How To Grow Garlic - The Definitive Guide For Beginners

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, if you're brand new to garlic and even gardening in general and you have no clue where to start, or maybe you've tried to grow in the past and didn't get the results you hoped for, I have a FREE online class just for you. A self-paced, video-based class called my 5 Keys To A Successful Vegetable Garden. Completely free, online video lesson with a fun quiz at the end! Check it out here: courses.theripetomatofarms.ca/courses/5Keys Get growing TODAY!

[@1212haro]

Excellent tutorial. No wasted jargon, no music! 10/10

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks for that! Appreciate it because that's what I aim for with every video.

[@scy1038]

I'm attempting garlic for the first time this fall. This is the best video I've found yet. Thanks for the info!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much, too kind. Bets of luck with the planting! 🙂

[@zoichka3120]

How did it go? I'm going to try to plant garlic for the first time this year.

[@christa4172]

@@zoichka3120I’m planning to grow it this year too, unfortunately I just have pure clay soil and can’t amend it rn cuz of multiple reasons so… I’ll just serate the soil, plant it and see what happens. I will try to come back snd write my experience for clay soil gardeners

[@bluedudha9944]

Your patience and simple teaching methods makes it easy for any age or level to learn! Love this 💙

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much, really appreciate that. :-)

[@kambabazijenifer6614]

So educative that I have learned how to use a little space for something that's expensive back home in Uganda.hope to try it when I go to my home district of mbarara next month

[@chriskelly1825]

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[@scratchoffgal2016]

Yes it does! I will watch this channel forever now 😍

[@daboygames9117]

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[@johnsamuela8825]

Such a great teacher. My daughter stripped her garlic cloves naked and stuck them in a bucket of soil. Now we are going to follow this instructions and have more patience. Thanks bro.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@johnsamuela8825 best of luck John. Even without the paper coatings, the cloves should still likely survive!

[@dawnvalarie8104]

There was not a single thing in this video that I didn't love! Easily explaining the process, calm and pleasant demeanor, I think I'm now brave enough to try to grow garlic. Thanks so much!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much for that Dawn! Best of luck, can't wait to hear about your harvest! 🙂

[@pedromartinez1165]

Just 1:10 into your video and I already knew two things: this guy knows what he's talking about, and he's a natural-born teacher. Semper Fi - and yes I sub'ed and bell thing.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Many many thanks for watching and for the support Pedro! Too kind!

[@sharonhamilton6107]

Semper fidelis.. Agreed

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@sharonhamilton6107 :-)

[@rosettajones5435]

We need teachers like you here in the caribbean to teach our young minds your voice is very relaxing and Learnable. PATIENCE AND TRNDER HANDS

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much Rosetta!! :-)

[@imaginephoenix3283]

He’s very great at educating but there are great farmers in the Caribbean. Seems like you’re downplaying them

[@awahlmubdi4372]

Thanks for the clarity I've doing my garden wrong by peeling the entire cloves skin. Thanks we always need help.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Happy to help! :-)

[@fionaharvey2720]

I watched this video 10 months ago and as a result I grew the most amazing garlic! Thank you! I watched it again and now I intend of growing some of this years cloves for next year! Brilliant ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

So awesome Fiona! I hope you get an even better harvest in 2022!! :-)

[@angelamc3532]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms so how many months does it take to fully grow and ready to eat

[@QURAN-AL-KAREEM786]

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[@beatcat1265]

when did you plant your garlic? it is july now and im wondering can i plant it or do i wait until it is cooler?

[@beatcat1265]

@@angelamc3532 i watched another video and the guy said like 7 monthish!! lol takes awhile apparently

[@izukaisichei2685]

Amazing gardening lessons...I have become very interested. My wife s hobby is flower gardening...but have now decided to start trying out mine on fruits & veggies I will start small with garlic, sweet potatoes ,, onions, tomatoes due to space constraints in our compound here in Calabar. I need to learn a lot from ur series Thanks a lot

[@bernardedwards8461]

Since I began growing garlic ten years ago, not a single vampire has entered my house, so I know for sure that Garlic really works.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Heh heh....it really does! ;)

[@jenniferj6580]

😂😂

[@Papawill13]

That is quite a coincidence. Ever since I started punching holes in my water, I too have not had a Vampire problem. Holey Water really works well also!!

