Can You Grow Garlic in Yukon?
Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1
Garlic needs a cold period to develop properly — it actually struggles in very warm zones.
Plant zones
Yukon last frost
Yukon first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Garlic in Yukon
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Yukon's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Garlic
Garlic is planted in fall and harvested the following summer — one of the most rewarding low-effort crops.
Plant cloves in fall (October) pointy-end up 5cm deep 15cm apart. Mulch for winter. Harvest when lower leaves brown. Cure in a warm dry place for 2-3 weeks for long storage.
Gardening in Yukon
Yukon has a subarctic continental climate with extreme cold winters but surprisingly warm and long summer days. Whitehorse is Zone 1b-2a. Some vegetables succeed with cold frames and fast-maturing varieties.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Garlic in Yukon?
Garlic needs a cold period to develop properly — it actually struggles in very warm zones.
What zone is Yukon?
Yukon spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1).
When do you plant Garlic in Yukon?
Plant Garlic Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).