Growing Organic Garlic ｜ Ottawa Farm Fresh Organics

Did you know that garlic is best planted in the fall for a summer harvest? Planting in the fall allows the roots to establish before winter, when the plant goes dormant until spring. To get started, choose a sunny spot with rich, well-drained soil. Break apart the garlic bulbs into individual cloves, making sure to plant the larger ones for better yields. Place them about 2 inches deep and 6 inches apart. After planting tuck them in under a blanket of mulch to keep them comfy …