[@riceball4u172]

The vampire can't enter a house unless they are invited to go in lol

[@bernardedwards8461]

@@riceball4u172 I've never heard of that before, but as I have no intention of inviting vampires into my house, I should be safe.

[@ashleyheeb-schnell6465]

Being a new gardener I absolutely love how he takes the time to break every step down! Newly subscribed ❤️ Love this guy!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Ashley! 🙂

[@mariapalospalos8722]

I love the way you patiently explain every step. Thank you.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey thank you Maria, really appreciate that. I'm glad you noticed that! :-)

[@rashmifitter5842]

Loved the idea of using wall . Didn’t understand when U said after putting mulch on top and water good soaking so probably You won’t have to water again?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@rashmifitter5842 Yeah, its because Garlic is planted in the fall....right before the wettest time of year for most growers. I plant in October and won't water again until April. :-)

[@lieuwina]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms How long till after April would you know when your garlic crop is ready to harvest?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@lieuwina the shoots begin to fail and turn yellow/brown. Also, garlic grows right at the surface... You could just brush some soil away and look at one

[@mimidubai3937]

You are the best!!! Accurate, easy to listen to, instructions easy to follow and you repeat at the end. Excellent. I will never stop watching your videos. You should be an instructor. Thank you so much. Again, you're the Best!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks for that Mimi! Awesome of you to say!! :-)

[@speakrighttogod]

Ditto to what you said, Mimi! Yes, the recap was a nice closing (not seen in most videos).

[@sadiemae8447]

I like the step by step and not a quick edited video. After watching this I know have a clear understanding of how to grow garlic. Thank you!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers sadie, thanks so much for watching! :-)

[@cannabis1490]

You are such a great farmer and teacher! ALL your videos are so well done...full of information ...the beginner and the advanced can benefit from your tutorials. Love your passion for nature. You inspire many to start growing their own foods. Maximum respect! 🇯🇲

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks, appreciate that! I do think its important info, glad you liked it, means a lot! :-)

[@theone1501]

Excellent for such a common cooking ingredient that I think almost everyone loves!

[@ritajoshi6971]

I have watched so many videos to help me grow vegetables and fruits in my tiny garden, I am an amateur gardener by the way, I really liked your videos, no nonsense straight to the point and the tips that you give is really helpful. Based on your videos I have sowed cucumber, courgette, strawberries, peppers, tomatoes and French beans 🤞. I just saw the garlic videos and I will patiently wait for fall to grow them. All the best, you are doing a great job!

[@virginiamccann2081]

Thanks for Charing how to plant a beautiful vegetables and fruits it's amazing

[@FarmLifestyle-4]

This can be the best garlic tutorial on KZbin, thanks for sharing and great video! Keep it up!

[@dirkhagar2399]

Would have been better if he explained how to harvest it..

[@britanica7539]

I forgot I had cloves in the fridge and they started sprouting so I decided to plant them. They are growing insanely well. I will be moving them outdoors in a few weeks.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on! Best of luck!

[@QURAN-AL-KAREEM786]

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[@Angelbach1995]

That's what I wanted to know! I'm zone 10b and I kept mine in the fridge. It's January and life happened. They are growing in the fridge, so I'm going to plant them out this week.

[@TravelinMama73]

So exciting, I had the same thing happen after I bought my seed garlic, prepared the garden and planted them. So now I've got several containers and another small plot in the ground. 🙏 I'm loaded down in garlic by June!! 🤩

[@gracedell]

i just did the same thing! i’m watching this to see how they grow

[@Mossyz.]

I am going to grow some garlic and potatoes at my camping site in the woods .Then every time i go there i will have fresh food to eat .Thanks for giving me this idea . Have a great season everyone .😊

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Ha ha, that would be the most amazing thing ever! Let me know if it works!

[@Iamhome365]

What a great idea!!

[@jdrei5080]

Im growing 60 garlic plants and so far doing well. I did a lot of prep on the garden bed beforehand, weeded, compost and fertilized. 4 months to go. Its really the easiest plant to grow. I just finished Horticulture courses and asked lots of questions which was invaluable. Garlic is so expensive now so its fingers crossed until they're done and no more money having to buy any.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

So awesome. I can't envision a world where I ever buy garlic again! :-)

[@jdrei5080]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms I'm gonna do the same next June. I'm growing a years worth each time. Her in New Zealand we plant on the shortest day,June 20th and harvest the longest day on January 20. 4 months to go.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@jdrei5080 that's so perfect. With that short of a harvest, you guys must be growing softneck types of garlic?

