Do not peel the papery husks from garlic cloves before planting.
Ensure a distance of 3.9 inches (10.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - look to sow at a depth of approximately 0.98 inches (2.5 cm).Water every three to five days mid May through June.
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Early Italian Purple is a very hardy plant.When the tops turn yellow it is time to harvest garlic.1
It is best to order garlic from a reputable company for growing rather than trying to grow garlic from the grocery store. Garlic from the grocery store may have been treated for a longer shelf life and they may not be suited for your suited for your particular area.1
1 www.almanac.com/plant/garlic