I am in North Carolina growing my whole garden in fabric bags. I recently got my garlic in September that I ordered online from MIGARDENER and TERRITORIAL SEED. It is in my refrigerator waiting for late November. I love your channel. Our climates are similar. I am in the new zone of 8a. I used to be in 7b. Take care and thanks for your awesome channel. 💜💜💜
It sounds like you are gearing up for an exciting garlic season! Storing your garlic in the fridge until late November is a great way to give it a little extra cold exposure before planting, especially in zone 8a. Growing everything in fabric bags is such a smart approach, and it's awesome to hear how much you love the channel. Your new climate zone shift will be interesting to watch-those warmer winters might give you an even longer growing season to enjoy! Thanks for sharing and happy gardening! Great having YOU all of these years!!! CaliKim
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@CaliKim29 Hi. I think my issue was due to the variety and timing. I just watched today's video from Gary (The rustic garden) on garlic and applied his tips he mentioned when I planted them last year. I planted the hardneck over the fall and added a lot of mulch on top. I think my error in the past was using softneck before early spring.
Yes CaliKim,I already planted mine up a couple of days ago. I just constructed and prepared my raised beds, filling them with old branches, garden soil and compost as you and Camera Guy did. I also planted some in my borders so hopefully they might deter the slugs, We have had a lot of rain here in the UK and they have been a real problem. Love the Channel. Already subscribed and like every video.👍🏻
That's awesome! 🎉 Sounds like you're all set for success with those raised beds-love that you’re taking the slug-deterring route! 🌱🐌 With that much rain, they'll be thriving in no time. Thanks so much for the support-so happy to have you in the garden community! I can't always tell who is a subscriber and who is not! Keep us posted on your progress, and stay tuned for more fun garden tips! Appreciate you - CaliKim
I just harvested my sweet potatoes today and prepared the grow bags for garlic to put in their place. I use a lot of garlic and I ordered different kinds to see which ones will do best. I have one soft neck that I’ll wait to plant in the spring. I’m in Chicago. The last two years my garlic disappeared. I even had the bags mulched and covered with wire. I put the bags on top of a table this time and will still cover. I’m planting them tomorrow. Ty 😊
That sounds like a fantastic plan! Harvesting sweet potatoes and transitioning right into garlic is such a great use of your space and time. Trying out different varieties is a fun way to see what thrives in your garden, and I love that you're experimenting with soft neck and hard neck garlic. Moving the grow bags to a table and covering them should definitely help with those disappearing garlic bulbs-hopefully no sneaky critters this time! Good luck with planting tomorrow! Here's to a bountiful garlic harvest next season-your meals are going to taste even better with your own homegrown garlic! CaliKim
Containers are a great option for a shady garden as you can easily move them around for better sun exposure. That's one reason why I love Smart Pots - the handles make them so easy to move. Let me know how it goes, Jackie!
As usual, Perfect video timing! Time has really slipped by this year, so I’m going to plant garlic this weekend- since the first frost is forecast for Tuesday or Wednesday of next week. Even though it’ll be the first frost, our weather should warm up again after that, like it usually does every year here in Columbus Ohio. Planting lots of different varieties, and most will be in grow bags. Properly labeled this year of course. 😏
Perfect timing indeed! 🌱⏰ Sounds like you're all set for a weekend garlic marathon, just in time before that frost hits Columbus! ❄️ It’s always a relief knowing the weather will warm up again for a little garlic boost. Planting a variety in grow bags is going to be fun-you’ll have quite the garlic rainbow next season! And labeling this year? Genius! No more guessing games when harvest time rolls around. 🌿🧄 Happy planting, and here’s to an awesome garlic haul! CK
Thank you, Kim for all this great advice as you know I'm an avid follower and have learned so much from you! I recently went to a local nursery with a friend and bought several hard neck varieties since we are out here in zone 7B middle Tennessee with cold winters. I've got them in the refrigerator right now and waiting to plant them over the next week. Hopefully all will go well! Thank you for all you do and share!
You're so welcome! 😊 It sounds like you've got an exciting garlic adventure ahead-hardneck varieties are perfect for those cold winters in zone 7B. ❄️🧄 Storing them in the fridge was a great call, and planting them soon is just perfect timing. Sending you all the good vibes for a fantastic garlic harvest! Keep us updated on how they grow, and thanks so much for your sweet support-means the world! CK
We have our garlic ready to go, but I'm waiting a couple of weeks before we plant it out. We're in middle Tennessee where we're officially now zone 7B (ages ago, we were zone 6B here). We'll be planting out hardneck garlic, although we're going to play around with some softneck after the first of the year.
That sounds like a solid plan! 🌱 Giving it a couple of weeks before planting your hardneck garlic is smart-letting those temps cool a bit more will help them settle in nicely. And it’s always fun to experiment with softneck varieties, especially with your middle Tennessee winters in zone 7B (those warmer winters are a real shift from 6B, right?). Can’t wait to see how your garlic grows this season-hardneck first, then softneck for round two! Keep us posted on the garlic! CK
It’s surprising but sounds like your garlic cloves are eager to grow! Seeing green shoots just a few days after planting could happen for a couple of reasons. If the weather is still warm, garlic might sprout earlier than expected, especially in well-prepared, nutrient-rich soil. This early growth usually isn’t a problem-garlic is pretty resilient. The shoots will likely slow down once temperatures drop, and the plant will focus on developing the bulbs during the colder months. You could add a layer of mulch to protect the garlic from any sudden cold snaps or keep them from growing too quickly. This will also help keep moisture in and prevent weeds. Looks like your garlic is off to a great start! Keep it going! CaliKim
We grandchildren inherited Granny & Pawpaws elephant garlic. This halloween will be the first planting of corms! Also have softneck cloves from last years garden. Definitely going to put a couple corms and cloves in some ten gallon smart pot. Theraputic to braid the stalks. Thank you for the video.
