vegetables
Garlic
The counter vegetable that lasts months — cool, dry, dark, and ventilated beats the fridge.
Core Biological & Field Specifications
Counter or fridge
Counter — cool, dry, dark, ventilated (NOT the fridge)
Ripe test
Firm heads, dry papery skin, no green sprouts
Shelf life
Whole heads: 3–6 months; peeled cloves: ~1 week fridge
Ethylene
Minimal — but its smell travels; keep sealed with cut onions apart