inch gets dry. But this time, it looked like my garlic was showing off. Turns out, keeping the soil just moist enough and giving the cloves a bit of space can sometimes lead to these double-sprout surprises. It’s like a bonus round for garlic lovers. I felt like a total plant wizard watching those twin shoots grow taller every day. Now I’m waiting to see if I get double the garlic bulbs. If you haven’t tried growing garlic yet, you might get a fun surprise too! #gardening #garlic #growyourown

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why did planting garlic in my backyard make me feel like a wizard?

Last fall, I tucked a few garlic cloves into the dirt, not expecting much. Fast forward to spring, and I’m literally pulling up magic. Each bulb was bigger than my fist! The secret? I mulched with straw and barely watered once winter hit. Garlic loves to be left alone—who knew? Watching those green shoots push through the snow made me weirdly proud. It’s wild how something so simple can boost your mood. Plus, nothing beats tossing homegrown garlic into dinner. If you’ve got a patch of dirt, give it a shot. You might end up feeling like a gardening wizard too. #gardening #garlic #homegrown

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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

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why did my grocery store garlic turn into a backyard miracle?

Last fall, I grabbed a few garlic bulbs from the supermarket and popped them into my garden. Everyone online said it wouldn’t work—store garlic is treated, they said, it won’t sprout, they warned. But I just had to try. I broke the bulbs into cloves, stuck them in the dirt, and hoped for the best. Fast forward to this summer, and my little experiment totally paid off. Green shoots pushed through the soil, and soon I had a row of strong, healthy garlic plants. The best part? Harvesting those fresh bulbs felt like winning a tiny jackpot. Turns out, sometimes ignoring the "rules" leads to the happiest surprises. If you’re curious, give it a shot. You might end up with more garlic than you know what to do with! #gardening #garlic #growyourown #urbanfarming

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Lisa Fitzgerald

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The best way to save due garlic🧄

Roast them all at once. Just slice the tops off, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and bake at 400°F for about 40 minutes. The cloves turn sweet, spreadable, and lose their harsh bite. then mash them into a creamy paste and stir into a big batch of tomato sauce or blend with butter and herbs for a freezer-friendly garlic compound butter. Both options freeze well and are easy to portion out. You can stir the roasted garlic into mashed potatoes, soups, or even homemade hummus. #Cooking Techniques #garlic #pastasauce #Food waste #Storing food

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