Whole plant
Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.
Alliums
Garlic growing guide
Planted as individual cloves in autumn for a summer harvest. One of the most powerful companion plants — repels many pests. Essential in any kitchen garden.
Photo reference
Use this real-world photo as the main plant reference, then compare it with the botanical drawings below for leaf, flower and harvest details.
14-21 daysGermination
240-270 daysHarvest
15 cmSpacing
5 cmSow depth
FullSun
HardyFrost
1.5 cm/weekWater
6-7pH
Planting calendar by climate
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| Climate | Sow | Transplant / Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Apr - Jul | Apr - Jul | Jul - Oct |
| Subtropical | Mar - Jun | Mar - Jun | Jun - Sep |
| Mediterranean | Mar - May | Mar - May | Jun - Aug |
| Temperate | Mar - May | Mar - May | Jun - Aug |
| Cool | Mar - May | Mar - May | Jul - Sep |
| Arid | Mar - May | Mar - May | Jun - Aug |
Botanical reference
Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Garlic should look like as it grows.
Leaf detail
Leaf shape, edges, colour and vein pattern.
Flower detail
Flower colour, structure and where blooms appear.
Harvest / detail
Fruit, root, seed, pod or the strongest identifying feature.
Cooking and eating ideas
A quick garden-to-table guide for using Garlic after harvest.
Raw / fresh
Use sparingly raw in dressings, salsas, dips, pesto, or grated into marinades.
Cooked
Roast whole bulbs, saute into sauces, soups, curries and stir-fries, or grill scapes.
Store / preserve
Cure bulbs, pickle cloves, ferment honey garlic, dry flakes, or freeze minced garlic.
Try: Roasted garlic, Garlic butter, Pickled cloves, Scape pesto.
Good companions
Tomato, Lettuce, Carrot, Rose
Avoid near
Beans, Peas, Sage
Growing note
Harvest when half the leaves have yellowed. Cure in a dry airy spot for 2-3 weeks.
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