Black garlic (Allium nigrum)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Black garlic (Allium nigrum). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant black garlic in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Allium nigrum can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• Architectural gardens – have clean lines, geometric layout and the absence of complicated details, follow a contemporary design;
• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;

Planting type

black garlic is normally used in flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;.