[@Sunshine_sam]

I just love the way that he explains it so throughly and makes it so versatile with every type of potting. Naming what works and doesn’t work that well as far as potting and using containers. I just love it! The absolute best person I’ve come across on KZbin in the gardening niche! Keep up the good work! Thanks so so much sir! 😊😊

[@michaelkennedy8766]

Probably the best garlic tutorial on KZbin, great help, many thanks.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey thanks Michael, appreciate it!

[@terrywright1513]

You got me on garlic. Your explanation was simple and your voice inviting to my ear making me listen. Thank you so much. Look forward to checking out your channel.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much Terry! Appreciate you saying that. :-)

[@animeanibe]

Good insights into growing the garlic. Would be useful to have also included how to harvest and dry it, and at what stage post-harvest are the cloves ready to be replanted.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks, happy to help! 🙂

[@levismith5442]

I agree we need the next steps. Great video to learn how to plant.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

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[@lisakeenan5620]

I love how you are showing exactly how to do it by doing it at least two times in the beginning of the video. Thank you.

[@caridadmoreno1481]

Gosh what a find ! Loved your video , how thoroughly you explained everything. Garlic it is ! Thank you for sharing your wonderful gift!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much Caridad! Appreciate it. :-)

[@monicathomas8268]

I have always wanted to plant garlic but didn't know how. Tried a few times but was unsuccessful. Glad I found your channel. I will continue to watch your page. Thanks 👍💯

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on Monica, hope it helps! And don't forget to ask any questions along the way! 🙂

[@beebob1279]

Do you also grow spinach? It's another vegetable garden plat that should be planted in the fall. The roots have the opportunity to establish before going dormant for winter. The spring crop can give two or three cuttings instead of just one if you plant in spring. Once again, an awesome video

[@danielleterry180]

My spinach bolted so now I grew Vulcan Swiss chard and the ever bearing spinach Swiss chard and holding up like troupers had 103 degree weather yesterday so yeay I got a leafy green that can handle my Deep South texas weathee

[@cheriearcher6643]

I really enjoy your video. You wasted no time, you got straight to the point with specific details. Super great

[@margritkaminsky1470]

The way each clove of garlic seals itself from drying out when it is stored is amazing. No odor escaping either. In the fridge it can be stored next to the butter. No problem!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

It really is amazing Margrit. I mean, its already a pretty awesome crop, but the way it can self store is no wonder its so great for even new gardeners!

[@sharonteahen455]

I must have missed this, so Don’t store garlic in fridge?

[@lolodee3528]

Each clove self seals. As per margrit in her last sentence: …..“in the fridge it can be stored next to the butter. No problem”

[@susanbreeland8620]

This is wonderful, thank you!! I had a garlic patch for almost 30 years and suddenly we had so much rain over a long period and f time, the ph balance changes and all of my garlic died. It used to come back every year. Love the way they are mounted to the walls!! I can do that!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Glad you liked it Susan! Sorry to hear about your main patch! Hopefully you were able to save a few bulbs? As for my planters, its the only way I'll grow Garlic now. Just can't dedicate the bed space to them anymore when they take up nearly 3 crop cycles! :-)

[@bernardedwards8461]

Have you ever thought of growing watercress? It simply loves rain.

[@virginiakerr6993]

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[@stereooerets8619]

Thank you for taking the time to explain everything out. Also, that 40 sec recap is great! Only question, I would have is to when is the best time to harvest the garlic after you have planted during the time planted and full growth. Thank you!

[@JWHealing]

I think most people plant in late fall then harvest around mid June, once a few lower leaves have dried out. I'm always late on both accounts so do your own research to confirm.

[@PandTRanch]

I’ve been wondering if garlic needs 100% full sun or will they be okay with a little shade?

