Lidia garlic is a winter-flowering variety characterized by early maturity and high cold resistance. This variety was included in the registry of approved varieties for use in the Russian Federation in 2015. The breeder is the All-Russian Research and Technology Institute of Horticulture and Nursery, and the patent holder is LLC "First Garlic Company". The patent on this variety is valid until the end of 2045, confirming its unique breeding qualities and resistance.
The leaves of the Lidia garlic reach a length of 50 cm and a width of 1.5–2 cm, with a moderate waxy coating. The scape grows up to 70 cm. The bulb has a rounded-oval shape with a simple structure. The dry scales are purplish-violet, while the membranous scales are pink. The flesh is creamy. The cloves are large and broad, usually about seven per bulb. The average bulb weight is 101.3 g, and the clove weight is 12.5 g. The dry matter content in the garlic reaches 41–43%, and total sugar content is 20–24%, giving it a sharp taste.
The Lidia variety is distinguished by high yield, with an average of 110 centners per hectare of marketable bulbs, and can significantly increase with irrigation. Due to its excellent winter survival and high cold resistance, this garlic is suitable for cultivation in various climatic conditions. Its large-clove structure and sharp taste make it popular for culinary use as well as for storage.
