When to Plant Garlic in Weber County, UT
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.
Weber County, Utah is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is May 26 and the first fall frost is September 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 118 days.
At an elevation of 6,211 feet, Weber County receives approximately 18.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Garlic during the growing season. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Garlic successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Weber County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Garlic Planting Timeline — Weber County, UT
Garlic Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest | November 9 | Nov 9 – Mar 22 |
| Fall Sowing | August 10 | Aug 10 – Aug 24 |
Plant 1" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Harvest |
| February | Harvest |
| March | Harvest |
| April | — |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | Harvest |
| December | Harvest |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–240 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
118 days in Weber County
Growing Tips for Weber 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Garlic in Weber County, UT?
Weber County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of May 26. Plan your Garlic planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Weber County, UT?
Weber County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is May 26 and first fall frost is September 21.
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