What a wonderful way to honor Granny and Pawpaw by planting their elephant garlic this Halloween! 🎃🧄 It sounds like a special family tradition in the making. Using those corms and softneck cloves in a ten-gallon SmartPot will be perfect for giving them room to grow. And I love that you find it therapeutic to braid the stalks-what a lovely way to connect with your gardening roots! 🌱💚 Wishing you a bountiful harvest, and thanks for sharing your exciting plans! CaliKim
That's amazing! Planting on Halloween sounds like a fun tradition, and it's awesome that your garlic heads are getting bigger every year from the same starter stock. It seems like your garlic is really thriving with your care. Plus, with each passing year, you’re building up strong, well-adapted garlic for your specific growing conditions. You’ve definitely mastered the garlic game! Great job-always good seeing a comment from. you, Todd! Kim
What would you consider I should use I am in southeast Tennessee. The corner right next to Northern Georgia? We do get some freezes and an occasional snow but not a lot. I am from Florida. I have only been here six years.
For growing garlic in a 5-gallon container in Southeast Tennessee, you’re in a great spot because garlic can handle some cold and will benefit from the mild winter conditions. When selecting garlic, choose a type that suits your winter climate. Hardneck varieties offer a strong flavor but yield fewer cloves, while softneck types are better suited for milder winters and typically produce more. Prepare your container by ensuring it has good drainage holes. Fill it with a mix of quality potting soil and compost to provide rich, well-draining soil. Plant garlic cloves with the pointy end up, about 2 inches deep, spaced 4-6 inches apart. You can fit about four cloves in a 5-gallon container. Planting in mid-October to early November gives the garlic time to establish roots before winter. Add a layer of mulch, such as straw or shredded leaves, to insulate the soil and protect against temperature fluctuations. Garlic can stay outside all winter, but if a severe freeze or snowstorm is expected, consider moving it to a sheltered spot. Place the container in a sunny location with at least 6 hours of light daily. During winter, water occasionally if the soil becomes very dry, but avoid overwatering. Increase watering slightly in spring as active growth resumes. By late spring to early summer, your garlic should be ready to harvest. When the lower leaves begin to brown, it’s a sign the bulbs are maturing. Let me know if you need any storage tips after harvest! Let me know how this goes - If you found this response helpful - please do subscribe. Thank you! CaliKim
Hi Shirley, for growing garlic in Hawaii, definitely use the tips I talked about in the video for warm climates. Be sure to grow softneck varieties, as they tend to do better in your heat and humidity. While you might not get bulbs as large as those in cooler climates, remember that homegrown garlic is always better than store-bought, even if they are smaller! Thanks for watching and don’t forget to give this video a a thumbs up and subscribe if you haven't yet for more fun gardening tips! Happy planting - keep me posted on your garlic!
Hi Calikim. I am in the Pacific Northwest and we recently were changed from zoned 8B to 9A. I have three varieties of soft neck and two varieties of hard neck waiting to be planted. I’m thinking of putting them into the refrigerator or possibly the freezer before planting. How long should I leave them in the cold? I’m planning on planting them in 5 gallon and 10 gallon fabric pots. Does it make sense to plant the cloves around the outer edge of the pot leaving the center unplanted so that I can plant fall greens now and then my tomato and pepper starts in the early spring. My pots will be on my condo deck, which has southern exposure pretty much from Sun up to Sunset. During the winter I will cover the garlic with 2 to 3 inches of fine organic mulch. Are garlic and onion plants good companion plants for tomatoes and peppers? I will rotate the pots every other day to allow all the plants to get full sun regularly. On the other hand, is it possible to grow garlic completely from clove to mature bulb, inside on heat mats, under grow lights on shelves against my deck windows which receive southern short day exposure from dreary Seattle winter light? Cheers as usual for another wonderful video. Thanks, Ray Nichol.
Hi Ray! It sounds like you've got a great plan for your garlic and deck garden! 🌱 In zone 9A, you can definitely chill your garlic to simulate the cold they need for proper bulb development, especially for hardneck varieties. For the refrigerator, I’d suggest keeping them in there for about 4-6 weeks before planting. Freezing isn’t recommended, as it can damage the cloves. Planting in your fabric pots is a smart idea, and planting around the outer edge while leaving room for fall greens now and tomatoes and peppers later sounds perfect! 🌿🍅 The greens will enjoy the cool season, and the garlic should still have plenty of space to grow. Garlic and onions are excellent companions for tomatoes and peppers, as they can help deter pests like aphids and spider mites. Just make sure the garlic isn’t crowding them once your warm-season crops take off. As for growing garlic indoors, it’s possible, but garlic needs a longer growing period (usually around 6-9 months) and strong, direct sunlight to form bulbs. Heat mats can help with initial growth, but garlic really thrives with natural cycles of cold, which is why outdoor planting is typically better for getting large, mature bulbs. However, you can experiment with growing garlic greens indoors under lights, which are edible and flavorful, even if they don’t produce full bulbs! Your deck’s southern exposure and the pot rotation plan sound fantastic for giving all your plants the sun they need, and the organic mulch will help keep them warm during winter. 👍 Best of luck with your garlic and your creative pot garden! Keep us updated! Thank you so much for all the love, Ray! CaliKim
Hello there, I have never tried in the container , perfect timing. Always grow in the dirt in November & harvest in June. How could we get a bigger size of garlic which we don't. Pls.thanks.
