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Spring varieties of garlic are valued because, if planted in the spring, the heads are fully ripe by the end of summer and, as a rule, can be stored for a long time. For cultivation, it is important to choose productive and disease-resistant species. Gulliver's garlic is distinguished by massive bulbs with large teeth and immunity to infections and pests.
Garlic variety Gulliver is undemanding to weather conditions and soil composition
History of selection
The Gulliver garlic variety was bred in Russia, but, by universal recognition, the taste and other consumer qualities of the product meet international standards. The originator of the culture is the Federal Scientific Center for Vegetable Growing, located in the Moscow region. The garden plant is perfectly adapted to climate conditions, ranging from the subtropics to the northern regions of the temperate zone.
Description of the garlic variety Gulliver
Gulliver garlic is included in the category of spring, bolting varieties. A mature vegetable crop has 8-12 feather leaves of rich green color, 50-60 cm long. A distinctive quality is a dense waxy coating on the feathers.The rounded heads are large, embossed, weighing from 90 to 300 g, with teeth of white or gray-lilac color.
Taste qualities
The Gulliver variety has a traditionally sharp, vigorous taste. The white pulp of the cloves is dense and juicy. The bulb exudes a pronounced garlic aroma.
Ripening and yield
Gulliver garlic belongs to the category of mid-late varieties. The growing season of the plant is 87-98 days. Productivity reaches 1 kg of bulbs per 1 m2. The collected product can be stored for up to eight months.
Disease resistance
Gardeners note the special resistance of the Gulliver variety to diseases, provided that the rules of agricultural technology are followed.
Excessive watering and damp weather can lead to the development of fungal infections:
- white rot;
- black mold;
- powdery mildew.
The main preventive measure is to prevent the plantings from becoming too dense. In June, it is recommended to thin out the beds if the heads are very large. In early July, it is advisable to fertilize with ammonium sulfate. The following drugs are used as fungicides:
- Fitosporin;
- Bitoxibacillin;
- Gamair-T.
Under unfavorable conditions, garden crops may be susceptible to insect invasion. The main plant pests are:
- stem nematode;
- onion fly;
- root mite;
- thrips.
Most often, young shoots suffer from stem nematode. In order to protect against the pest, which mercilessly destroys the plant, calendula or chicory are planted next to the garden bed.
Growing regions
Gulliver's garlic has a high level of stamina. The variety is used for planting in most Russian regions and neighboring countries. The species grows equally well and produces an excellent harvest in private gardens and large farms.
Advantages and disadvantages
Large heads with fairly large cloves are the quality of a vegetable crop, which is considered the most valuable by farmers and consumers.
The originators note that the Gulliver garlic variety is distinguished by high and stable yields
Pros:
- stable immunity to diseases;
- excellent product characteristics;
- good keeping quality;
- frost resistance.
Minuses:
- strict adherence to the rules of agricultural technology during cultivation and care is required.
Landing rules
Properly organized and timely planting is a prerequisite for obtaining a quick harvest. Gulliver garlic is recommended to be planted in early spring. In central Russia, this time falls at the beginning of April; in the southern regions, garlic can be planted already in March, in the northern regions - in early May.
An important factor is determining the location for cultivation. It is preferable to choose a bright area with good drainage. Loamy or humus-rich soils are suitable for growing vegetables. It is advisable to carry out preliminary preparation of the land (loosening and fertilizing) in the fall. Then in the spring the soil will be softer and more nutritious.
Mineral complexes and organic substances should be used as fertilizing. The optimal composition of fertilizer for garlic:
- humus – 5 kg;
- superphosphate – 20 g (tablespoon);
- potassium chloride – 15 g.
When the pH is shifted to the “acidic” side, the soil must be treated with dolomite flour, chalk powder or slaked lime. After soil preparation is completed, garlic is planted.
The work algorithm is as follows:
- Large cloves are sorted from small ones, as they differ in growth rate.
- Soak the garlic cloves in potassium permanganate or a solution of a biostimulating substance.
- Planted at a distance of 8 cm from each other, 25 cm between the beds. Recommended planting depth is 5-8 cm.
After planting is completed, the bed should be mulched with peat or agrofibre. The protective layer helps retain moisture in the soil and reduces the number of weeds.
Warming the soil to a temperature of +5 0C is a necessary condition for planting the Gulliver variety
Care instructions
Properly organized care guarantees an excellent harvest. Throughout the growing season, it is important to perform the following agricultural procedures:
- Organization of abundant watering during the active growth of greenery. With the appearance of the sixth sheet, the frequency of procedures is reduced.
- Loosening the soil the day after watering.
- Apply fertilizing after feathers appear.
- Preventive treatment with fungicides.
July is harvest time. The collected Gulliver garlic is sorted, dried and sorted by the size of the heads. A cool, dry place is suitable for keeping the bulbs.
Features of the variety, growing and storage conditions are presented in:
Conclusion
Gulliver garlic has high taste characteristics. In terms of consumer qualities, the product is comparable to the best varieties of Dutch selection. Compliance with the rules of agricultural technology allows you to get an excellent harvest of vegetable crops when grown in different climatic zones.
