We Asked Gardeners About Using Garlic in the Garden—Here’s What Actually Works

We Asked Gardeners About Using Garlic in the Garden—Here’s What Actually Works

Barbara Rich / Getty ImagesKey PointsGarlic can be an effective natural pest repellent, but it won't protect all plants against every type of pest, and you need to apply it in the right quantity at the right time.  Planting garlic alongside other veggies could help protect them against some pests. While garlic contains beneficial nutrients, there are much more effective plant fertilizers.People widely use garlic for its many proven health and me…