Although planting garlic is relatively simple and involves few difficulties, it is important to consider that, before starting any business, it is essential to conduct research, dedication, and information. In other words, you need to master the topics related to the field to ensure greater chances of success in garlic cultivation. Therefore, to assist you in this endeavor, in today's post, the website of 7MBoots presents some essential steps for a profitable garlic planting. Check them out below.
There are mainly two varieties of garlic available for cultivation in Brazil. The first, called Nobre Roxo, has a higher commercial value. The second, known as Tropical or Seminobre, is not as popular. However, at this moment, to truly make the best choice, it is necessary to understand the characteristics of each type of garlic to decide which one fits better with the conditions of your property. Furthermore, understanding how to plant garlic involves not only knowing the type of garlic you will cultivate but also understanding the importance of having a good quality initial stock to start planting. Therefore, initially, look for garlic cloves that are free from viruses.
In fact, garlic is part of the group of vegetables that do not demand much from the soil and can yield good results even in less fertile soils. However, to ensure better development and higher quality of the product, it is recommended that you choose soil rich in organic matter, that is light, well-drained, and has a pH between 5.5 and 8.3. Additionally, before starting to plant, some essential precautions must be taken. For example, even if your soil is considered good, you need to remove all the residues from it. It is also not advisable to start planting in soil where garlic or onion has been recently cultivated, as this may lead to the presence of diseases and pests in the area.
Undoubtedly, for your garlic planting to develop correctly, the planting needs to be directly exposed to sunlight for several hours a day. Therefore, look for areas that offer better solar exposure.
Similarly, garlic is not very demanding regarding soil, and can also be grown in various climates. However, obviously, some climates are more favorable than others. For instance, very hot regions with high rainfall are not recommended.
In fact, this is because it is essential that at the beginning or middle of the cultivation period, there is a stretch with temperatures between 0 °C and 15 °C. Additionally, the ideal temperature to start planting is mild.
In fact, the most common way to plant garlic is by using the cloves. To do this, choose the smaller cloves and ensure they are free of damage or cracks. Next, dig a hole 3 to 5 cm deep and place the cloves with the pointed end facing up. However, if you start your planting in a warmer region, it is recommended that the garlic cloves be stored refrigerated (between 0 °C and 10 °C) for about one or two months before planting.
Especially if you are starting your planting in a compact space, you can do a planting without rows with a spacing of 15 to 18 cm between plants. However, if your planting is in rows, you will need to leave a spacing of 10 cm between the plants and 25 to 30 cm between rows.
Indeed, the garlic harvest should begin between 16 and 36 weeks after planting. However, this will primarily depend on the care taken during the cultivation and development of the plant. Therefore, to know the exact point for harvesting, it is essential to pay attention to the leaves, which should be dry and yellow. The most appropriate procedure is to pull the entire plant, without removing the leaves.
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