Can You Grow Garlic in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Garlic grows very well here — plant in fall and harvest the following summer.
Plant zones
Ohio last frost
Ohio first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Garlic in Ohio
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Ohio'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 Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Garlic in Ohio?
Garlic grows very well here — plant in fall and harvest the following summer.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Garlic in Ohio?
Plant Garlic Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).