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Can You Grow Garlic in Georgia?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Georgia last frost

mid-February

Georgia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

240–270 days

When to plant Garlic in Georgia

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on Georgia'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 Georgia

Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Garlic in Georgia?

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

What zone is Georgia?

Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Garlic in Georgia?

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