Planting winter garlic requires some effort for a successful harvest. Without preparing the soil and cloves, you risk not getting the desired result next year. All you need to do is enrich the soil with a sufficient amount of salt, and the garlic will thank you with abundant harvests that will amaze you with their size.
The ideal time for planting is when there are still a few weeks left before the onset of cold weather. For successful root development, garlic needs conditions with an air temperature of up to +12°C. You should plant only large and healthy cloves that do not show signs of rot or damage. Before planting in the ground, it is recommended to soak the plant in a saline solution (2 tablespoons per liter of water) for 40 minutes.
The characteristics of the culture include high resistance to winter conditions, good adaptation to different climatic conditions and the ability of roots to grow even at low temperatures. It is important that the soil is loose, breathable and sufficiently moist.
The landing procedure consists of the following steps:
loosen the soil with a rake and make furrows with a distance of 20–25 cm and a depth of 6–8 cm.
Spread the cloves at a distance of 6-8 cm from each other, vertically or obliquely.
Finish the procedure by watering and covering with 3–4 cm thick mulch (humus, peat, sawdust) to additionally insulate and enrich the soil.
To protect plants in cold regions, additional insulation is required, for example, with branches or straw.
Garlic care in spring begins with cleaning the shelter after the snow melts. It is important to fertilize with nitrogen fertilizers in a timely manner and ensure regular watering and weeding. To achieve optimal yield, it is recommended to water the garlic every 5–7 days.