{"id":868,"date":"2023-10-07T13:43:24","date_gmt":"2023-10-07T13:43:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/planting-harvesting-and-curing-garlic-for-storage\/"},"modified":"2023-10-07T13:43:24","modified_gmt":"2023-10-07T13:43:24","slug":"planting-harvesting-and-curing-garlic-for-storage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/planting-harvesting-and-curing-garlic-for-storage\/","title":{"rendered":"Planting, Harvesting, and Curing Garlic for Storage &#8211; It&#8217;s easy!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Growing garlic is one of the favorites on our homestead and it\u2019s way easier than you might think. We will break down best methods for planting, harvesting, and curing garlic for storage.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to plant, harvest, cure, and store this powerful plant!\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8OLvQlw0puc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a new gardener, growing garlic felt intimidating. Planting something in the fall to harvest in the spring was new territory and honestly felt like \u201cnext level\u201d gardening. But, several years ago we took the plunge and planted our first garlic cloves in the ground and haven\u2019t looked back since!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A big emphasis for us on our homestead is growing enough food to feed our family all year round. This means that we love to grow crops that store well. Our post\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/10-essential-storage-crops-you-need-to-grow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Essential Storage Crops You Need to Grow<\/a>\u2014goes through the main storage crops that we focus on here on our homestead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you might have guessed, garlic is on that list! In order for garlic to store well for the long term, once your garlic is harvested, curing is the next essential step.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Curing Garlic for Storage<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Curing garlic is the process of drying garlic out for long term storage. This process usually takes 1-2 weeks. But, it can take a month or more depending on the humidity level. You will know that it\u2019s done curing once the garlic feels dry, the outer skins are crispy, and the center stem of the garlic feels firm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic.jpg\" alt=\"bulb of mucic hardneck garlic\" class=\"wp-image-3895\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bulb-of-mucic-hardneck-garlic-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you didn\u2019t grow very much garlic and want to eat it up right away, then curing garlic isn\u2019t necessary. But, if you plan to use your garlic in the future, then the step curing your garlic is essential to keep it from going bad.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Properly cured and stored garlic can last up to a year. More on storage below.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Curing Softneck vs. Hardneck Garlic<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As it sounds, the necks of softneck garlic are literally soft when they are ready for harvest. This is the type of garlic that is commonly braided and hung for curing. Softneck garlic is also known for storing very well after being cured and is typically the type of garlic found in grocery stores.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hardneck garlic is more closely related to wild garlic. The neck of hardneck garlic is stiff and brittle upon harvesting. Hardneck garlic can also be cured in an open-air bin or box, hung like softneck, or simply laid out on a surface. Just make sure the bulbs are not overcrowded and have ample airflow.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have always grown hardneck garlic\u2014Music variety is our favorite. To cure it, we\u2019ve had success laying the garlic flat in food storage bins in our basement for a couple of weeks. The bins fit the stiff stems nicely and the open sides of the bins allow for ventilation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin.jpg\" alt=\"curing garlic in plastic food storage bin\" class=\"wp-image-3892\" style=\"width:500px;height:750px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-585x878.jpg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-550x825.jpg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-in-plastic-food-storage-bin-333x500.jpg 333w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storing Garlic Long Term<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After curing your garlic, it\u2019s ready to be put into long term storage. The storage process is the same for hardneck or softneck varieties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the hardneck garlic we grow, after it is finished curing, we cut the stems 1-2\u201d above the bulb. After the stems are cut, we remove a layer or two of the outer skin, similar to peeling an onion. This will remove any dirt or debris that may be caked onto the garlic. Again, don&#8217;t use water to rinse. Now it is ready to store for the months ahead.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage.jpg\" alt=\"cutting stem off cured garlic for storage\" class=\"wp-image-3894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-585x329.jpg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-550x309.jpg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cutting-stem-off-cured-garlic-for-storage-889x500.jpg 889w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is best to store your garlic in a dark, cool place. Ideally, the temperature would be between 35-50\u00b0F. You also want to avoid high moisture locations. Whatever they are stored in should allow for airflow. Brown paper bags are perfect for storing garlic in, or other breathable storage containers can work. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve had great success storing garlic in our basement on storage shelves. We either use large brown paper bags, or open air crates with a cloth lightly draped over to block light. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around April, you may see some garlic cloves starting to sprout. Remove those bulbs and use these first in cooking. Otherwise, we&#8217;ve found the majority of our garlic has stored well up until the following year&#8217;s garlic harvest!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Seed Garlic?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step in growing garlic is obtaining seed garlic. Garlic grows into a bulb. Each bulb contains many cloves. Garlic seed, then, is simply an individual clove out of the bulb. A garlic clove is planted into the ground and, several months later, harvested as a whole bulb of garlic!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find garlic seeds, there are several online seed companies and retailers that you could purchase from. Especially if you are looking for a unique variety of garlic, this would be the best route to go. Some of our favorites are <a href=\"https:\/\/fedcoseeds.com\/bulbs\/list-garlic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fedco<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting.jpg\" alt=\"cloves of seed garlic ready for planting\" class=\"wp-image-3891\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/cloves-of-seed-garlic-ready-for-planting-750x500.