Garlic can easily be grown by the home gardener and a few plants will supply a family.
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Soil: Garlic should be planted in well drained soil in full sun.
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When: Garlic is planted in the fall or early spring with temperate climates. In other areas, it can be planted in larger pots or planters in a greenhouse.
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Spacing: Plant cloves 1" to 3" apart just below the surface of the soil. Always plant the cloves with the top, or pointy side, up in beds 6" to 8" high.
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Moisture: Fertilize and keep moist until first sign of maturity. If you are watering too much, the garlic leaves will begin to yellow. Keep soil moist, but not overly wet.
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Mulching: Mulch moderate soil conditions. However, the quality of the mulch is important. The mulch should be medium in texture such as chopped straw or tall fresh-cut grass.