Choose organic garlic or garlic from a trusted source (avoid treated or irradiated bulbs from supermarkets, which may not sprout).
Look for firm, plump bulbs with large cloves.
2. Brea
Separate the bulb into individual cloves, keeping the papery skin on.
Each clove will grow into a new bulb.
3. Plant at the Right Time
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In most regions, fall (September to November) is the ideal time to pl
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In warmer climates, garlic can also be planted in early spring.
4. Planting Technique
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Choose a sunny, well-draining spot in your garden or raised bed.
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Loosen the soil and mix in some compost.
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Plant each clove pointy end up , about 5 cm (2 inches) deep and 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) apart.
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Water well after planting.
5. Mulch and Maintain
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Cover with a layer of mulch (
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Keep soil slightly moist — garlic doesn’t like soggy conditions.
6. Watch It Grow
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In early spring, you’ll see green shoots emerging.
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Remove any flower stalks (called scapes ) to encourage bigger bulbs.
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Garlic is ready to harvest when about half the leaves have turned yellow — usually in mid to late summer.
7. Harvest, Cure, and Repeat
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Gently dig up the bulbs.
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Hang them in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place for 2–3 weeks to cure.
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Once cured, save your largest, healthiest bulbs — these will give you even bigger garlic next season.
And here’s the key:
Every year, replant some of your best cloves. This way, you never run out of garlic — and your supply keeps improving, year after year.
Pro Tip: Grow Garlic Indoors Too!
If you don’t have a garden, you can grow garlic in pots indoors:
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Plant cloves in a deep pot with drainage.
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Place in a sunny window.
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Water lightly and watch them grow.
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While indoor garlic may produce smaller bulbs, the green shoots (garlic greens) are delicious and can be harvested continually.
Final Thoughts
With this simple planting cycle, garlic can truly be multiplied to infinity . From one bulb, you get dozens of cloves, and each clove can become a new bulb. Season after season, you’ll enjoy a self-sustaining garlic supply — fresher, tastier, and healthier than anything you can buy.
That’s why seasoned gardeners swear by this method.
Why not try it yourself — and watch your garlic garden grow beyond your expectations?
