Whole Fresh California Garlic

Christopher Ranch is the largest fresh garlic grower in the nation and has been growing, packing and shipping fresh California garlic since 1956. We have been perfecting the flavor of our California Garlic for over 50 years. Our heirloom garlic seed and the rich California soil gives Christopher Ranch Garlic its bold, full flavor that lasts from kitchen to table.

Storage - Produce Managers

For bulk garlic at the store level, we recommend: June to October: Store in cool, well-ventilated, dry storage. October to May: Store in cold storage at 30º to 32ºF

Storage - ConsumersStore all fresh garlic products in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area. Refrigeration is an option, but do not store in a plastic bag.

 

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  1. ryan sagayaga says:
    April 27, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    i am curious and interested on the elephant garlic,,,,,
    can i have an idea, how much is ten bulbs..
    ship to me…..Maui, Hawaii, 96753….

    Via Parcel Post….Air…( the cheapest delivery)))
    than you very much…..

    Respectfully,

    Ryan

  2. carol prickett says:
    May 3, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    this really is not a comment but i was wondering what you could tell me about purple garlic

    • christopherranch says:
      May 14, 2012 at 11:43 am

      Hi Carol: Certain varieties and several sub-varieties of garlic are purple, but if you’re seeing it in the stores right now, it’s probably from Mexico. Google “purple garlic” to see lots of examples of purple garlic around the world.

  3. Tatyana says:
    August 9, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    Hi Ryan, do you sell to the public and if you do what variety grows best in Ga?Thank you.

    • christopherranch says:
      August 20, 2012 at 3:02 pm

      Hi Tatyana: Best to check with your local farmers or garden supply to see which grows best in your area.

  4. claudia pugh says:
    August 19, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    I missed the garlic festival this year in Gilroy so I didn’t get my braids. I’m down to the last bulb. Is there any way to order the garlic braids like the ones sold at the garlic festival?

  5. Kathy says:
    October 2, 2012 at 4:06 pm

    Hi – I just bought a bag a bag of the California heirloom garlic and had a question about how it’s grown. I know it’s not certified organic (I would have chosen this if available). Do you use any sprays or pesticides while growing?

    Thank you!

    • christopherranch says:
      October 5, 2012 at 1:47 pm

      Hi Kathy: Our conventional garlic is grown using Good Agricultural Practices (GAP). We use pesticides and fertilizers but our garlic is certified Pesticide Residue Free by Nutriclean. We practice minimal usage of fertilizers, pesticides, water and tractor work as part of our sustainability program. We also use drip irrigation which further reduces our use of pesticides.

  6. Bob Bradbury says:
    October 3, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    Hi,

    My wife just returned from Cosco with a two pound bag of your Calif. grown fresh garlic. Is there any way of knowing what variety of garlic is in the bag?

  7. ooma says:
    October 13, 2012 at 6:42 am

    I get my chistopher ranch garlic from pathmark ny its the only place i can get it .how is it grown?

  8. Blacky Bokich says:
    October 15, 2012 at 1:18 pm

    Is your California early variety garlic treated to retard sprouting?

  9. Adam says:
    October 22, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    I’ve been doing some reading on garlic varieties and picked up a small bag of your organic garlic at the store today. Didn’t see the product listed here, but wondered what variety your organic is? Thanks!

  10. donna says:
    October 30, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    when you recommend storing garlic in 32 degree during october to may, does that mean to refrigerate it?

  11. Melissa says:
    December 7, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    My local costco in Utah no longer carries Christopher Ranch Fresh Whole Garlic:( All I can find locally is the chopped or crushed garlic in the jars or the peeled garlic. Is there any way to get the fresh whole garlic?

    • christopherranch says:
      December 18, 2012 at 4:00 pm

      Every year at this time, Costco discontinues our product to make room for other holiday items. They usually restock after the first of the year but if you don’t see it, please ask the produce manager to re-order it. Check with Albertson’s for our fresh garlic.

  12. Susan says:
    February 7, 2013 at 11:05 am

    Hello,
    I just purchased your Elephant Garlic in Ft Worth Tx. Is your garlic non-irradiated?

    Thank you,
    Susan

  13. Dee says:
    May 19, 2013 at 5:59 pm

    Hi,

    I understand your Monviso garlic is the best out there! I cannot find your Monviso garlic anywhere in the western suburbs of Chicago. Where can I purchase 5 pounds of your Monviso garlic. My zip code is 60143. I know Costco sells your garlic but not the Monviso.

    Thank you,
    Dee

    • christopherranch says:
      June 17, 2013 at 2:40 pm

      Hi Dee: Costco has our 3 lb. bags of Peeled Garlic and it is our Monviso.

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