Dried garlic-- can I put it back in the ground?

Question

I received several dozen garlic plants (bulbs, stalks, leaves intact) and am wondering if I can put them back in the ground. Several reasons for this-- my Scottish heritage doesn't allow too much garlic in me, My wife LOVES garlic and if I can put it back in the ground She won't eat it all at once. The plants seem completely dry, still dirt on the roots.

Answer 1

each clove you break off and plant will produce another head of garlic.twist the clove 3/4 into the soil,pointy end up, water ,  and hey presto your away.dont worry about them being dry.best of luck. i enjoy growing organic purple garlic and giant russian garlic which is very mild.

Answer 2

yes you can but break it in to individual cloves and replant. we always hold a few garlic back each year just for this purpose. good luck