Growing garlic doesn’t have to be complicated or messy. Gardeners everywhere are discovering a simple, clean, and surprisingly fast method: growing garlic in water. It’s easy, takes almost no space, and gives you fresh green garlic shoots right in your kitchen.
Here’s how to do it step by step, using only natural, safe materials.
Why This Method Works
Garlic bulbs already contain everything they need to start growing. With just water and light, they sprout quickly, giving you fresh greens for cooking and a fun indoor gardening project.
This method is perfect if you want:
- A clean, soil-free way to grow
- Fast results
- Fresh garlic greens for meals
- An easy project that takes only minutes
What You Need
- 1 whole garlic bulb (choose firm, healthy cloves)
- A small glass or jar
- Fresh, clean water
No soil, no chemicals, no fertilizers.
How to Plant Garlic in Water
1. Prepare the Garlic
Gently separate the cloves but do not peel them. The skin protects the clove and helps it sprout properly.
2. Set Up the Jar
Choose a small, narrow container so the cloves sit upright.
Add a little water—just enough to touch the bottom tip of each clove.
Important: The cloves should not be fully submerged, only the root end should touch the water.
3. Place the Garlic
Position the cloves with the pointed end facing upward and the flat root end touching the water.
4. Put It Somewhere Bright
Place the jar on a windowsill or anywhere with indirect sunlight.
5. Refresh the Water
Change the water every 2–3 days so it stays fresh and clean.
Within a few days, you’ll notice roots forming and green shoots growing.
When to Harvest
In about 7–10 days, the green shoots will be tall and ready to cut. Trim them with scissors and use them just like chives:
- In salads
- On eggs
- In soups
- Over roasted vegetables
- In dips and sauces
They have a mild garlic flavor—fresh, clean, and delicious.
A Simple, Fun Way to Grow Fresh Greens
This new gardener-approved water method is a wonderful way to bring something fresh into your home. It’s low-maintenance, natural, and gives you quick results without any mess.
A small jar, a few cloves, and a bit of sunlight—that’s all you need to enjoy your own home-grown garlic greens!