[@albertmabin6694]

So many had confused and now made everything possible I like it so much and easy to grow it at back yard.once again thank you.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on Albert, best of luck! :-)

[@raviaulakh2778]

Not only a super farmer. A super teacher/ presenter too.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Ravi! Too kind of you to say! :-)

[@nigeltoussaint9032]

So True 😎

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@nigeltoussaint9032 :-)

[@GrootsMamaw]

I'm growing garlic for the first time ever. I have a 6 ft x 3 ft x 18 inch bed I'll be filling with garlic after my current vegetables are finished. The step by step instructions are foolproof and I am even more excited to get started! I have a greenhouse cover to go over the bed, along with a ton of leaves that will be falling soon-ish. We go through 4 - 6 cloves of garlic a week (or more), so I feel what I'm going to plant will be enough. Thank you for an amazing video! 🧄

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@GrootsMamaw that's so awesome, I'm excited for you. One thing though, garlic NEEDS to get cold over winter... I'd skip using the greenhouse. Just a thought!

[@k9insomniac783]

This was one of the most informative and easy to understand explanation on cultivation I think I’ve ever seen. Well done bud. Hope everyone appreciates all the effort with working, filming, editing, and narrating these videos. Subscribing today

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so so so much. It is VERY appreciated. :-)

[@pickledjalapeno9482]

💯💯

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@pickledjalapeno9482 :-)

[@bernardamosegui7530]

I LIVE IN Florida very hot how will be planted in shade?

[@ecoxocticeternal816]

@@bernardamosegui7530 I live in the caribbean and I want to grow garlic but it looks like it will be a great challenge. I know they will need to stay in the refridgerator for a while and hope that they will grow afterwards but not to grow outdoor in rain.

[@carmendiaz9738]

You're a natural for teaching. Good 👍info. Now I want to grow garlic. Thanks. The Almighty is surely blessing the work of your hands. Shalom!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much Carmen! Appreciate the kind words and support! :-)

[@gebo4004]

I am now following you on YT and signed up for your online class, clearly the best teaching on the internet. Question: How does the water drain from the planter boxes, I want to build them but not sure how to create drainage?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@gebo4004 thanks so much for the support! With the planter boxes, you can drill holes, but honestly, they are never air tight. It's wood, there is always gaps. They hold soil, but they don't hold water no matter how perfect I try to build them. :-)

[@christiw7155]

This video was so incredibly helpful. Thank you so much! I received some garlic bulbs to plant from a coworker, but had no idea the best way to grow them.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Christie! Best of luck, you got this! :-)

[@WEE-AL]

Love the design of your planters and attaching to the wall. Great idea.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Allen! I'm really starting to love the idea of vertical gardening everywhere!!

[@vicenteolanday1642]

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[@giulianag.5272]

Hi there, I planted garlic yesterday, about 100 cloves, just the way you describe in your video. I watered it well with my rain water and covered it with straw. Hopefully it will survive our Canadian winter here in Toronto. It's all a learning curve. You have great patience and a wonderful and simple way of explaining things. You're very inspiring. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge.

[@nelsonmandela9932]

Have hopes

[@vhanachel]

How did it go?

[@maribethsaporas2557]

Did you harvest already?

[@HelloNorthworld]

My good friend told me I need to grow garlic . I searched online and found your channel . I live on the Bruce Peninsula so we do get some pretty harsh winters but I will give the garlic a go and see what happens. Your instructions are excellent and you make it look pretty easy. I will be looking at your other videos so that I can learn more about organic gardening. Wish me luck :) !!!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, best of luck! Let us know how it goes! :-)

[@davidferguson8546]

This is magic, glad for your show, you teach very well .

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers David, thanks for watching!

[@estle]

Such a great video! Thank you. Will be using this to plant our crop of garlic for the first time this year. Fingers crossed!

[@TruckerChick]

Awesome video. I was looking for a simple "crop" for the winter and this is it. One question though, can I use store bought garlic gloves for my starts or do I need to buy a certain kind? Recommendations?

[@prattfam13]

Yes but should be organic

[@rebeccacimarusti8804]

I know this video is about two years old but it is brand new to me, thank you so much I finally found a place that gives directions very clear I can understand what you’re saying, some of the videos they talk so fast I don’t know what they’re saying and there’s no close caption, thank you again for showing me how to do my garlic I was able to understand you clear and simple no problems, I am hearing impaired and I also have macular degeneration so finding these type of KZbin videos is a plus for me, again thank you so much ❤ now I’m on a mission to watch all your videos.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much Rebecca, that makes me happy to hear! I have a few newer garlic videos as well, especially from this year....I hope they help too! If you still have questions, ask away! We'll get you growing oodles of garlic in no time! :-)

[@rebeccacimarusti8804]

Thank you for your quick response, can you direct me to where to find your other videos?

