When to Plant Garlic in Menominee County, WI
Garlic is a pungent allium planted in fall and harvested the following summer. Hardneck varieties produce edible flower stalks (scapes) and are more cold-hardy.
Menominee County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 9 and the first fall frost is October 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 148 days.
At an elevation of 547 feet, Menominee County receives approximately 33 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Garlic to ensure they mature before fall.
Menominee County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.1-7.1
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Garlic Planting Timeline — Menominee County, WI
Garlic Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Sowing | August 23 | Aug 23 – Sep 6 |
Plant 1" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
90–240 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 4a
Growing Season
148 days
Growing Tips for Menominee County
Plant individual cloves pointed end up in fall, 6 weeks before ground freezes. Mulch heavily with straw. Harvest when lower leaves begin to brown but 5-6 green leaves remain.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Garlic in Menominee County, WI?
Menominee County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 9. Plan your Garlic planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Menominee County, WI?
Menominee County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 9 and first fall frost is October 4.
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