Try this tips - Choose large, healthy cloves for planting, as bigger cloves are more likely to produce larger bulbs. Use rich, well-draining soil with a good amount of organic matter, like compost or aged manure, to provide essential nutrients. Ensure the container has good drainage, as garlic prefers moist but not waterlogged soil. Space cloves about 4-6 inches apart and about 2 inches deep to give each plant room to develop. Water consistently, especially as garlic bulbs begin to grow in spring, but reduce watering as the tops begin to yellow near harvest. Feed with a balanced fertilizer or one higher in nitrogen during early growth, then switch to a lower-nitrogen mix as the bulbs start to form. These practices should help maximize your garlic size in a container setup! Thank you for watching - please subscribe if my videos/responses have helped you, if you have not already. Keep me posted! CK
He just wanted to chill there...so...all good. LOL. I think he and Cash would get along. Mac can get grumpy old around other dogs though! Keep your good work, too!
I`m building healthy, rich soil in my garden and avoiding pesticides and an infestation of black worms wiped out my green onions and garlic. They ate almost everything growing in my yard. I replanted again but they return each spring/summer in Louisiana.
It sounds like you're doing an amazing job building healthy, rich soil in your garden, but those black worms are a tough challenge! Since they return each spring/summer, there are a few natural methods you might want to try to manage them without resorting to pesticides. You could introduce beneficial nematodes into your soil. They target soil-dwelling pests, like those black worms, while leaving your plants unharmed. Another option is to plant companion crops like marigolds or garlic chives, which are natural deterrents for pests. Diatomaceous earth is also a helpful, non-toxic option-sprinkle it around your plants to create a barrier that can dehydrate and kill the worms. It sounds like you've got the dedication to keep experimenting with your organic approach. Hopefully, one of these solutions will help you reclaim your garden! CK
Yes, SmartPots are organic-approved! 🌱 They’re made from a non-toxic, durable, virgin wool fabric that allows for excellent aeration and drainage, making them a great choice for organic gardening. Many gardeners appreciate how SmartPots help prevent root circling and promote healthy root growth, all while being environmentally friendly. If you're looking for quality containers for your plants, SmartPots are definitely a solid option! CK
Hi, still enjoying all the videos that you put out. I'm still a little on the fence about the compost. I brought a compost bin. ,I'm putting kichen scraps in it. I'm getting a lot of Nat's and bugs when I open it. I don't know what to do Iabout that. I notice in the videos that you re standing near that compost no bugs coming out of it. So I don't know what to do or what am I doing wrong. Please advice. !!!
I am glad you are enjoying the videos and hope you continue to watch! It sounds like you’re off to a great start with your compost bin! Gnats and bugs can be a common issue when composting kitchen scraps, but there are a few things you can try to reduce them. One key is balancing your “greens” (kitchen scraps) and “browns” (dry materials like leaves, cardboard, or straw). If there are too many food scraps and not enough dry materials, bugs can become a problem. Make sure you’re layering kitchen scraps with plenty of browns to help absorb moisture and create better airflow. When adding kitchen scraps, bury them deeper into the compost and cover them with brown materials. This can help keep bugs from being attracted to the surface. Also, check that your compost isn’t too wet-it should feel like a wrung-out sponge. If it’s overly moist, add more dry materials to balance it out. Avoid adding meat, dairy, or oily foods, as they can attract pests. Stick with fruit and vegetable scraps, eggshells, and coffee grounds. Regularly turning your compost helps with aeration and discourages bugs from making a home in the pile. Lastly, try to keep your compost bin covered when not in use. This will prevent gnats and other bugs from getting in and laying eggs. With a few adjustments, you should start to notice fewer bugs, and your composting will be smooth sailing! If you are finding my channel helpful - do subscribe and the thumbs up the videos that you watch! That would be appreciated- CK
@@CaliKim29 Thank you so much that was great I appreciate it because I was not sure what I was doing wrong. I haven't put anything in it in a while. I do have a lot of coffee grinds because I drink coffee every day., and egg shells I didn't know I could put the boxes in there. I will keep trying. Thank you so much for getting back to me I appreciate you taking the to get back to me soo quickly. Blessings and favor to you and your family I'm so inspired by your gardening tips. I just started adding garlic buds to my raised beds. And I'm going to do a grow bag all because I watched your video on how to grow garlic
For your garlic issue, it could be related to a few factors. Garlic needs plenty of sunlight-at least 6-8 hours a day. Another possibility is temperature. Garlic needs a cold period (vernalization) to trigger clove formation, so if it didn't get enough cold exposure, it might stay as a single bulb. Pot size is important too, as garlic needs deep soil for its roots to spread. Also, make sure the pot has good drainage. Lastly, ensure you're providing consistent water and nutrients, especially nitrogen, to support healthy growth. Check these suggestions against your scenario and see if anything resonates! Keep me posted - CaliKim
I hope mine work this yr. Laat yr i watched a UA-camr that said ro Soak in bakinh soda humic acid for an hour. I planted in a olblong fabic container. Compost, mulch. Then put chicken wire so the squirrels didnt get to them. By july nothing. Dug a little & nothing. Guess they were composted.
