If you want to grow big, healthy, and flavorful garlic, February is the perfect time to take action! With the right planting, soil preparation, and care, you can harvest giant garlic bulbs later in the year.
1️⃣ Choose the Right Garlic Variety
For large garlic heads, pick the best type:
✔ Hardneck Garlic – Grows bigger bulbs with strong flavor.
✔ Softneck Garlic – Stores longer and has more cloves per bulb.
2️⃣ Plant Garlic at the Right Time
✅ If you live in a cold climate, February is great for planting if the ground is workable.
✅ If you live in a warm climate, plant in late winter or early spring.
3️⃣ Prepare the Soil for Maximum Growth
Garlic needs nutrient-rich, loose, and well-draining soil.
✔ Add compost or aged manure to enrich the soil.
✔ Mix in bone meal or wood ash for extra nutrients.
✔ Make sure the soil pH is between 6.0 and 7.0 for best results.
4️⃣ Plant Garlic Cloves Correctly
✅ Separate a large, healthy garlic bulb into individual cloves.
✅ Plant cloves 2 inches deep with the pointed side up.
✅ Space them 6 inches apart for room to grow.
5️⃣ Water & Mulch for Bigger Bulbs
✔ Water moderately (keep soil moist but not soggy).
✔ Add a thick layer of mulch (straw, leaves, or grass clippings) to protect from cold and retain moisture.
6️⃣ Fertilize for Maximum Growth
✅ Feed your garlic every 3–4 weeks with:
✔ Nitrogen-rich fertilizer (like fish emulsion) in early growth.
✔ Potassium & phosphorus (like bone meal) to support bulb formation.
7️⃣ Remove Garlic Scapes (For Hardneck Garlic)
✂️ When garlic starts forming flower stalks (scapes), cut them off! This redirects energy to the bulb, making it grow bigger and stronger.
🧄 Harvest at the Right Time for Giant Bulbs!
- Garlic is ready when leaves turn yellow and start drying (usually mid-summer).
- Gently pull from the ground and let it cure for 2–3 weeks in a dry place.
Grow the Biggest Garlic Ever! 🌱
By planting, fertilizing, and caring for your garlic properly in February, you’ll get huge, flavorful garlic heads by summer! Try this and enjoy your best garlic harvest yet! 🧄✨
