Collection: Thérador seed garlic

All about Thérador seed garlic

Thérador is an early, vigorous white autumn garlic, known for the excellent shape of its bulbs and good resistance to harsh climates. Pro Allium offers it as certified organic (AB) seed, size grade 50/60 in 5 kg and 20 kg bags and size grade 60+ in 20 kg bags, as well as untreated, size grades 50/60 and 60+, in 20 kg bags.

Characteristics of Thérador garlic

• Type: white autumn garlic
• Earliness: early
• Dormancy: medium
• Bulb: white with purple tints, of excellent shape
• Cloves: 12 to 17 per bulb
• OYDV status: regenerated variety, free from OYDV virus

Planting and harvest

Thérador is planted from September to November, preferably in October, and prefers light soils. Its well-developed root system allows it to tolerate harsh climates well. Harvest takes place in June and July, depending on the planting date and the year.

Outlets

A vigorous, good-yielding variety, Thérador produces well-shaped bulbs intended for semi-dry and dry sales.

Which seed and size grade to choose?

Every lot of Thérador is SOC certified: varietal identity, plant health and size grade are checked before marketing. Details are on our page on SOC certification.

• Certified organic (AB): size grade 50/60, in 5 kg or 20 kg bags, and size grade 60+, in 20 kg bags, for organically managed farms.
• Untreated: size grades 50/60 and 60+, in 20 kg bags, for seed that receives no treatment.

The size grade is chosen according to the target planting density and the market outlet. To prepare your field and plan planting, see our seed garlic growing guide.