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Can You Grow Garlic in West Virginia?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

West Virginia last frost

early April

West Virginia first frost

late October

Days to harvest

240–270 days

When to plant Garlic in West Virginia

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on West Virginia'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 West Virginia

West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Garlic in West Virginia?

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

What zone is West Virginia?

West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Garlic in West Virginia?

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