5 Garlic Varieties You Must Plant in October for the Biggest Harvest

October is the month to get your garlic in the ground if you want large, well-developed bulbs next summer. In this video, we break down 5 garlic varieties worth planting in October: Music, German Red, Inchelium Red, Chesnok Red, and Elephant Garlic. Each variety offers something different — from large cloves and strong flavor to long storage, roasting quality, and impressive bulb size. You'll also learn why garlic benefits from winter cold, how deep to plant each type, proper spacing, mulching, watering, and the simple planting method that works across all five varieties. Whether you're growing garlic for cooking, storage, or next year's seed stock, choosing the right variety and planting at the right time can make a major difference. Plant in October, protect the cloves through winter, and prepare for next summer's harvest. Legal Notice: This video is created under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 (fair use) for educational and commentary purposes. Some visuals may belong to their respective owners. Contact for credit or removal.