When is the best time to plant garlic for a good harvest?

[Mikasa]

I really want to grow my own garlic for cooking, but I’m confused about the seasonality. Some neighbors say to do it before the first frost, while others suggest waiting until very early spring. For those living in a temperate climate, when to plant garlic is the most critical question I have to ensure the bulbs have enough time to develop large cloves before the summer heat hits.