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Can You Grow Garlic in Oklahoma?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Oklahoma last frost

early March

Oklahoma first frost

late November

Days to harvest

240–270 days

When to plant Garlic in Oklahoma

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on Oklahoma'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 Oklahoma

Oklahoma ranges from Zone 6a in the Panhandle to Zone 7b in the southeast. Hot summers and mild winters. Long growing season for warm-season crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Garlic in Oklahoma?

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

What zone is Oklahoma?

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

When do you plant Garlic in Oklahoma?

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