Growing guide · Vegetable garden and berries
Garlic
Allium sativum
Easy to plant in autumn or spring. Domestic strains give the best crop.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sowing / planting | autumn planting usually in October; spring planting needs about 2 months of cold | [1] |
| Sowing depth | 5 cm, 7 cm in autumn | [1] |
| Seed rate / spacing | 10–20 cm | [1] |
| pH | 6.0–7.0 | [2] |
| Harvest | late August – early September, when leaves yellow | [1] |
| Crop rotation | rotate every 4 years | [2] |
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.