[@marjedm2896]

Clear and to the point. Great introduction and easy to understand instruction for us new gardeners. Thank you.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey Marj, thanks so much for watching! :-)

[@cynthiagonzalez658]

I've always wanted to grow garlic bc my Mom used to sautee the greens & it was amazingly tasty!!

[@MarkyMark145]

lols shouda told her to wait the full 9 months to eat the garlic cloves instead :P

[@cynthiagonzalez658]

@@MarkyMark145 Nonono. It's an entirely different taste experience.

[@thcall6441]

It’s good to confirm I’ve been planting my garlic correctly. I also spread some 10-10-10 fertilizer on the mulch figuring it will take a month or so to work its way to the roots over the winter and spring. Question: have you ever used a dibble to aid in making the hole ?

[@JWHealing]

He's planting into a potting soil mix that's very fluffy so in his case it wouldn't be necessary.

[@Be-Kind-Be-Gentle-Be-Just]

I took the time to sign, like the video and simply say thank you. That was simply an amazing educational video. Thank you!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you watching and taking the time! Means a lot, especially for an older video. 🙂

[@toniamoore2728]

What a good teacher!

[@johnmasquelier6635]

Dude, That was one of the best gardening videos I have ever seen. You are logical and to the point. I am a total rookie, and am just learning. I live in Central Mexico at a mile high elevation and out tomatoes grow until December. We start our crops again in Marc and things grow great here, but I have no idea what I am doing and want to learn. I will like and subscribe. I sincerely thank you. John Masquelier

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey thanks John! So even though you are quite far south, being higher elevation you get a proper winter. So fall plant that Garlic and you should be good to go! Let us know how you make out!

[@beebob1279]

Watch his other videos. Very good stuff. I've learned an awful lot from him. Now I've got to get my gardens started. Dad had them and I'm missing the fresh fruits and vegetables

[@NajibShams]

Thank you for your video. Instead of the mulch, can we use the fallen leaves from the autumn trees to pretect them from the cold Canadian weather in the winter?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

We definitely can! Leaves make a great mulch!

[@dibasewsbadly]

Wow! That is how you teach people to grow garlic- or do anything. Really excellent video. This answered all my questions. Bravo!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks! Appreciate the kind words and for you watching! :-)

[@aidallamera9219]

New viewer here. Loved how you explained the process thoroughly. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos!

[@calmblueocean7243]

Really the best video I've seen on planting garlic, thanks! I love the way you explain things very clearly and in a logical step-by-step way. You're a natural teacher, man! 🌱😁👍

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, thanks so much! Really appreciate the kind words! :-)

[@tttarms1970]

I agree....I'm in Illinois I missed my window for planting garlic. Really bummed, grocery store is waste of time, cant even call that garlic

[@calmblueocean7243]

@@tttarms1970 hi👋 from Melbourne Australia. Summer days here and I have had my first ever successful garlic harvest thanks to this great video, only wish I'd planted more, haha! You'll be right next season, don't worry! And thanks again Ripe Tomato Farms for teaching us all this stuff! 🙂👍🌱

[@tttarms1970]

@@calmblueocean7243 enjoy!!! I hope they make some tasty dishes!!

[@nkirukayakini1333]

Thank you so much for this very organized and informative Video lesson regarding growing Garlic! You are an Excellent Teacher! Respect! 😊❣️

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, appreciate that, thanks for watching!

[@speakrighttogod]

My thoughts exactly....he's a great teacher!!

[@jogozc]

Excellent Tutorial. I've never planted anything, but excited now to become a 'potted' Gardener of Garlic. Thanks 'Teach'!

[@g4l430]

I'm a lazy SOB who just dreams about being productive. A while back my mom gave me a Tarpon Springs natural sponge with a decorative bowl. The idea is that you put herb seeds in the sponge, add water to the bowl and boom, you get plants. Well that hasn't work for me. As a bachelor I buy a pint of pre-peeled garlic. About 1 out of 3 I eat, 1 out of 3 grows mold, and 1 out of three starts to sprout. I found that if I place these sprouting bulbs in the moistened sponge I get garlic chives. So now my routine is that any time I buy scallions I cut the last 4 to 6 inches, place them in a mason jar, place that in the center of the sponge, and then insert sprouting garlic in the sponge and I have the perfect blend for eggs or soup. The only work involved is occasionally adding water to the bowl or mason jar. I live in Florida so these get sunlight but not much since there is a covered porch between the kitchen window. This works for me all year long! When I finally get around to doing real gardening I'll follow this video but let's be honest, Florida doesn't have winters.

