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Planting Garlic: Tips for Bigger, Better Bulbs

Garlic is a staple in many kitchens around the world, and growing your own can be an incredibly rewarding experience. James Prigioni, a passionate gardener from New Jersey, shares effective strategies to maximize garlic production, focusing on the importance of timing, soil preparation, and variety selection.

Timing is Key

The first point Prigioni emphasizes is the timing of planting garlic. He advocates for planting garlic in the fall rather than spring. Most garlic varieties require a period of cold exposure near freezing temperatures to stimulate the growth of new bulbs. If planted too early in the season, the garlic may sprout foliage before the frost, leading to a cycle of growth and death that ultimately drains the bulb of energy.