Why Is There No Outer Sheath On My Garlic Bulbs?

The foliage was browning so I harvested the garlic bulbs in late May. I’m in the Midatlantic area. Was that too early? Should I have watered more to keep the foliage growing? Is the lack of an outer sheath likely the result of the foliage dying too soon?

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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 06/20/2024 @ 12:20 pm

It probably wasn't ready yet. When you see the papery divisions you know it's ready. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/garlic-cloves-not-forming.htm ^[1]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/common-garlic-problems.htm ^[2]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/when-to-harvest-garlic.htm ^[3]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/growing-garlic.htm ^[4]

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