Chesnok Red is a striking hardneck Purple Stripe garlic treasured for its exceptional flavor, beautiful red-striped bulbs, and reliable performance across most U.S. growing regions. Collected in 1985 in the village of Shvelisi in the Republic of Georgia, this late-season variety produces 9–12 medium to large cloves per bulb wrapped in eye-catching striped skins with pink clove coverings—making it a standout at market. Known as a consistent taste-test winner, Chesnok Red offers a rich, full-bodied garlic flavor that becomes sweet and creamy when roasted or baked, while remaining smooth and balanced with medium heat when used raw. It holds its shape and flavor remarkably well in cooking and has won multiple “Best for Baking” honors. Robust and very hardy, it performs well in both northern and southern climates—thriving especially where winters are cold and summers are warm and dry—and stores reliably into spring. With easy-to-peel cloves, delicious tender scapes, and versatile culinary appeal, Chesnok Red is one of the finest all-around cooking garlics available.

• Hardneck Garlic

• Purple Stripe Type

• 9-12 Medium/large cloves per bulb