Chesnok Red is a hardneck heirloom seed garlic that produces large, meaty, red-striped bulbs with rich flavor, a spicy kick, and a buttery texture that holds its shape when cooked. Originating in the Republic of Georgia, these certified disease-free, organic cloves perform best in cooler climates and are planted in the fall.
At a glance
Variety: Chesnok Red hardneck seed garlic
Type: heirloom, organic, certified disease-free
Bulb: single ring of typically 8 to 9 cloves
Origin: Republic of Georgia, product of the USA
Sun: full sun
Spacing: 6 inches apart
Planting depth: 1 inch in a slightly raised ridge
Season: fall
Best for
Fall planting in cooler climates
Roasting and cooking, where it holds its shape
Gourmet hardneck garlic harvests
Gardeners who want certified seed garlic
How to grow
Plant cloves 1 inch deep in a slightly raised ridge in fall, spacing them 6 inches apart in a single row or double wide row block, then mulch to about 6 inches deep. Maintain a weed-free bed in full sun with adequate moisture.
Flavor profile
Rich and full with a spicy kick and a buttery texture that mellows and holds its shape when cooked.
Shipping restriction: cannot ship to Idaho.
About Papaws Garden Supply
Papaw's Garden Supply is a family-run brand helping the next generation grow with nature, offering heirloom and certified seed garlic for home gardeners.
