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Can You Grow Garlic in Delaware?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6b, 7a

Grows well here

Garlic grows very well here — plant in fall and harvest the following summer.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Delaware last frost

early March

Delaware first frost

late November

Days to harvest

240–270 days

When to plant Garlic in Delaware

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on Delaware'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.

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Gardening in Delaware

Delaware has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Atlantic. Mild winters and warm summers support a long growing season for mid-Atlantic vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Garlic in Delaware?

Garlic grows very well here — plant in fall and harvest the following summer.

What zone is Delaware?

Delaware spans USDA Zone 7a (6b, 7a).

When do you plant Garlic in Delaware?

Plant Garlic Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).