Oh no, that’s such a bummer! 😕 It sounds like you gave your garlic the full VIP treatment with the soak and protection, but sometimes they just don’t cooperate. It could’ve been too much moisture or maybe the fabric container didn’t provide enough drainage. Garlic can be picky like that! This year, maybe skip the soak and focus on well-draining soil-especially since compost can hold a lot of moisture. I bet your hardneck varieties will do better this time around. Fingers crossed for a garlic comeback! 🤞🧄 Keep us posted! CK
@@CaliKim29 I just added some compost to potting soil with fertilizer. I didn't just plant in compost. I'm blaming it on the misinformation video. I've tried in the past but interplanted & they were just small. Hope next yr I get to harvest. Any other tips. Do I need to fertilizer every month. I'm in 6B/7a StL MO gets cold.
Sorry for delay, I am on vacation-I appreciate your patience. It sounds like you're on the right track by adding compost to potting soil! Compost is great for improving soil structure and providing slow-release nutrients, but it’s good that you didn’t plant solely in compost-it can be too rich on its own. For fertilizing, since you already have fertilizer mixed into your potting soil, you may not need to add more for a while. However, as the season goes on, the nutrients in the fertilizer will deplete. A balanced approach is to start with feeding every 4-6 weeks, adjusting based on your plant's needs. Look for signs like yellowing leaves or slow growth, which may indicate they need a boost. In cold zones like 6B/7A (St. Louis), you’ll want to make sure your plants get off to a good start while the weather is warm. When it gets colder, use mulch to protect your plants, especially in-ground or large container ones, and try to give them a sunny spot. You can also cover them with frost cloth when temperatures drop to help extend the season. Regularly turning your compost and checking the moisture levels in your containers will also help your plants thrive. And most importantly, have patience-sometimes it takes a few tries to get that perfect harvest! Best of luck with your garden next year-I hope you get to enjoy a bountiful harvest! 🌱 CK
Yes, you can grow garlic indoors. While growing full-sized garlic bulbs indoors is more challenging due to space and light limitations, garlic greens (the flavorful shoots) are easy to grow and perfect for indoor setups. Start with fresh, firm cloves of garlic, preferably organic to avoid any treatments that inhibit sprouting. Choose a shallow pot with good drainage for greens or a deeper one for bulbs, and fill it with nutrient-rich potting soil. Plant individual cloves pointy end up, about one inch deep for greens and a bit deeper for bulbs, spacing them appropriately. Place the pot in a sunny location, such as a south-facing window, or use grow lights to provide six to eight hours of bright light daily. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. For garlic greens, you can start harvesting in about two to three weeks by snipping the tops, leaving about an inch to allow regrowth. If growing bulbs, patience is key; they take six to nine months to mature. Allow the tops to yellow and fall over before harvesting. Enrich the soil with compost or organic fertilizer, and rotate the container occasionally to ensure even light exposure. This way, you can enjoy fresh garlic greens year-round or attempt full bulbs with a bit more time and care. Hope this helps and LMK how it goes! CK
FYI - one fall I planted 24 cloves of garlic a container. Come spring I noticed that my garlic cloves, except for one clove, were not growing. I dug around the soil and found 23 of the cloves were not there. I researched and found that squirrels like to eat garlic. Yes, I had a squirrels living in the trees that bordered my yard. This fall I’m going to put some type of wire screen over the top of my containers to keep animals out of my garlic.
That’s really interesting about the squirrels and the garlic - they must have loved it! Thanks for commenting, Chet!!! f you are finding my channel helpful - do subscribe and the thumbs up the videos that you watch! That would be appreciated. CaliKim
MAC sighting! I'm growin garlic 15 miles southwest of Gilroy. I learned that containers, specifically aerated SmartPots are the best. I have Music softneck & a Korean Red from MIGardener. But I can always goto the market & buy an organic Christopher Ranch Gilroy bulb! Garlic Mediterranean with so many health benefits! 🧄
Growing garlic just 15 miles from the Garlic Capital of the World-that’s awesome! Sounds like you've got some excellent varieties with Music and Korean Red-both great picks! 🧄 SmartPots are a game-changer for garlic too; the aeration really helps those roots thrive. And hey, living that close to Gilroy, you’ve always got backup with the local garlic stars at Christopher Ranch! 🌿💪 Can’t wait to hear how your Mediterranean garlic feast turns out with all those health benefits! CK
I am in North Carolina growing my whole garden in fabric bags. I recently got my garlic in September that I ordered online from MIGARDENER and TERRITORIAL SEED. It is in my refrigerator waiting for late November. I love your channel. Our climates are similar. I am in the new zone of 8a. I used to be in 7b. Take care and thanks for your awesome channel. 💜💜💜
It sounds like you are gearing up for an exciting garlic season! Storing your garlic in the fridge until late November is a great way to give it a little extra cold exposure before planting, especially in zone 8a. Growing everything in fabric bags is such a smart approach, and it's awesome to hear how much you love the channel. Your new climate zone shift will be interesting to watch-those warmer winters might give you an even longer growing season to enjoy! Thanks for sharing and happy gardening! Great having YOU all of these years!!! CaliKim
We are in the same area. I'm in NC as well. I grew garlic last year. Some were misshapen, but it was a lot and so good.
i'm going to give garlic a try this winter. i have never had any luck with it. but i'm not giving up yet.
Sounds good, Kim !! Way to keep at it.
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I will be planting our softneck garlic on October 23rd.
Sounds like a party, Helen!!!! Be sure and let me know how it goes - CK
I'm in 6a(central MI)and plant garlic on Halloween or a couple days after. Last year was Nov.2-3. Harvested July 6th.
