When to Plant Garlic in Kentucky
In a typical Kentucky location, plant in fall Sep 30 – Oct 14. Across the state, the fall planting window starts as early as Sep 12 in Shelbyville and as late as Oct 12 in Louisville.
Fall-planted crop only; not planted in spring in most climates.
Garlic Planting Dates by City
| City | Fall planting |
|---|---|
| Louisville | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Lexington | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Lexington-Fayette | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Meads | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Bowling Green | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Owensboro | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Covington | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Richmond | Sep 24 – Oct 8 |
| Georgetown | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Florence | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Hopkinsville | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Nicholasville | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Elizabethtown | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Henderson | Sep 28 – Oct 12 |
| Frankfort | Sep 26 – Oct 10 |
| Jeffersontown | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Independence | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Paducah | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
| Valley Station | Oct 10 – Oct 24 |
| Radcliff | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Ashland | Sep 25 – Oct 9 |
| Newburg | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Madisonville | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Murray | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Erlanger | Sep 27 – Oct 11 |
| Winchester | Sep 21 – Oct 5 |
| Fern Creek | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Saint Matthews | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Okolona | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Danville | Sep 29 – Oct 13 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 52 Kentucky cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Kentucky cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant garlic in Kentucky?
In a typical Kentucky location, plant in fall Sep 30 – Oct 14. Across the state, the fall planting window starts as early as Sep 12 in Shelbyville and as late as Oct 12 in Louisville.
When is the last frost in Kentucky?
The average last spring frost in Kentucky ranges from March 31 in Louisville to May 1 in Shelbyville, 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 Kentucky
- 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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