Garlic

Garlic is a member of the onion family and can be planted in Florida from late fall through early winter.

Two different varieties of garlic plants grow in a raised bed in a public garden.
Garlic varieties in a raised bed garden at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Washington D.C. Photo by Lance Cheung.

Garlic doesn’t produce seed, so it’s propagated by dividing its small white bulbs into individual cloves. Look for soft-necked garlic varieties like Artichoke or Creole that are well suited for Florida gardens.

Water and fertilize your garlic on a regular basis, and then harvest it when about half of the leaves have dried and bent towards the ground.

Put the bulbs in a well-ventilated spot with bright, indirect light for a few days. When they’re dry, cut off the leaves and store the bulbs in a cool, dark place until you’re ready to cook with them.

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