Brilliant!! Nicely done! Please consider subscribing if you are enjoying my channel! CaliKim
I was finally able to grow and harvest garlic this year in containers. 😊
ROCKY! ROCKY! - just couldn't resist. Way to go - nice job! Any tips for us? Please do share!!! CaliKim.
@CaliKim29 Hi. I think my issue was due to the variety and timing. I just watched today's video from Gary (The rustic garden) on garlic and applied his tips he mentioned when I planted them last year. I planted the hardneck over the fall and added a lot of mulch on top. I think my error in the past was using softneck before early spring.
Thank you! I used to live up north so we would plant the hard-neck, and now I live in TX. Soft-neck garlic, here we come.
Sounds like a great plan!! I hope it works out wonderfully for you! Keep me posted, CK
Yes CaliKim,I already planted mine up a couple of days ago. I just constructed and prepared my raised beds, filling them with old branches, garden soil and compost as you and Camera Guy did. I also planted some in my borders so hopefully they might deter the slugs, We have had a lot of rain here in the UK and they have been a real problem. Love the Channel. Already subscribed and like every video.👍🏻
That's awesome! 🎉 Sounds like you're all set for success with those raised beds-love that you’re taking the slug-deterring route! 🌱🐌 With that much rain, they'll be thriving in no time. Thanks so much for the support-so happy to have you in the garden community! I can't always tell who is a subscriber and who is not! Keep us posted on your progress, and stay tuned for more fun garden tips! Appreciate you - CaliKim
I just harvested my sweet potatoes today and prepared the grow bags for garlic to put in their place. I use a lot of garlic and I ordered different kinds to see which ones will do best. I have one soft neck that I’ll wait to plant in the spring. I’m in Chicago. The last two years my garlic disappeared. I even had the bags mulched and covered with wire. I put the bags on top of a table this time and will still cover. I’m planting them tomorrow. Ty 😊
That sounds like a fantastic plan! Harvesting sweet potatoes and transitioning right into garlic is such a great use of your space and time. Trying out different varieties is a fun way to see what thrives in your garden, and I love that you're experimenting with soft neck and hard neck garlic. Moving the grow bags to a table and covering them should definitely help with those disappearing garlic bulbs-hopefully no sneaky critters this time!
Good luck with planting tomorrow! Here's to a bountiful garlic harvest next season-your meals are going to taste even better with your own homegrown garlic! CaliKim
I haven,t planted my garlic yet sound like a great idea I have a Empty bed but Its In the shade Containers definitely sound like a great idea
Containers are a great option for a shady garden as you can easily move them around for better sun exposure. That's one reason why I love Smart Pots - the handles make them so easy to move. Let me know how it goes, Jackie!
Thank you for your straight forward approach to planting garlic.
You are so welcome. I am glad that you found it helpful, too. If you find my content helpful - please subscribe !!! Thank you for watching - CakiKim
As usual, Perfect video timing!
Time has really slipped by this year, so I’m going to plant garlic this weekend- since the first frost is forecast for Tuesday or Wednesday of next week. Even though it’ll be the first frost, our weather should warm up again after that, like it usually does every year here in Columbus Ohio.
Planting lots of different varieties, and most will be in grow bags. Properly labeled this year of course. 😏
Perfect timing indeed! 🌱⏰ Sounds like you're all set for a weekend garlic marathon, just in time before that frost hits Columbus! ❄️ It’s always a relief knowing the weather will warm up again for a little garlic boost.
Planting a variety in grow bags is going to be fun-you’ll have quite the garlic rainbow next season! And labeling this year? Genius! No more guessing games when harvest time rolls around. 🌿🧄 Happy planting, and here’s to an awesome garlic haul! CK
Thank you, Kim for all this great advice as you know I'm an avid follower and have learned so much from you! I recently went to a local nursery with a friend and bought several hard neck varieties since we are out here in zone 7B middle Tennessee with cold winters. I've got them in the refrigerator right now and waiting to plant them over the next week. Hopefully all will go well! Thank you for all you do and share!
You're so welcome! 😊 It sounds like you've got an exciting garlic adventure ahead-hardneck varieties are perfect for those cold winters in zone 7B. ❄️🧄 Storing them in the fridge was a great call, and planting them soon is just perfect timing. Sending you all the good vibes for a fantastic garlic harvest! Keep us updated on how they grow, and thanks so much for your sweet support-means the world! CK
We have our garlic ready to go, but I'm waiting a couple of weeks before we plant it out. We're in middle Tennessee where we're officially now zone 7B (ages ago, we were zone 6B here). We'll be planting out hardneck garlic, although we're going to play around with some softneck after the first of the year.
That sounds like a solid plan! 🌱 Giving it a couple of weeks before planting your hardneck garlic is smart-letting those temps cool a bit more will help them settle in nicely.
And it’s always fun to experiment with softneck varieties, especially with your middle Tennessee winters in zone 7B (those warmer winters are a real shift from 6B, right?). Can’t wait to see how your garlic grows this season-hardneck first, then softneck for round two! Keep us posted on the garlic! CK
I'm seeing green shoots only a few days after I planted cloves, not weeks.
Yay!!! That’s awesome 👏🏻!!! Live hearing this - keep me posted, Diana! CaliKim
It’s surprising but sounds like your garlic cloves are eager to grow! Seeing green shoots just a few days after planting could happen for a couple of reasons. If the weather is still warm, garlic might sprout earlier than expected, especially in well-prepared, nutrient-rich soil. This early growth usually isn’t a problem-garlic is pretty resilient. The shoots will likely slow down once temperatures drop, and the plant will focus on developing the bulbs during the colder months.
