Winter/summer garlic variety "MORADO"
Allium sativum var sativum ssp silverskin subvar creole
Morado is a traditional Spanish purple garlic variety, especially popular in Mediterranean cuisine. It is characterized by contrasting purple-white skins, an intense aroma, and a strong yet balanced flavor. Morado is a hardneck type garlic that forms strong bulbs and is resistant to both frost and high humidity.
This variety is well suited for professional culinary use — its flavor does not diminish during heat treatment, and the purple skin adds aesthetic value to product assortments.
History
Morado is an ancient, traditional Spanish hardneck garlic variety, whose name means “purple” — in honor of its characteristic bright purple skin. The variety is most associated with Castilla–La Mancha, Las Pedroñeras and other central Spanish regions, where garlic cultivation has been ongoing for centuries.
Morado belongs to the high-quality Ajo Morado de Las Pedroñeras group of varieties, which in Spain are considered gourmet products. Local breeders and farmers have, over generations, selected planting material for deeper purple color, stronger aroma, and better resistance to dry climates — thus gradually developing the variety known as Morado.
Description
Variety: Morado
Type: hardneck
Origin: Spain
Bulb size: medium to large
Clove count: 6–10
Color: purple with white stripes; inside is light and firm
Flavor: sharp, aromatic, medium-strong to very strong
Cultivation method: suitable for autumn or early spring planting
Storage duration: 4–6 months (very good firmness)
Resistance: very good frost resistance, good resistance to fungal diseases
Suitability: for fresh consumption, cooking, pickling, and spice production