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Northern White · Garlic

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Northern White to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 8th
Harvest BeginsDec 4th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity210
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBulbing
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)50
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Plant garlic cloves in fall so they root and overwinter, then send up strong growth in spring for best bulb size and storage quality.