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another option is to find a local farm that grows garlic with growing methods that you resonate with and purchase garlic bulbs to use as seed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first year we planted garlic, it was already mid to late October when we made the decision to give it a go. We reached out to local farmers in our community and were able to purchase around 7 pounds of garlic bulbs that we used for our seed garlic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, several years later, we are still planting that same garlic variety (Music hardneck garlic) from the garlic bulbs that we grow ourselves.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Plant Garlic?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As opposed to most standard crops that are planted in the spring and harvested in the fall, garlic is unique. Garlic is typically planted in the fall and harvested in the summer months.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall.jpg\" alt=\"planting garlic in the fall\" class=\"wp-image-3896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-1170x779.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-550x366.jpg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-451x300.jpg 451w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-the-fall-751x500.jpg 751w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are in zone 5b and our window for planting garlic falls between mid-October and early November. When to plant garlic will vary based on the climate in the area you live. Colder climates need to plant garlic as early as mid-September while warmer climates can wait until as late as December or January to plant garlic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is best to plant garlic at least a month before the ground freezes to give the planted garlic clove the chance to develop roots.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Plant Garlic?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The beauty of garlic is that it can be planted relatively close together. This means that you can grow a lot of garlic in a relatively small amount of space, making it perfect for any backyard gardener!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additionally, it is a great crop for succession planting. Once harvested the same growing bed can be available to sow seed for late season crops such as carrots and beets, or short-season vegetable varieties like spinach and radishes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The garlic clove should be planted roughly 3\u201d deep and 6\u201d apart. Plant the clove with the pointy side of the clove facing up and the flatter side down.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows.jpeg\" alt=\"planting garlic in rows\" class=\"wp-image-3897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-1170x878.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-585x439.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-250x188.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-550x413.jpeg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-240x180.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planting-garlic-in-rows-667x500.jpeg 667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We like to work in a layer of compost when planting garlic. Either work your compost into the soil prior to planting, or cover over your garlic cloves with well-seasoned compost once in the ground. We have found that this has worked wonders to replenish nutrients in the soil and has led to beautiful, large bulbs of garlic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Last, it\u2019s a good idea to add a layer of mulch on top. Around 4-6\u201d of straw is what we like to do. The mulch serves as a blanket of insulation during the cold winter months, allows the soil bed to warm more quickly in the spring, and acts as a layer of weed control during the growing season.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"3898\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top.jpeg\" alt=\"planted garlic with fresh layer of compost on top\" class=\"wp-image-3898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-585x780.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-250x333.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-550x733.jpeg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-135x180.jpeg 135w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/planted-garlic-with-fresh-layer-of-compost-on-top-375x500.jpeg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"3899\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed.jpeg\" alt=\"mulch layer spread over planted garlic bed\" class=\"wp-image-3899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-585x780.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-250x333.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-550x733.jpeg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-135x180.jpeg 135w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/mulch-layer-spread-over-planted-garlic-bed-375x500.jpeg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, in the case that you do not add mulch (speaking from experience), you can still have beautiful garlic yields alongside an abundance of weeds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After your garlic is planted in the fall, that\u2019s it. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the winter, knowing that your garlic is hard at work. Come spring, you\u2019ll start to see the garlic stems popping out of the ground.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Garlic Scapes &#8211; Harvest and Use Them!<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By springtime, you should start to see the green garlic stems popping out of the ground. In later spring, usually mid-late June where we are in zone 5b, you will see garlic scapes begin shooting out of your garlic stems.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garlic scapes are thin, cylindrical, curly, green shoots that emerge from the garlic stems. Harvesting garlic scapes is an important step. Doing so will help the garlic plant be able to use its energy and resources to grow the bulb of garlic instead of continuing to put that energy into growing the garlic scapes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest.jpeg\" alt=\"garlic plants with garlic scapes ready for harvest\" class=\"wp-image-3900\" style=\"width:400px;height:532px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-585x780.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-250x333.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-550x733.jpeg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-135x180.jpeg 135w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/garlic-plants-with-garlic-scapes-ready-for-harvest-375x500.jpeg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will want to harvest scapes while they are still young to both give your plant more time to put its energy into the garlic bulb but also because the young garlic scapes are very tender and delicious for eating. If you wait to harvest them, they turn very hard and aren\u2019t good for eating.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To harvest garlic scapes, cut the scape or gently pull the scape as low as possible as you can on the garlic plant, being carful the not yank on the garlic bulb itself or pull-out other stems.