You could add a layer of mulch to protect the garlic from any sudden cold snaps or keep them from growing too quickly. This will also help keep moisture in and prevent weeds. Looks like your garlic is off to a great start! Keep it going! CaliKim
@@CaliKim29 Thanks! I'll definitely add mulch to the container.
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We grandchildren inherited Granny & Pawpaws elephant garlic. This halloween will be the first planting of corms! Also have softneck cloves from last years garden. Definitely going to put a couple corms and cloves in some ten gallon smart pot. Theraputic to braid the stalks. Thank you for the video.
What a wonderful way to honor Granny and Pawpaw by planting their elephant garlic this Halloween! 🎃🧄 It sounds like a special family tradition in the making. Using those corms and softneck cloves in a ten-gallon SmartPot will be perfect for giving them room to grow. And I love that you find it therapeutic to braid the stalks-what a lovely way to connect with your gardening roots! 🌱💚 Wishing you a bountiful harvest, and thanks for sharing your exciting plans! CaliKim
I plant mine on Halloween, third year for the same starter garlic and the heads get bigger every year it seems.
That's amazing! Planting on Halloween sounds like a fun tradition, and it's awesome that your garlic heads are getting bigger every year from the same starter stock. It seems like your garlic is really thriving with your care.
Plus, with each passing year, you’re building up strong, well-adapted garlic for your specific growing conditions. You’ve definitely mastered the garlic game! Great job-always good seeing a comment from. you, Todd! Kim
And I'll be planting my garlic tomorrow!
Sounds good..let me know how it goes! Have fun out there! Remember this is about keeping it fun! CK
What would you consider I should use I am in southeast Tennessee. The corner right next to Northern Georgia? We do get some freezes and an occasional snow but not a lot. I am from Florida. I have only been here six years.
For growing garlic in a 5-gallon container in Southeast Tennessee, you’re in a great spot because garlic can handle some cold and will benefit from the mild winter conditions.
When selecting garlic, choose a type that suits your winter climate. Hardneck varieties offer a strong flavor but yield fewer cloves, while softneck types are better suited for milder winters and typically produce more.
Prepare your container by ensuring it has good drainage holes. Fill it with a mix of quality potting soil and compost to provide rich, well-draining soil. Plant garlic cloves with the pointy end up, about 2 inches deep, spaced 4-6 inches apart. You can fit about four cloves in a 5-gallon container. Planting in mid-October to early November gives the garlic time to establish roots before winter.
Add a layer of mulch, such as straw or shredded leaves, to insulate the soil and protect against temperature fluctuations. Garlic can stay outside all winter, but if a severe freeze or snowstorm is expected, consider moving it to a sheltered spot. Place the container in a sunny location with at least 6 hours of light daily. During winter, water occasionally if the soil becomes very dry, but avoid overwatering. Increase watering slightly in spring as active growth resumes.
By late spring to early summer, your garlic should be ready to harvest. When the lower leaves begin to brown, it’s a sign the bulbs are maturing. Let me know if you need any storage tips after harvest! Let me know how this goes -
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How about growing in Hawaii? It’s hot and humid all year long.
Hi Shirley, for growing garlic in Hawaii, definitely use the tips I talked about in the video for warm climates. Be sure to grow softneck varieties, as they tend to do better in your heat and humidity. While you might not get bulbs as large as those in cooler climates, remember that homegrown garlic is always better than store-bought, even if they are smaller! Thanks for watching and don’t forget to give this video a a thumbs up and subscribe if you haven't yet for more fun gardening tips! Happy planting - keep me posted on your garlic!
Hi Calikim. I am in the Pacific Northwest and we recently were changed from zoned 8B to 9A. I have three varieties of soft neck and two varieties of hard neck waiting to be planted. I’m thinking of putting them into the refrigerator or possibly the freezer before planting. How long should I leave them in the cold? I’m planning on planting them in 5 gallon and 10 gallon fabric pots. Does it make sense to plant the cloves around the outer edge of the pot leaving the center unplanted so that I can plant fall greens now and then my tomato and pepper starts in the early spring.
My pots will be on my condo deck, which has southern exposure pretty much from Sun up to Sunset. During the winter I will cover the garlic with 2 to 3 inches of fine organic mulch. Are garlic and onion plants good companion plants for tomatoes and peppers? I will rotate the pots every other day to allow all the plants to get full sun regularly.
On the other hand, is it possible to grow garlic completely from clove to mature bulb, inside on heat mats, under grow lights on shelves against my deck windows which receive southern short day exposure from dreary Seattle winter light?
Cheers as usual for another wonderful video. Thanks, Ray Nichol.
Hi Ray! It sounds like you've got a great plan for your garlic and deck garden! 🌱 In zone 9A, you can definitely chill your garlic to simulate the cold they need for proper bulb development, especially for hardneck varieties. For the refrigerator, I’d suggest keeping them in there for about 4-6 weeks before planting. Freezing isn’t recommended, as it can damage the cloves.
Planting in your fabric pots is a smart idea, and planting around the outer edge while leaving room for fall greens now and tomatoes and peppers later sounds perfect! 🌿🍅 The greens will enjoy the cool season, and the garlic should still have plenty of space to grow. Garlic and onions are excellent companions for tomatoes and peppers, as they can help deter pests like aphids and spider mites. Just make sure the garlic isn’t crowding them once your warm-season crops take off.
