Artichoke type. A superb heirloom garlic brought to Washington State's Columbia River Basin in the early 1900s by the Lorz family when they emigrated from Italy. This flavorful softneck garlic has a robust, bold and spicy flavor that lingers in dishes. Lorz Italian multiples very quickly. One pound of cloves at planting can easily become 8-10 pounds of bulbs at harvest. Softneck garlic can be braided.  The white bulbs with occasional purple and brown streaks are very large and have a slightly flattened shape. Lorz Italian can be stored under the proper conditions for 6-9 months.
 
1LB