2017
If you're new to growing Garlic, you might want to read our first article How to Plant Organic Garlic. One important factor in planting garlic is PLANNING AHEAD. First, because garlic takes 6 months or more to grow so you'll need a suitable spot. Second because garlic bulbs are not available year-round. There is usually a short window to purchase "seed garlic" and then it's gone.
At Mary's Heirloom Seeds we usually offer "pre-orders" of Seed Garlic from July thru August 20th. This allows customers to reserve their garlic in advance before we have a chance to sell out. We continue to accept orders of Organic Garlic thru October 15th (or until we run out) but there is always a chance that we'll sell out before that date.
From our article How to Plant Organic Garlic,
"Fall is the time to plant for best yields and highest quality bulbs. Generally plant in September–January. In very cold areas, plant by mid-October, and protect your crop with a thick layer of mulch such as straw. Expect to harvest it in June–July. One lb of garlic seed equals approx. a 25' row with 4" spacing between plants. For most garlic varieties, expect an optimum 10 lb yield for each pound planted."
SUGGESTED PLANTING TIME FOR GARLIC
Please remember that these are "suggested" dates. You'll find that different sources might have different dates. I tend to be a bit of a rebel gardener so I sometimes plant earlier and sometimes later.
Central Midwest: October
Gulf Coast: October thru November
Maritime Canada & New England: October
Mid Atlantic: October
North Central & Rockies: Late September and into October
Pacific Northwest: Late September and into October. Early November in a pinch
Southern Interior: October
Southwest: October thru November
Alaska: September
Hawaii: Late September thru October
San Diego: October thru November
North Florida: October thru February
Central Florida: October thru February
South Florida: October thru February
**October thru December might give you a better chance at a successful crop**
Stay tuned for our next article about growing Organic Garlic. We're going to share about the different types of garlic and give you a few extra tips about growing them in your backyard food garden!
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@Tish
We have several helpful articles and videos to help you get started.
How to Plant Organic Garlic
https://www.marysheirloomseeds.com/blogs/news/how-to-plant-organic-garlic
Video: Planting Garlic (in ground or raised beds)
https://youtu.be/Xzcy-SQbLIs
Video: Planting Garlic in Containers
https://youtu.be/DQ35UE1aPmw
Kelp Meal Tea Recipe
https://www.marysheirloomseeds.com/blogs/news/kelp-tea-recipe-for-your-garden
Hope this helps!
Im a real newby in Butler,OK. I’ve ordered my seed garlic and would like to plant it in containers. How deep do I plant? How much mulch? On covered patio or out in sun? Cover up in freezes and ice/snow? Any particular type of soil I will be buying?
Thank You, Tish
@ Mary Elizabeth VonDras
Unfortunately, if you have issues with rabbits, squirrels, gophers and deer in your garden, you might also have them in your garlic. There is always a possibility that they will leave the actual bulb alone.
You can definitely plant garlic in a planter. Because we have gophers here, we plant all of our garlic in raised beds.
Happy planting!
-Mary
I have a quick question about garlic planting: do critters such as rabbits and squirrels leave the garlic alone once it is underground? I’m just wondering whether protective fencing is necessary (…the fencing has not deterred their above-ground snacking this summer). Alternatively, can garlic be planted in a large planter?
Hi Carmen! I just sent you an email with our 2016 Planting Guide for the US. Here’s the link
http://www.marysheirloomseeds.com/blogs/news/78629121-marys-2016-planting-guide-for-the-us
i guess i need the schedule for gardening on when exactly to plant tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and such to get a good harvest. My veggies like tomatoes did well for awhile till this heat of 100 -120 got it. im so frustrated however i still water them even now, put sun shades on my vegetables however most of them died beans, tomatoes are dying too , i need the exact time on when to start planting seeds, not only the garlic. thanks
Glendale Arizona I wonder if it will in container or square foot garden. When for sure can I plant it
Ive never grown garlic before. According to your map I should plant them in October. My question is, should I cover them during the winter? Also….are they like onions as far as when they’re done? The tops will be dead?Thanks
Interesting! Found on Homesteader Hop
I used to grow garlic at the ranch and never gave it a thought after the first time I planted about 8 years ago. Harvesting year after year was a breeze because the nodes were already in the ground. Now that I want to plant some in a different place I’ve been wondering…. when did I plant that garlic? So glad I found your blog here on the Homesteader Hop. Thank you!