[@nicolenemeth9989]

You may want to plant spring garlic. This is my first year but from what I've read, and anyone feel free to correct any misinformation, is that the winter is needed to separate one bulb in to cloves, otherwise you end up with only 1 huge clove of garlic. But, you can plant spring garlic which doesn't need winter.

[@pickledjalapeno9482]

Doesn't really matter as you can plant whenever. And seems you're growing scallion garlic chives? Idk, but sounds great! Also, don't peel garlic cloves when planting & the 2 that you're not eating, sprout & plant... that's it.

[@pickledjalapeno9482]

@@nicolenemeth9989 Would love to see 1 huge clove! Either way, I'd definitely enjoy it & make many things with it. That sounds pretty cool too!

[@MRblazedBEANS]

I have very little room, and even less room with good light on my back porch. Was able to grow some tomatoes, beets, herbs,green onions and strawberry. Did it all in pots. Worked very well I learned alot about what to grow for next year. For sure trying garlic.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on Christian! We grow with what we have. And let me say, container gardening can be massively fruitful! :-)

[@pickledjalapeno9482]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽currently trying! Good for you! It kind of "bothers" me when people say "I don't have a backyard", but it doesn't even matter!

[@glo1761]

Thank you. You sure are easy to follow and explain things so clearly. Much appreciated❤❤

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, happy to hear, thanks for watching!

[@tomdaly5133]

My wife & I planted some Garlic today!! your video made it fun and easy! All the best/bountiful harvest your way! Tom🤙🏻😀

[@Miraculouskidss]

You are the easiest gardening teacher ever!!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much jeanete, really appreciated! :-)

[@johnlone207]

Love your videos, man. Learning alot. I should receive my planting garlic today, and will definitely follow your lead. Excited already! Thank you!!!

[@user-h3s7v]

I friggin LOVE this channel!!! Thank you so much! Here's to my very first year of growing garlic (next month) :)

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Yesssss......you got this! Garlic season is fast approaching! Thanks so much for the support! 🙂

[@danielleterry180]

Rofl when you said Denars it reminded me of my years growing up in the Middle East, thank you for this vid planting my garlic today for fall harvest

[@JO-jj6vu]

I worked with garlic before, but needed a recap after a few years. Thank you!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Awesome! I really appreciate the view, hope it helped!

[@elizabethwest9729]

The. Happy Little Garlic Family . Dude you’re like the Bob Ross of Garlic.

[@annoyingbstard9407]

Thanks! Some great ideas there - it never occurred to me to try garlic in planters. I’m giving it a try, hopefully it won’t be too wet here in England. BTW….if you live near the coast the best mulch in the world is seaweed!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Yeah, their shallow root systems make it really possible to grow them in just about anything! As long as it drains the winter precipitation, you're good to go! :-)

[@janenjoroge868]

Good insight,watching from Kenya,will try planting garlic in our tropical climate,thanks

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on Jane. You'll want to grow softneck. Plant it on your coldest day of the year.

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Great video. I put my garlic in the fridge for a couple of weeks which kicked off sprouting and then planted them last week. Most of them have already broken the surface. Now is the time to plant your garlic in Australia. I live in Canberra and we get sub zero nights through most of winter and my garlic is always a welcome sight in the garden. I love growing and eating it. Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Perfect, love it!! You'll be harvesting when its winter here!

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms Cool, then in theory we can have garlic all year round. 😂😂😂

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@scroungasworkshop4663 exactly right! I don't see why not!

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms .Quarantine my friend.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@scroungasworkshop4663 yup, here too. - _-

[@sheilakahuni569]

Thank you so much I planted my garlic in the same method I want to know how long does it take to form a new bulb

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey Sheila, thanks for watching! Garlic is planted in the fall and harvested the following summer. So 9-10 months.

