Here is how to plant garlic and onions in autumn:
1.Preparation of the bulbs: Make sure that the garlic and onion bulbs are well dried and disinfected. Soak them in a solution of potassium permanganate or a similar disinfectant solution for at least two hours. This helps prevent diseases and pests.
- Choice of days: Consult the lunar calendar to identify the most favorable days for planting. In November, the most favorable days are mainly in the second and third decade of the month.
- Planting depth and distance:
- Garlic: Plant the garlic bulbs at a depth of about 5-8 cm in well-drained soil.
- Onions: Plant the individual onions at a depth of 8-10 cm, maintaining a distance of 4-5 cm between them. The rows should be at least 25 cm apart.
- Ideal location: Choose a location where the onions can receive full sun and where the soil has previously been cultivated with legumes, tomatoes, squash or cucumbers. Avoid areas where root vegetables have been cultivated, as this can deplete the soil of nitrogen essential for onion growth.
- Watering: Keep the soil moist during the growing season. Water around the plants, avoiding wetting the stem directly.
- Protection: Protect the plants from frost with covers if necessary. Monitor and treat preventively for common diseases.
- Harvesting: Harvesting early green onions can take place in the spring, while the main harvest of mature onions occurs in the summer.
By following these steps, you can successfully grow garlic and onions in the fall, enjoying a bountiful harvest all year round.