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garlic scapes add a burst of garlicy flavor to any dish. We prefer to use them cooked into dishes like stir fries in place of adding garlic. They also work perfectly in fresh <a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/quick-and-easy-pesto-in-a-blender-without-dairy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pesto<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes.jpeg\" alt=\"bundle of harvest garlic scapes\" class=\"wp-image-3901\" style=\"width:400px;height:532px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-600x800.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-585x780.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-250x333.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-550x733.jpeg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-800x1067.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-135x180.jpeg 135w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bundle-of-harvest-garlic-scapes-375x500.jpeg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Harvest Garlic<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roughly 4 weeks after we harvest garlic scapes, our garlic is ready to harvest. For us in zone 5b this is around mid-late July.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To harvest garlic, gently pull the garlic bulb by the stem out of the ground. You can use a small garden shovel, if necessary, to work around the plant and help it come loose from the soil around it. However, we have found a firm but gentle pull is usually enough for the bulb and roots to release.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once harvested, you can knock off any soil from the bulb of garlic but do not wash the garlic. For curing and storing long term it is important that the garlic remain as dry as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage.jpg\" alt=\"bin of harvested garlic for curing and storage\" class=\"wp-image-3902\" style=\"width:400px;height:532px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage.jpg 900w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-585x780.jpg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-550x733.jpg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-135x180.jpg 135w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/bin-of-harvested-garlic-for-curing-and-storage-375x500.jpg 375w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Grow Garlic?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several reasons we love growing garlic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>1. Garlic is expensive. <\/strong>Before growing garlic on our homestead, I rarely splurged on purchasing garlic cloves. Instead, we relied on the less expensive dried garlic powder to flavor our dishes. Now, I\u2019m so thankful to be able to grab a bulb of garlic anytime!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>2. Garlic can up your cooking game. <\/strong>After cooking primarily with dried garlic powder for several years, there is a noticeable and positive difference in cooking with fresh garlic! Similar recipes have considerably more depth of flavor than they previously did.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>3. Other Benefits. <\/strong>Outside of its use in cooking, garlic has long been touted for its health and nutritional properties. Every year, we include plenty of garlic when making a large batch of fire cider to take whenever we feel a cold coming on.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board.jpeg\" alt=\"chopped storage garlic on cutting board\" class=\"wp-image-3903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-1170x878.jpeg 1170w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-585x439.jpeg 585w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-250x188.jpeg 250w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-550x413.jpeg 550w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-240x180.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/chopped-storage-garlic-on-cutting-board-667x500.jpeg 667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve been on the fence about planting garlic to harvest, cure and store for long term use, we couldn\u2019t encourage you more to give this gourmet storage crop a go!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have found garlic to be one of the few plants we can plant and forget (more or less). And it is such a treat to reap the benefits once springtime rolls around!<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background\" style=\"background-color:#6eb48c;color:#6eb48c\"\/>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>For more on gardening, check out:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size:26px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/10-essential-storage-crops-you-need-to-grow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>10 Essential Storage Crops You Need To Grow<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/how-to-store-potatoes-from-the-garden-long-term\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How To Store Potatoes From The Garden Long Term<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/planting-potatoes-with-long-sprouts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Planting Potatoes with Long Sprouts &#8211; Everything you Need to Know<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/how-to-create-a-quarter-acre-self-sufficient-homestead-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How To Create A Quarter Acre Self Sufficient Homestead Garden<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/starting-seeds-indoors-without-grow-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>DIY Seed Starting Mix with Compost<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/starting-seeds-indoors-without-grow-lights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Starting Seeds Indoors Without Grow Lights<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"fd-form-636019b28d1a1ae7948da256\"><\/div>\n<p><script>\n  window.fd('form', {\n    formId: '636019b28d1a1ae7948da256',\n    containerEl: '#fd-form-636019b28d1a1ae7948da256'\n  });\n<\/script><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pin it for later!<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-85200\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic.png 1000w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/fromscratchfarmstead.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/curing-garlic-768x1152.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Growing garlic is one of the favorites on our homestead and it\u2019s way easier than you might think. We will break down best methods for planting, harvesting, and curing garlic for storage. As a new gardener, growing garlic felt intimidating. Planting something in the fall to harvest in the spring was new territory and honestly&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":869,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[472,473,474],"tags":[496,319,558],"class_list":["post-868","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gardening","category-homestead-how-tos","category-small-scale-farming","tag-food-preservation","tag-gardening","tag-harvest"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/868","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=868"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/868\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/869"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=868"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=868"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/khetwise.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=868"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}