When to Plant Garlic in Florida
In a typical Florida location, plant in fall Dec 13 – Dec 27. Across the state, the fall planting window starts as early as Oct 15 in Crestview and as late as Dec 22 in South Venice. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
Fall-planted crop only; not planted in spring in most climates.
Garlic Planting Dates by City
| City | Fall planting |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville | Dec 8 – Dec 22 |
| Miami | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tampa | Dec 15 – Dec 29 |
| Orlando | Dec 16 – Dec 30 |
| St. Petersburg | Dec 18 – Jan 1 |
| Hialeah | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tallahassee | Oct 24 – Nov 7 |
| Fort Lauderdale | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Cape Coral | Dec 16 – Dec 30 |
| Pembroke Pines | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Port Saint Lucie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Hollywood | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Gainesville | Nov 4 – Nov 18 |
| Miramar | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Coral Springs | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| West Palm Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Palm Bay | Dec 16 – Dec 30 |
| Clearwater | Dec 17 – Dec 31 |
| Miami Gardens | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Pompano Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Lakeland | Dec 12 – Dec 26 |
| Brandon | Dec 9 – Dec 23 |
| Davie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Spring Hill | Dec 4 – Dec 18 |
| Boca Raton | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Plantation | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Miami Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Deltona | Dec 15 – Dec 29 |
| Lehigh Acres | Dec 19 – Jan 2 |
| Melbourne | Dec 15 – Dec 29 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 351 Florida cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Florida cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant garlic in Florida?
In a typical Florida location, plant in fall Dec 13 – Dec 27. Across the state, the fall planting window starts as early as Oct 15 in Crestview and as late as Dec 22 in South Venice. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
When is the last frost in Florida?
The average last spring frost in Florida ranges from January 15 in Sarasota to March 21 in Crestview, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do garlic take to grow?
Garlic typically take 240–270 days from planting to harvest. Fall-planted crop only; not planted in spring in most climates.
Other Crops in Florida
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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