How to Harvest, Cure, and Store Garlic and Onions - Ep. 256

Just Grow Something | Evidence-Based Home Gardening

Your summer garlic and onion harvest are ready, now what? You spent a lot of time and energy getting this crop to maturity, let’s not waste that effort by allowing them to go soft before we get to use them.

Today on Just Grow Something, I give expert tips for harvesting, curing, and storing garlic and onions to keep them fresh through next spring. Learn how to recognize when your crops are ready, the best techniques for drying and storing, and how to avoid spoilage. Plus, I share alternative preservation methods like freezing and dehydrating. Whether you're new to gardening or a seasoned grower, this episode will help you get the most from your harvest.

What You’ll Learn:

• When and how to harvest garlic and onions
• Ideal curing conditions and duration
• How to store for short- and long-term freshness
• Alternative storage techniques (oil, freezing, dehydration)
• The best types for long-term storage

Let’s dig in!

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References and Resources:

Garlic episodes: https://justgrowsomethingpodcast.com/search/garlic

Onion episodes: https://justgrowsomethingpodcast.com/search/onion

Loveland Acres Farm: lovelandacresfarm.org

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Find the show notes at:

https://justgrowsomethingpodcast.com/episode/how-to-harvest-cure-and-store-garlic-and-onions-ep-256