Garlic's Secret Garden: Roots, Shoots, and a Ladybug Friend

Fun Fact

Did you know that garlic is actually part of the lily family? It's related to onions, chives, and leeks, and has been used for thousands of years in cooking and traditional medicine all around the world!

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Roots & Soil - Use earthy browns, grays, and even some dark purples for the soil, showing different textures. For the delicate roots, try light browns and creams, maybe with a touch of very light green where they emerge from the bulb.
2. 2🖍️ Bulb Detail - The garlic bulb can be a beautiful challenge! Think about layers of cream, light pinks, and subtle purples. Use fine lines to show the individual cloves and their papery skins.
3. 3✨ Vibrant Greens - The shoots are full of life! Experiment with various shades of green, from bright lime to deep forest green, to give them depth and a fresh, healthy look. Remember to add highlights where the sun might hit.
4. 4🌈 Ladybug Pop - Make your ladybug stand out! Use a bright, cheerful red for its shell and contrasting black for its spots and head. A tiny touch of white for its eyes will make it sparkle.