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Title: Colville children line up on horseback at fairgrounds, Inchelium Washington, July 14, 1919 Date: 1919  Notes: Children in ceremonial dress line up on ponies; boys in feathered headdresses, girls in beaded dresses, hats & scarves. Far right is man on horseback. Note from unidentified source: At Inchelium WA, July 14, 1919. Photographer: Smith Colville (?)

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Harvest Heritage: Discover the Allure of Inchelium Red Garlic Seed

A Historic Softneck Gem of the Pacific Northwest Located in the heart of Ohio, Mad River Garlic Growers offers worthwhile heritage seed stock—one of the finest being Inchelium Red, an artichoke-type softneck with authentic North American heritage. This variety originated on the Colville Indian Reservation in Washington, where Native Americans have been cultivating it for hundreds of years. Inchelium Red became nationally recognized, winning the 1990 Rodale Kitchens taste test as a top-rated softneck variety.

What makes this garlic seed so extraordinary is its cultural legacy. You’re not just planting cloves—you’re sowing a piece of American agricultural history. Inchelium Red is one of the only North American garlic varieties preserved in the Slow Food USA "Ark of Taste”. For gardeners, chefs, and heritage keepers alike, it’s a living link to tradition.

Robust Growth and Garden Adaptability Inchelium red garlic seed is extremely robust. It's an artichoke-type softneck—with large flattened bulbs often over 2.5 to 3 inches wide with 8–20 cloves to a bulb Some growers have witnessed a stunning four to five layers of cloves, with up to 20 in a bulb.

Versatility is another star trait. This softneck is well-suited to growing in USDA hardiness zones roughly 3–10, so it's highly adaptable to a broad range of climates—northern cold backyards through southern warm fields. It exhibits excellent soil adaptability to types—loamy, sandy, or clay—given that drainage is adequate. In the warmer zones, growers commonly provide a brief chilling treatment to optimize bulb development.

Flavor Profile That Builds with Time Once it's harvested, Inchelium Red will often have a subtle, lingering garlic flavor that becomes richer over time when it's stored. Unlike pungent supermarket garlic, it's mellow and perfect for raw preparations—picture fresh dressing, salsas, or dips. A light, delicate warmth develops after it's aged—a complexity chefs and home cooks love. Sweet and nutty when roasted or baked, the Inchelium Red adds depth of flavor without overpowering other tastes. It's wonderful for creamy mashed potatoes, herb butters, and savory spreads.

Long-Lasting Storage & Easy Braiding This softneck variety is designed to endure. Under proper conditions (cool, dry, air-circulated), Inchelium Red will persist for 6 to 9 months, longer. Tight tunics and close cloves help preserve its life force, whether for cooking or planting. Gardeners and home growers enjoy it as well, for its versatility—literally. Being a softneck, its pliable stems lend themselves to beautiful and functional braiding. Braids hang attractively in a kitchen and are easy to access when you're ready to prepare them

Planting Secrets to a Bountiful Season If you’re planning on growing Inchelium Red, timing is everything. Plant fall seed garlic 4–6 weeks before your ground freezes. That usually means October to November in colder regions, or November to January in milder areas.

Space cloves 4–6 inches apart, 2–3 inches deep. The variety usually matures mid-season, about late June to July, and tends to come in before many of the hardnecks. To cure after harvest, place bulbs in a dry, shaded, well-ventilated area for 3–4 weeks and then store Ohio's Mad River Garlic Growers has Inchelium Red seed that is 100% certified organic (OEFFA/USDA), non-GMO, and nematode-free tested for garlic bloat nematode. It's a seed you can trust—a seed grown on a small, family-run sustainable farm where each individual bulb is planted by hand, cared for, harvested, and cured with love.

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