Name: Transylvanian

Type: Softneck • Artichoke

Certification: USDA Certified Organic

Seed Stock Bulb Size: Large - Our bulbs are 2 inches in diameter or larger for strong, vigorous planting stock

Cloves per Bulb: Typically 10–15 cloves

Flavor: Smooth and buttery with a balanced layer of gentle spice

Storage: Excellent • approximately 6–9 months

Braiding: Yes

Maturity: Early Season

Spring Planting: Excellent • early maturity makes it a strong spring choice

Shipping: Free shipping on all orders over $50 • $9.99 shipping on orders from $20–$49.99 • $7.99 shipping on orders up to $19.99

Transylvanian is an early-season softneck artichoke garlic prized for its smooth, buttery flavor layered with gentle spice. Originating from a small village in the heart of the Transylvanian Mountains and later discovered in a Romanian farmers market in the mid-1990s, this variety combines rich taste with exceptional field performance. Its very high-yielding plants are among the cold-hardiest softnecks, producing large bulbs wrapped in silky skins accented with purple and red streaks and spots. Transylvanian stores extremely well thanks to its tight, coarse tunics, maintaining quality long after harvest. Reliable, productive, and full of refined flavor, it’s an outstanding choice for growers seeking both beauty and performance.