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Taste: Rich, sweet, complex, and full-bodied with moderate heat
Type: Hardneck garlic (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon)
Clove Count: Typically 8–10 cloves per bulb
Clove Skin: Light brown to reddish-purple, peels easily
Bulb Shape: Slightly flattened with broad leaves
Scapes: Produces tightly curled flower stalks (scapes), which are edible and flavorful
Storage: Shorter shelf life (4–5 months), but can last up to 8 months in ideal conditions
Climate: Thrives in cooler regions with cold winters (like British Columbia)
Planting Time: Fall, about 4–6 weeks before ground freezes
Harvest: Late spring to early summer when lower leaves brownBulbs are regular in size.
French Rocamble
Rocambole
French Rocamble is a prized heirloom variety of hardneck garlic known for its rich flavor and easy-to-peel cloves. Typically it has 8–10 cloves per bulb. It is rich, sweet, complex, and full-bodied with moderate heat. Works well in recipes needing a bold garlic flavour. Perfect for dressings, sautes, and roasts. Has a shorter shelf life (4–5 months), but can last up to 8 months in ideal conditions.
Culinary Use: Ideal for recipes needing bold garlic flavor—great in dressings, sautés, and roasts
