When to Plant Garlic in North Carolina
In a typical North Carolina location, plant in fall Oct 8 – Oct 22. Across the state, the fall planting window starts as early as Sep 15 in Boone and as late as Oct 25 in Havelock.
Fall-planted crop only; not planted in spring in most climates.
Garlic Planting Dates by City
| City | Fall planting |
|---|---|
| Charlotte | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Raleigh | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Greensboro | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Durham | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Winston-Salem | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Fayetteville | Oct 13 – Oct 27 |
| Cary | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Wilmington | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| High Point | Oct 8 – Oct 22 |
| Asheville | Oct 3 – Oct 17 |
| Greenville | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Concord | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Gastonia | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Jacksonville | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Chapel Hill | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Rocky Mount | Oct 10 – Oct 24 |
| Huntersville | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Burlington | Oct 12 – Oct 26 |
| Wilson | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Kannapolis | Oct 5 – Oct 19 |
| Apex | Oct 11 – Oct 25 |
| Hickory | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Wake Forest | Oct 7 – Oct 21 |
| Indian Trail | Oct 8 – Oct 22 |
| Mooresville | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Goldsboro | Oct 15 – Oct 29 |
| Monroe | Oct 4 – Oct 18 |
| Salisbury | Oct 2 – Oct 16 |
| Holly Springs | Oct 6 – Oct 20 |
| Matthews | Oct 8 – Oct 22 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 95 North Carolina cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all North Carolina cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant garlic in North Carolina?
In a typical North Carolina location, plant in fall Oct 8 – Oct 22. Across the state, the fall planting window starts as early as Sep 15 in Boone and as late as Oct 25 in Havelock.
When is the last frost in North Carolina?
The average last spring frost in North Carolina ranges from March 18 in Morehead City to May 2 in Boone, 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 North Carolina
- 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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