[@minasaidi9351]

How can I join the group I am in Seattle please let me know if I can join the group thank you

[@gogglespaesano8102]

Once you harvest the garlic, how do you preserve some for planting next season? Any chance of a video on this? Thanks.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Ask, and yee shall receive.....: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJi9aIire6qorbs

[@karleensalmon6612]

You did a wonderful job at explaining exactly how to get it done. I love that

[@JoyandSerenity.]

I grew garlic for the first time this winter just gone. Even with snow and heavy rain they are popping up gorgeously. I used straw for my mulch and it seems to have worked great even though I'm planting in pots. The only downside to straw mulch is that now I have tons of hay seeds sprouting too because I didn't check before putting it down :D

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

That's so awesome Victoria, glad to hear it. I am growing Garlic in containers mostly now as well! For the mulch, you may have found that you're using hay instead of true straw. Straw should not contain ANY seeds at all. I've done that a few times, LOL! Oh well, living mulches are good too! Best of luck. :-)

[@pickledjalapeno9482]

That's exactly how they grow... good stuff!!

[@vincentdellipaoli5719]

I just started watching your videos. I really enjoy watching your videos. This is my second year growing garlic,it’s so easy. I plant the gloves the first week of Sept. by the time the first frost arrives,my plants are anywhere from 12-16 in height. I live on Long Island NY. I do not mulch,and I’ve had very good success. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on Vincent! That's the beauty of Garlic...plant it and forget it....and utilizing a bed that would otherwise lie formant anyways! :-)

[@randomness8819]

I just stumbled here and may I just say I am so happy that I did. Very informative, easy to understand and I love your personality. You make me feel like I can do this. Thank you for your effort!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey thanks so much for that! Very nice of you to say!

[@dicksonjeremy3864]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms blue

[@sharonhightower755]

EXCELLENT VIDEO! YOUR CALM EXPLANATION IS ON POINT ❤

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@sharonhightower755 thanks Sharon, appreciate that!

[@slwarren27]

I have replanted store bought 🧄 and it is now sprouting up😋 can’t wait until we can harvest

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Awesome! You're half way there!

[@tmontero8492]

Excellent info. A few questions... When do you plant? When do you harvest? Does it need to be fed? How to store? Thanks much! You have a new subscriber here from northern CA!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers, thanks for watching. Garlic is normally planted at the onset of fall, overwintered in the ground, and harvested the following summer. The video covers all this, but for more harvesting tips, check this out!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJi9aIire6qorbs

[@juliemcgugan1244]

Followed your guide and am now seeing my garlic sprouting! Thanks for your great tips! This is my first year of seasonal gardening (I used to live in the tropics where it was 30 degrees Celsius all year around, even during monsoon season.) I am subscribing to your channel and will check out all of your other videos! Thanks!

[@larrytischler570]

Garlic is adapted to grow in regions of approximately the same day length. I Iive in South Texas. We can grow Mexican garlic. So we get fresh silver skin garlic from the market in May and keep it for fall planting. If we use other garlic it fails to make bulbs.

[@dominadorfelix1753]

No No

[@rvinjohnl]

@@larrytischler570 what’s the difference between Mexican garlic American girl garlic?

[@larrytischler570]

@@rvinjohnl never heard of American girl garlic.

[@richardtheisen6456]

I've never thought about mulching in the fall, and I've never had an issue, but I'll try it. Why not? My garlic is from bulbs I bought in the produce dept over 20 years ago. When I harvest, I braid a bunch to hang and use in the kitchen . I set aside enough for next year. And I strip enough to fill 2-3 ziplock bags, and freeze those bulbs. All winter, after the hanging bulbs get used, you can take out frozen bulbs, nuke them quick , and chop them up for dishes. The thawed bulbs smash very easy for chopping. Something new this year... Last summer a lot of my garlic seeded, and those seeds started growing before the snow fell . I'm letting that bed grow to see what comes of it this year They've already come up well as of this date, may 1.

[@nataliemanor4458]

I am delighted I found your channel. Great instruction and EXACTLY at the right pace. I love that your channel is more about the instruction then you being on camera. Joining FB. Don't want to miss a moment. Thank you. Natalie

[@simonekelly5176]

Mulch! you’re a genius and you probably just save my cucumbers peppers beans and tomatoes

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Simone, always happy to help!!

