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Ideal Planting Time and Soil Preparation
Now that participants knew the type of garlic and the best location, Jordan reminded them that the ideal planting window spans from early October to mid-November, depending on their growing zone. He noted that garlic should go into the ground before the ground freezes to allow it to establish roots.
To prepare the soil, Jordan suggested enriching it with organic compost, worm castings, and an organic fertilizer to ensure the garlic has the nutrients it needs to thrive. Specific soil blends he experimented with have shown that a mixture of 75% compost and 25% vermiculite yielded the best results.