What is Fraser Garlic?

Fraser Garlic (also known as Fraser's Garlic Farm) is a family-owned garlic farm in Churchville, NY that has grown garlic seed stock and culinary garlic since 1993.

Where is Fraser Garlic located?

The farm is located at 1379 Johnson Rd, Churchville, NY 14428, in Western New York State southwest of Rochester.

Is Fraser Garlic organic?

Fraser Garlic was USDA Certified Organic through 2023 and has since transitioned to Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) practices, which follow National Organic Program standards under third-party peer review.

What types of garlic does Fraser Garlic sell?

Fraser Garlic sells both Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) and Sustainably Grown (SG) garlic, offered as seed stock for planting and as food-grade garlic for eating.

How can I order garlic from Fraser Garlic?

Garlic can be ordered online through the Fraser Garlic website, by phone at (585) 350-8295, or in person by appointment for local pickup.

When does Fraser Garlic ship planting stock?

Fraser Garlic does not begin mailing and shipping garlic for planting until late August at the earliest, ahead of the fall planting season.

Who owns Fraser Garlic?

Fraser Garlic is owned and operated by Ed Fraser and his family.

Ed Fraser is the owner and operator of Fraser's Garlic Farm, located southwest of Rochester, NY.

How long has Fraser Garlic Farm been in business?

Fraser Garlic Farm has been operating since 1993.

What growing methods does Fraser Garlic Farm use?

The farm uses sustainable organic farming methods focused on maintaining healthy, chemical-free soil, which reduces disease and insect pressure.

Who does Fraser Garlic Farm sell to?

The farm supplies garlic to gardeners, farmers' markets, CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture programs), restaurants, and seed companies throughout the United States.

Does Fraser Garlic Farm offer consultations?

Yes. Ed Fraser offers a 3-hour consultation session, usually during the winter months, for people who want to learn more about growing, harvesting, storing, and using garlic, or about sustainable farming in general.

How do I contact Fraser Garlic Farm?

You can call (585) 350-8295 or email info@frasergarlic.com.

What are the two basic types of garlic?

The two basic types are hardneck (also called stiffneck or topset) and softneck garlic. Hardnecks grow cloves around a central woody stem and tend to have a hotter flavor;softnecks grow multiple cloves around a center clove and are the type most commonly found in grocery stores.

When should garlic be planted?

In northern climates, garlic should be planted after September 15th and before November 30th. It can also be planted in spring, but the resulting bulbs will be smaller since the garlic won't have time to develop a full root system.

What kind of soil does garlic need?

Garlic needs a sunny, well-drained site with soil containing a fair amount of organic matter, such as compost or vegetative mulch. The soil pH should be between 6.2 and 6.8.

How deep and far apart should garlic cloves be planted?

Cloves should be planted root-tip down, about 1 inch deep, and spaced 4 to 6 inches apart.

What is a garlic scape and when should it be removed?

A scape is a flowering stalk that hardneck garlic varieties send up from the center of the plant, typically in the first week of June. It should be snapped off before it reaches about 12 inches long, which redirects the plant's energy back into bulb development. Scapes are edible and can be refrigerated for use in recipes like garlic scape pesto.

Why does most supermarket garlic not grow well in northern climates?

Most supermarket garlic is softneck garlic grown in California, China, Mexico, and other parts of South America, and many of these softneck varieties are not well suited to colder northern growing regions.

What should I feed garlic in spring?

In March, when the plant begins to emerge, it's a good time to feed garlic with a fertilizer high in Nitrogen (N) to promote top growth and eventual bulb formation. Before planting, a fertilizer higher in Phosphorous (P) and Potassium (K) supports good root development.

How do I know when garlic is ready to harvest?

Softnecks are ready when some plants have fallen over. For hardnecks, starting the last week of June, pull a few bulbs every few days and cut a cross-section — the garlic is ready once you see space forming between the cloves and the central stem.

How should garlic be dried after harvest?

After digging, garlic can lie on the ground for a day or two to dry (unless temperatures exceed 90°F). It then needs about two weeks of drying in an area with good air movement, ideally around 100°F, and should never exceed 120°F.

What are the best ways to store garlic long-term?

Garlic can be frozen (cut up first), dehydrated and ground into powder, kept loose in a bowl in a cool dark cupboard, stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator crisper, or braided and hung in the kitchen. For large quantities, storage at about 32°F and 65% humidity is best, and smaller heads store better than larger ones.

Is it safe to store garlic in oil?

No. Storing garlic in oil in the refrigerator is not recommended because it can create conditions for botulism to form.

Does Fraser Garlic Farm offer help with commercial-scale garlic growing?

Yes. Ed Fraser is available to discuss options for growing and harvesting garlic on a larger, commercial scale, and offers a paid 3+ hour consultation, typically during the winter months.

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