Garlic (Allium sativum 'Russian Red')

Allium sativum ‘Russian Red’ is a hardneck garlic variety, and its name strongly suggests its likely origin. **It is believed to have originated in the region of Russia, specifically around Siberia.**

Here’s why:

* **Name:** “Russian Red” is a clear geographical indicator. Plant names often reflect where the plant was first discovered, cultivated, or is associated with.
* **Hardneck Garlic:** Hardneck garlic varieties, in general, are more cold-hardy than softneck varieties. This adaptation makes them well-suited to colder climates like those found in Russia.
* **Siberia:** Siberia is known for its long, harsh winters, and certain Russian Red cultivars are especially adapted to these conditions. This would suggest it is a candidate for its origin.

While it’s possible the variety has been further developed or adapted in other cold regions over time, its genetic lineage and naming convention points strongly to a **Russian origin, most likely Siberia.**