Want garlic that thrives in the North?
You’re in the right place. Our certified organic hardneck garlic is bred for bold flavor and cold-climate resilience, just like the farm it comes from. Grown at our sister farm, The Boreal Farm, these bulbs are field-tested, disease-resistant, and packed with vigor from the ground up.
Grown with Purpose
Our garlic has been certified organic from the first clove ever planted and field-tested right here in northern Minnesota. These hardneck varieties are cold-hardy, full-flavored, and reliable year after year. Whether you’re planting or cooking, every bulb delivers bold flavor and deep roots.
How to Order
Preorders are open; garlic ships mid-September. Simply, choose your variety, pick your quantity, and place your order online.
How much to order:
- ½ lb plants roughly a 24″ x 36″ bed
- 1 lb covers about 36″ x 48″
- Plan for 4″ spacing between cloves
Quantities are limited and our most popular varieties always go fast.
What to expect
Garlic is shipped as whole bulbs: cured, trimmed, and ready to break into cloves. Each order is hand-packed with care and includes basic planting and storage tips to get you started.
You’ll receive a shipping confirmation and tracking details when your order leaves the farm.
Garlic FAQ's
Is this garlic for planting or eating?
This garlic is sold as seed garlic for planting. It’s certified organic, field-grown in Zone 3, and carefully cured to ensure strong storage and viability. While it’s perfectly safe to eat, these bulbs are selected and sized for gardeners and growers.
When should I plant garlic?
Garlic is typically planted in the fall—about 2–4 weeks before your ground freezes. In Zones 3–5, that often means late September through mid-October.
How much should I order?
½ lb plants approx. a 24″ × 36″ bed
1 lb covers roughly 36″ × 48″
We recommend 4″ spacing between cloves and planting in full sun with good drainage. A typical ½ lb yields around 20–30 cloves, depending on the variety.
How will my garlic be shipped?
Garlic ships via USPS Priority Mail starting the week of September 22. Each order is packed by hand in labeled, breathable bags. You’ll receive a tracking email when your order ships.
Can I pick up my garlic order?
Local pickup is not available. Because garlic is harvested and cured over several weeks, we’re unable to schedule exact pickup dates. And as the fall season ramps up, our crew shifts into essential fieldwork with a leaner team.
Do you guarantee garlic performance?
We take care to ship healthy, viable seed garlic—but because growing conditions vary widely, we cannot guarantee crop results. If there’s an issue with your order on arrival, contact us within 7 days so we can make it right.
How do I prepare my garlic bed?
Choose a sunny, well-drained location and remove any weeds. Garlic prefers loose, fertile soil with good tilth; think crumbly, not compacted. If your soil is heavy clay, work in plenty of well-aged compost and peat to improve structure and drainage. Raised beds or broad ridges can also help prevent waterlogging.
Aim for soil that’s moist, aerated, and rich in organic matter, not soggy or tight.
How do I plant garlic and should I mulch?
Separate the cloves just before planting, keeping the papery skins intact (its okay if the skin falls off). Plant each clove 2 inches deep, root side down, with 4–6 inches between cloves and 8–10 inches between rows.
After planting, water well and mulch heavily; 4–6 inches of straw, shredded leaves, or grass-free hay. Mulching insulates the soil, suppresses weeds, and prevents frost heaving in cold northern zones.
Pro tip: Lighten the mulch in the spring to make it easier for garlic to push through, then put back on after sprouting.
Seed Collections Built for Zones 3 & 4
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