Marbled Purple Stripe hardneck variety. Russian Red garlic has a beautiful purple and brown bulb wrapper. It has a strong spicy flavor. Very hot when eaten raw with 5-8 easy to peel cloves per bulb. This is our best MPS producer. It has big beauty and flavor. It is known for being able to withstand wet winters and cold temps.

The Garlic Grower's Handbook — Squared Roots Farm