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What to do if onions in the garden beds have started to rot: how to save the harvest
10.05.2023 18:14
There are three main reasons why onions begin to rot in the garden.
Summer residents often encounter this problem. But it is too early to give up on the harvest – the bulbs can be saved.
Why does onion rot?
Experienced gardeners have identified several situations that can cause onions to rot in the garden:
- lack of crop rotation (planting onions in the same place from year to year);
- overwatering;
- planting too early.
Agronomists do not recommend rushing to plant onions. If the soil has not warmed up well, half of the bulbs may rot.
How to save the harvest
Preventing rotting is easier than saving the bulbs. First, it is necessary to follow the principles of crop rotation and not to overwater the plants.
Secondly, soak the bulbs in a special preparation. For example, summer residents use the products "Antignil" or "Kagatnik".
If the bulbs have started to rot in the garden bed, then a solution is prepared from these agents according to the instructions. The agent is applied under the root, since treating the feathers will not solve the problem.
