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Can You Grow Garlic in South Carolina?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

South Carolina last frost

mid-February

South Carolina first frost

early December

Days to harvest

240–270 days

When to plant Garlic in South Carolina

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on South Carolina'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 South Carolina

South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Garlic in South Carolina?

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

What zone is South Carolina?

South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Garlic in South Carolina?

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