[@riccihershey405]

Thank you! This is the best garlic planting tutorial I've watched. You are an excellent teacher! I can't wait to do this. And I love your "herb planters" that hang on the wall. Now ... I'm off to watch some of your other videos!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thank you thank you thank you Ricci! Too kind. Makes my day when one of the videos resonates with another grower! :-)

[@naohimesama]

Thank you for the easy instructions. I am a first timer growing garlic or gardening in general. I think I can try this.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, thanks for watching and best of luck... You can do it!

[@Robert-lz5nv]

Thank you for this well put together instructional video. I learned quite a bit about the proper techniques today, and I cannot say THANK YOU enough!!! Have a Wonderful Day!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey, super kind of you to say, thanks for watching and for the support! :-)

[@vandthebees9249]

Could one use a cactus and citrus potting mix if well-draining mix is required?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey Veronica, could be a bit sandy....with slightly more organic matter (rich compost) I think it would work.

[@josephcliffordmontana4493]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms like fox farm?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@josephcliffordmontana4493 haven't heard of that one!

[@shineyrocks390]

I love your videos. We had our first snow in August it took almost the entire garden. Things like kale and brussell sprouts and and collard greens cabbage, your brassic family they all survived for a while longer but a week a ago we had almost a foot of snow so it took them out of the equation as well. Today it's almost 70* and sunshine SMH I'm asking myself WHY. NOT ONE SINGLE TOMATO 🍅 I did get carrots beans and 300 lbs of potatoes. Potatoes seem to grow the best in this mountain zone 4b. And every single pea plant grew up bloomed had a few peas and then turned white with mildew like fungus and died. I can't really complain I did alright but can use improvement but we can all use a little improvement. I look forward to next year and next season and morning coffee watching you teach me improvement. Thank you 😊 and God bless you.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Holy potatoes!! Wonder why they do so well there for you? Don't fight it, that's just awesome....so many people had trouble with potatoes this year...

[@vincentphilemon3784]

Thanks its some thing new for me to watch.

[@dreamcatcherjulie1]

I love garlic, i have some every day for blood pressure/cholesterol it really works. I got off both those medications. But lately-the last 2 years the garlic has been nasty at whatever store I go to. So I have decided to grow my own on my balcony. I live in a condo but it has a large balcony and I guess it's perfect timing to find this video. Now I just have to find some good garlic that I can't plant!! Thanks for the video.

[@lucylouh2455]

That was wonderful step by step video on garlic planting. Thank you. One question though in our place, we don’t have winter, only rain and dry seasons. Do I have to put mulch? Can I use rice hull as mulch? Thanks for the reply.

[@spiritwings4592]

You can use anything as mulch

[@don3875]

Winter, I usually get 2-3 feet of snow every year. Temperatures can drop to minus 25-30 deg F. Will my garlic survive?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Yes, it will. Garlic is a cold-weather crop. Its meant to be grown over winter. Bury the cloves 3-4 inches and use 4-inches of mulch. Use varieties that commercial growers are producing in your area locally as they are designed for your climate conditions. :-)

[@jackieburnett6881]

Really liked the simple and easy instructions as to how to do planting

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Jackie, appreciate the kind words. :-)

[@yarnybart5911]

Fantastic video, well-placed and super clear. Love hearing the h in herb too. Yay!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Ha ha thanks Yarny!! 🙂

[@PAULMOSESOGUN-x9n]

I just started growing garlic after watching it on you tube Iam from Papua New Guinea

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on! Where are you sourcing your cloves from to plant?

[@PAULMOSESOGUN-x9n]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarmsin a 500ml plastic bottle

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@PAULMOSESOGUN-x9n no, I mean where did you buy your cloves from to get started?

[@PAULMOSESOGUN-x9n]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms okay I see l bought it from the market

[@sharonbrowne2311]

Ha ha....Finally, I don't have to go to the grocery store. I bought my garlic on Friday and was just waiting for your video! Now to go plant my garlic in my veg trug!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Growing Garlic is great once you get into a rhythm Sharon! Harvest, cure, and it lasts right up to just before the next harvest....like clockwork! Cheers!

[@whatsnext2359]

Loved your video! Very easy to understand & learn. Thanks so much! New sub! Can the green part of the garlic plant that grows above ground be eaten?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks! Appreciate it! Yes, garlic greens as well as scapes are perfectly edible.