The Garlic Gods Blog

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Understanding Our Shipping Costs: A Note from the Farm
Shipping costs have increased across the board — here's an honest look at how we handle shipping, why we don't do flat rates, and what goes into every order we... Read more...
Garlic cloves scattered in dark soil ready to plant
Garlic Planting Myths: Does Clove Size and Direction Really Matter?
After 10+ years of full-time garlic growing, we're busting two of the most common garlic planting myths — clove direction and clove size. Here's what actually drives a great harvest. Read more...
Garlic Gods freshly harvested garlic bulbs in the trailer before taking it to the cure barn
The Complete Garlic Growing Guide for the United States
The definitive guide to growing garlic in the United States — from choosing varieties to curing and storage. Everything in one place, from the farm to your garden. Read more...
Extreme close-up of an adult Allium Leafminer fly (Phytomyza gymnostoma) resting on a bright green garlic
Allium Leafminer: What Garlic Growers Need to Know
Allium Leafminer is spreading across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Here's what garlic growers need to know — which states are affected, how the pest damages garlic, and the simple strategies... Read more...
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Best Garlic Varieties for Southern Climates
Southern gardeners need different garlic varieties than Northern growers. Here are the best softneck and Creole varieties for zones 7–10, with planting tips. Read more...
Jana Yockey holding a large bundle of freshly harvested garlic bulbs at Garlic Gods farm
Hardneck vs. Softneck Garlic: Which Should You Grow?
Hardneck or softneck — which garlic is right for you? A complete comparison of flavor, storage life, climate requirements, scapes, and braiding, with variety recommendations. Read more...
Year-Round Garlic from Our Tennessee Farm: How We Preserve Our Harvest
Year-Round Garlic from Our Tennessee Farm: How We Preserve Our Harvest
Most garlic varieties store for only 4–8 months, but with the right preservation methods you can enjoy your harvest all the way to the next planting season. We share four... Read more...
Planning Your Garlic Garden for Next Fall: Start Now and Thank Yourself Later
Spring is the perfect time to start planning your fall garlic garden. We walk you through variety selection, bed prep, sourcing seed garlic, and everything else you need to know to have a great harvest next summer. Read more...
Keeping the Weeds Away: Weed Control for Garlic
Keeping the Weeds Away: Weed Control for Garlic
Weed control is one of the most overlooked parts of growing garlic — but it matters more than you might think. Here’s how we manage weeds across a 9-month growing... Read more...
Young garlic bulbs with green shoots growing in rich garden soil next to a vintage metal watering can surrounded by lush green plants and purple flowers
Spring Feeding: How and When to Fertilize Garlic
Garlic loves a good spring feeding — but timing and type of fertilizer matter. Here are five tips to feed your garlic right and set up a strong harvest. Read more...
A group of smiling farmers and family members standing in a garlic field each holding freshly pulled garlic plants with bulbs and roots attached
Garlic Harvesting Signals: How to Know When Your Garlic Is Ready
Garlic spends about 9 months in the ground — so how do you know when it's ready? Learn the key leaf and bulb signals to watch for to time your... Read more...
Garlic Scapes: The Edible Flower of Hardneck Garlic
Garlic scapes are the curling flower stems of hardneck garlic — and they're delicious. Learn when and how to remove them, why it matters for bulb size, and how to make a simple garlic scape pesto. Read more...