As for growing garlic indoors, it’s possible, but garlic needs a longer growing period (usually around 6-9 months) and strong, direct sunlight to form bulbs. Heat mats can help with initial growth, but garlic really thrives with natural cycles of cold, which is why outdoor planting is typically better for getting large, mature bulbs. However, you can experiment with growing garlic greens indoors under lights, which are edible and flavorful, even if they don’t produce full bulbs!
Your deck’s southern exposure and the pot rotation plan sound fantastic for giving all your plants the sun they need, and the organic mulch will help keep them warm during winter. 👍
Best of luck with your garlic and your creative pot garden! Keep us updated! Thank you so much for all the love, Ray! CaliKim
Hello there, I have never tried in the container , perfect timing. Always grow in the dirt in November & harvest in June. How could we get a bigger size of garlic which we don't. Pls.thanks.
Try this tips - Choose large, healthy cloves for planting, as bigger cloves are more likely to produce larger bulbs.
Use rich, well-draining soil with a good amount of organic matter, like compost or aged manure, to provide essential nutrients.
Ensure the container has good drainage, as garlic prefers moist but not waterlogged soil.
Space cloves about 4-6 inches apart and about 2 inches deep to give each plant room to develop.
Water consistently, especially as garlic bulbs begin to grow in spring, but reduce watering as the tops begin to yellow near harvest.
Feed with a balanced fertilizer or one higher in nitrogen during early growth, then switch to a lower-nitrogen mix as the bulbs start to form.
These practices should help maximize your garlic size in a container setup! Thank you for watching - please subscribe if my videos/responses have helped you, if you have not already. Keep me posted! CK
Thank you! ❤❤
You're welcome 😊. CK
I planted mine over the weekend! 👍🏾👍🏾
Nice!! Great work! Please subscribe if you are finding that my channel is helpful to you!!! CaliKim
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Wonderful. I just subbed you back!! HA HA--- hey you need to do some uploading!!! LOL!!! Love it.
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Hi sweet Mac! Such a good boy just sitting in the background on this video. Love! Your friend Cash says hello!
He just wanted to chill there...so...all good. LOL. I think he and Cash would get along. Mac can get grumpy old around other dogs though! Keep your good work, too!
Thank you!🎉Great information!🎉
You are so welcome! When are you going to start posting content again?? CK
I`m building healthy, rich soil in my garden and avoiding pesticides and an infestation of black worms wiped out my green onions and garlic. They ate almost everything growing in my yard. I replanted again but they return each spring/summer in Louisiana.
It sounds like you're doing an amazing job building healthy, rich soil in your garden, but those black worms are a tough challenge! Since they return each spring/summer, there are a few natural methods you might want to try to manage them without resorting to pesticides.
You could introduce beneficial nematodes into your soil. They target soil-dwelling pests, like those black worms, while leaving your plants unharmed. Another option is to plant companion crops like marigolds or garlic chives, which are natural deterrents for pests. Diatomaceous earth is also a helpful, non-toxic option-sprinkle it around your plants to create a barrier that can dehydrate and kill the worms.
It sounds like you've got the dedication to keep experimenting with your organic approach. Hopefully, one of these solutions will help you reclaim your garden! CK
@@CaliKim29 I planted garlic chives this year.
Is the fabric organic?
Yes, SmartPots are organic-approved! 🌱 They’re made from a non-toxic, durable, virgin wool fabric that allows for excellent aeration and drainage, making them a great choice for organic gardening.
Many gardeners appreciate how SmartPots help prevent root circling and promote healthy root growth, all while being environmentally friendly. If you're looking for quality containers for your plants, SmartPots are definitely a solid option! CK
Hi, still enjoying all the videos that you put out. I'm still a little on the fence about the compost. I brought a compost bin. ,I'm putting kichen scraps in it. I'm getting a lot of Nat's and bugs when I open it. I don't know what to do Iabout that. I notice in the videos that you re standing near that compost no bugs coming out of it. So I don't know what to do or what am I doing wrong. Please advice. !!!
I am glad you are enjoying the videos and hope you continue to watch!
It sounds like you’re off to a great start with your compost bin! Gnats and bugs can be a common issue when composting kitchen scraps, but there are a few things you can try to reduce them.
One key is balancing your “greens” (kitchen scraps) and “browns” (dry materials like leaves, cardboard, or straw). If there are too many food scraps and not enough dry materials, bugs can become a problem. Make sure you’re layering kitchen scraps with plenty of browns to help absorb moisture and create better airflow.
When adding kitchen scraps, bury them deeper into the compost and cover them with brown materials. This can help keep bugs from being attracted to the surface. Also, check that your compost isn’t too wet-it should feel like a wrung-out sponge. If it’s overly moist, add more dry materials to balance it out.
Avoid adding meat, dairy, or oily foods, as they can attract pests. Stick with fruit and vegetable scraps, eggshells, and coffee grounds. Regularly turning your compost helps with aeration and discourages bugs from making a home in the pile.
Lastly, try to keep your compost bin covered when not in use. This will prevent gnats and other bugs from getting in and laying eggs. With a few adjustments, you should start to notice fewer bugs, and your composting will be smooth sailing!
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@@CaliKim29 Thank you so much that was great I appreciate it because I was not sure what I was doing wrong. I haven't put anything in it in a while. I do have a lot of coffee grinds because I drink coffee every day., and egg shells I didn't know I could put the boxes in there. I will keep trying. Thank you so much for getting back to me I appreciate you taking the to get back to me soo quickly. Blessings and favor to you and your family
I'm so inspired by your gardening tips. I just started adding garlic buds to my raised beds. And I'm going to do a grow bag all because I watched your video on how to grow garlic
I grow garlic 🧄 in pot too the result during harvest only tube not clove , don’t know why ?
