To get a good harvest of winter garlic, you need to properly prepare the bulbs before planting.
One of the most effective methods of preparation is to treat garlic with a solution of special ingredients.
How to Make a Solution for Processing Garlic
A solution for processing garlic can be made from various components that have antiseptic, disinfectant and stimulating effects.
Here are some examples of such components:
Potassium permanganate
Potassium permanganate is a strong antiseptic that helps kill bacteria and fungi on the surface of the bulbs.
To prepare the solution, you need to dissolve 1-2 grams of potassium permanganate in 10 liters of water and stir until completely dissolved.
Salt
Salt is a natural preservative that helps keep the bulbs from rotting and freezing.
To prepare the solution, you need to dissolve 100-200 grams of salt in 10 liters of water and mix well.
Iodine
Iodine is a powerful disinfectant and healing agent that helps protect the bulbs from infection and damage.
To prepare the solution, add 10-20 drops of iodine to 10 liters of water and mix thoroughly.
Ash
Ash is a valuable organic fertilizer that contains many microelements necessary for the growth and development of garlic.
To prepare the solution, pour 1 kilogram of ash with 10 liters of boiling water and leave for 2-3 days, then strain.
How to treat garlic with a solution before planting?
Treating garlic with a solution before planting is very simple and does not take much time. To do this, you need to follow these steps:
• Select quality garlic bulbs that are free of damage, blemishes, or signs of disease.
• Divide the onions into cloves without damaging their skin and roots.
• Place the garlic cloves in the solution for 15-30 minutes, depending on the concentration of the solution.
• Remove the garlic cloves from the solution and dry them on a paper towel or in the air.
• Plant garlic cloves in prepared soil to a depth of 5-10 centimeters, keeping a distance of 10-15 centimeters between rows and 5-10 centimeters between cloves.
