Can You Grow Garlic in Maine?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Garlic grows very well here — plant in fall and harvest the following summer.
Plant zones
Maine last frost
Maine first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Garlic in Maine
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Maine'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 Maine
Maine has a cool humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; inland and northern Maine is Zone 3b-4a. Short summers but excellent for potatoes, blueberries, and cool crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Garlic in Maine?
Garlic grows very well here — plant in fall and harvest the following summer.
What zone is Maine?
Maine spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Garlic in Maine?
Plant Garlic Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).