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Once planted, mulch is essential to retain soil moisture and protect the bulbs. Straw works exceptionally well as mulch for garlic.
Care and Maintenance
Once your garlic is planted, care becomes key. Watering is generally needed only once after planting in late fall until spring, as garlic thrives during cooler months. In spring, as garlic begins to sprout, a balanced organic fertilizer with a slight nitrogen boost should be applied.
It’s important to monitor the soil moisture throughout the growth period — containers drain well; as such, they shouldn't be allowed to remain overly dry.