For your garlic issue, it could be related to a few factors. Garlic needs plenty of sunlight-at least 6-8 hours a day.
Another possibility is temperature. Garlic needs a cold period (vernalization) to trigger clove formation, so if it didn't get enough cold exposure, it might stay as a single bulb.
Pot size is important too, as garlic needs deep soil for its roots to spread.
Also, make sure the pot has good drainage. Lastly, ensure you're providing consistent water and nutrients, especially nitrogen, to support healthy growth. Check these suggestions against your scenario and see if anything resonates! Keep me posted - CaliKim
@@CaliKim29 thanks 🙏 for advice, I will again soon .
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I hope mine work this yr. Laat yr i watched a UA-camr that said ro Soak in bakinh soda humic acid for an hour. I planted in a olblong fabic container. Compost, mulch. Then put chicken wire so the squirrels didnt get to them. By july nothing. Dug a little & nothing. Guess they were composted.
Oh no, that’s such a bummer! 😕 It sounds like you gave your garlic the full VIP treatment with the soak and protection, but sometimes they just don’t cooperate. It could’ve been too much moisture or maybe the fabric container didn’t provide enough drainage. Garlic can be picky like that!
This year, maybe skip the soak and focus on well-draining soil-especially since compost can hold a lot of moisture. I bet your hardneck varieties will do better this time around. Fingers crossed for a garlic comeback! 🤞🧄 Keep us posted! CK
@@CaliKim29 I just added some compost to potting soil with fertilizer. I didn't just plant in compost. I'm blaming it on the misinformation video. I've tried in the past but interplanted & they were just small. Hope next yr I get to harvest. Any other tips. Do I need to fertilizer every month. I'm in 6B/7a StL MO gets cold.
Sorry for delay, I am on vacation-I appreciate your patience.
It sounds like you're on the right track by adding compost to potting soil! Compost is great for improving soil structure and providing slow-release nutrients, but it’s good that you didn’t plant solely in compost-it can be too rich on its own.
For fertilizing, since you already have fertilizer mixed into your potting soil, you may not need to add more for a while. However, as the season goes on, the nutrients in the fertilizer will deplete. A balanced approach is to start with feeding every 4-6 weeks, adjusting based on your plant's needs. Look for signs like yellowing leaves or slow growth, which may indicate they need a boost.
In cold zones like 6B/7A (St. Louis), you’ll want to make sure your plants get off to a good start while the weather is warm. When it gets colder, use mulch to protect your plants, especially in-ground or large container ones, and try to give them a sunny spot. You can also cover them with frost cloth when temperatures drop to help extend the season.
Regularly turning your compost and checking the moisture levels in your containers will also help your plants thrive. And most importantly, have patience-sometimes it takes a few tries to get that perfect harvest!
Best of luck with your garden next year-I hope you get to enjoy a bountiful harvest! 🌱 CK
Can you grow garlic indoors?
Yes, you can grow garlic indoors. While growing full-sized garlic bulbs indoors is more challenging due to space and light limitations, garlic greens (the flavorful shoots) are easy to grow and perfect for indoor setups. Start with fresh, firm cloves of garlic, preferably organic to avoid any treatments that inhibit sprouting. Choose a shallow pot with good drainage for greens or a deeper one for bulbs, and fill it with nutrient-rich potting soil.
Plant individual cloves pointy end up, about one inch deep for greens and a bit deeper for bulbs, spacing them appropriately. Place the pot in a sunny location, such as a south-facing window, or use grow lights to provide six to eight hours of bright light daily. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. For garlic greens, you can start harvesting in about two to three weeks by snipping the tops, leaving about an inch to allow regrowth.
If growing bulbs, patience is key; they take six to nine months to mature. Allow the tops to yellow and fall over before harvesting. Enrich the soil with compost or organic fertilizer, and rotate the container occasionally to ensure even light exposure. This way, you can enjoy fresh garlic greens year-round or attempt full bulbs with a bit more time and care. Hope this helps and LMK how it goes! CK
Don’t you use perlite or vermiculite?
FYI - one fall I planted 24 cloves of garlic a container. Come spring I noticed that my garlic cloves, except for one clove, were not growing. I dug around the soil and found 23 of the cloves were not there. I researched and found that squirrels like to eat garlic. Yes, I had a squirrels living in the trees that bordered my yard. This fall I’m going to put some type of wire screen over the top of my containers to keep animals out of my garlic.
That’s really interesting about the squirrels and the garlic - they must have loved it! Thanks for commenting, Chet!!! f you are finding my channel helpful - do subscribe and the thumbs up the videos that you watch! That would be appreciated. CaliKim
Yes, I planted garlic here in Alaska in the fall and not a trace of my garlic was left in May.
MAC sighting! I'm growin garlic 15 miles southwest of Gilroy. I learned that containers, specifically aerated SmartPots are the best. I have Music softneck & a Korean Red from MIGardener. But I can always goto the market & buy an organic Christopher Ranch Gilroy bulb! Garlic Mediterranean with so many health benefits! 🧄
Growing garlic just 15 miles from the Garlic Capital of the World-that’s awesome! Sounds like you've got some excellent varieties with Music and Korean Red-both great picks! 🧄 SmartPots are a game-changer for garlic too; the aeration really helps those roots thrive. And hey, living that close to Gilroy, you’ve always got backup with the local garlic stars at Christopher Ranch! 🌿💪 Can’t wait to hear how your Mediterranean garlic feast turns out with all those health benefits! CK