Siciliano Garlic (Culinary)

Culinary garlic — Grown for the Kitchen.

Siciliano Garlic – Softneck Variety from Cottage Pastures

Our Siciliano garlic are a softneck variety grown regeneratively on our family farm in Southeastern Indiana. Hand-selected and naturally cured, these bulbs provide gardeners with distinct flavors and consistent growth for culinary use. Buy Siciliano garlic to experience its unique qualities firsthand.

Siciliano offers well-balanced mild to medium flavor with larger cloves, making it a versatile choice across recipes and growing conditions.

Key Characteristics of Siciliano


    
Type & Group:
    
Softneck – Artichoke subgroup. Softnecks braid easily and adapt well to varied climates.
    
    
Cloves per Bulb:
    
Typically 12-18 medium to large easy-to-peel cloves.
    
    
Flavor Profile:
    
Mild to medium with well-balanced garlic character; neither too hot nor too mild. Maintains character well during cooking.
    
    
Common Uses:
    
Excels in pasta dishes, roasting, or any recipe needing approachable garlic flavor. Versatile across a range of recipes.
    
    
Climate Performance:
    
Adapts well to warmer and milder climates; reliable yields in varied conditions.
    
    
Storage & Yield:
    
Stores 8-10 months.
    
    
History / Notes:
    
Artichoke softneck variety with white wrappers and larger cloves. Known for excellent braiding and long-keeping qualities in diverse growing areas.


Culinary Highlights & Recipe Ideas

Siciliano brings balanced mild-medium notes to dishes or pleasant depth when roasted. Try roasting whole bulbs to develop caramelized notes, or mincing fresh cloves into pesto and marinades for lasting flavor.