4. Plant the cloves in direct soil or in modules that are 1.5 to 2 inches with square cavities.
It is best to start them in modules first and transfer them to the direct soil, but that is up to you. The reason modules are the best to start out with is if your area gets a lot of rain in the winter.
The garlic doesn’t need too much water. They just need to stay moist. When you plant the garlic cloves in direct soil, place them in a sunny area. The garlic needs heat to grow, even though, it’s in the winter. When you place them in modules, place them in the sun every day. You may want to take them in when it’s rainy.
Whether you plant them in direct soil or modules, make sure you use free-draining soil. For modules that is fluffy compost and sandy, loamy soil for outdoor use.