Growing Garlic in California
Can you grow Garlic in California? Well suited. Season ~26.2°C, rainfall ~439 mm, winter low ~0.1°C. Soil, climate and ROI data.
Decision snapshot
Regional screening evidenceScreening answer: Well suited
Scope: This page assesses agronomic suitability. It does not determine whether cultivation is legal. Check current national, state, and local rules before planting.
- Observed region
- California
- Climate window
- Open-Meteo archive, 2021–2023 daily data
- Resolution
- Representative regional centroid, not a field survey
Assumptions, fit-shortfall, and next checks
A representative centroid and regional climate window cannot establish parcel soil, water access, elevation, infrastructure, labour, contracts, or local farm-gate economics. Use this page to identify the next question, then verify local evidence before committing capital.
Market Demand — Garlic
Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023Is Garlic viable in California?
Garlic is well suited to California: growing-season temperatures (~26.2°C) and rainfall (~439 mm) fall within its 18–30°C range. Garlic (Vegetables, annual) performs best around 18 - 30 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 400 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Garlic in California: what to expect
Rainfall in California (~439 mm/yr) roughly matches Garlic's ~400 mm need, so a normal year needs little supplemental water. Plant Garlic in early spring once the risk of hard frost has passed in California.
Soil and climate requirements for Garlic
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Garlic Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 5 - 8.5 |
| Water Requirement | 400 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 18 - 30 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | Moderate |
Reference yield and price range
The figures below are crop-profile reference values, not a field-specific yield or profit forecast. Local costs, grade, packout and buyer terms still need to be entered or verified.
| Metric | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Reference yield per hectare | 20.34 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 8.23 t/acre |
| Market Price | $1,837 - $4,593 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $65,393 / Hectare |
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