The best varieties of spring garlic: choose the appropriate type according to the parameters

Garlic has been widely prized at all times. It is known that it contains many vitamins and minerals, and also has an excellent antibacterial effect. It is difficult to imagine a garden without garlic beds, especially since there are a lot of different varieties today.

Consider which varieties of garlic exist and which ones give the best harvest.

Large-fruited winter garlic varieties

Garlic is available with arrow and non-arrow... Arrowhead varieties have an arrowhead shoot in the center of the head. Their teeth are larger, usually in one bulb there are from 6 to 14 pieces, they are located around the arrow. Non-shooting varieties do not have such an arrow; small teeth are arranged in a spiral.

Non-shooting

Highlight the top 5 best non-shooting strains:

1. Odessa 13... The variety belongs to the early maturing. The heads have a flat-round shape, the average weight of one is from 15 to 28 g. Odessa 13 can be planted both in the winter way, that is, a month before the start of frost, and in the spring - in the middle of spring. Garlic scales are white with purple veins. As a rule, no more than 10 teeth are located in one head. Odessa 13 has a pungent spicy taste and good keeping quality: it can be stored without losing its taste and appearance.
2. Moscow... Mid-season spring variety. Great for the Moscow region. Ripens within 99-105 days, reproduces only by teeth. The heads are dense, the weight of one is about 14 g. The teeth are pointed, white, in one head there can be about 15 pieces. The Moscow variety has a mildly sharp, delicate taste, which is why they love to add it to dishes.
3. Saksky... Refers to early maturing varieties. The weight of one head is about 18 g. It is well stored and resistant to transportation. The winter hardiness of the variety is low, but it perfectly tolerates the absence of moisture. The disadvantages include the frequent defeat of Fusarium rot - this is a fungus, due to which there is a death and decay of the roots. The taste of Saki garlic is spicy, so the variety is perfect for pickling and canning.
4. Broadleaf 220... Suitable only for fertile soil and warm climates. The weight of one head is from 80 to 100 g, the color is white with purple veins. Resistant to major diseases, but easily attacked by onion flies. The taste is semi-sharp.
5. Gafurian... Snow-white heads weighing above average - about 40 g. The variety is resistant to rot, but sometimes it is damaged by powdery mildew - this is a fungal disease in the form of a white bloom. The variety has an attractive appearance (see photo), so it is often grown for sale. Also, Gafurian garlic is widely used in the preparation of spices and sauces: adjika, ketchup.

Shooters

The top 5 best shooting varieties include:

1. Gribovsky jubilee... This variety appeared back in 1976. Refers to medium-sized winter crops. It is best to plant it in the fall. The plant is thermophilic, gives a good harvest in open areas. Differs in high resistance to viruses and fungal diseases, as well as temperature extremes, is well stored. The color of the scales is reddish, with a lilac tint.
2. Large-toothed Kiseleva... A winter crop, it is best to plant the variety in late September-early October. Doesn't need special care. Precocious with large heads. The taste is pungent but pleasant. Bulbs are white, round and regular. One contains about 5 cloves.
3. Hermann... Garlic with a complex clove structure.The head is cone-shaped, cream-colored. One onion contains 6-8 cloves. From care - timely watering, loosening the soil and removing weeds. It can be stored for up to 8 months without loss of taste and vitamins. Resistant to bacterial infections.
4. Scythian... Suitable for growing in any region of the country, it was bred back in 1993. The cloves are moderately sharp, so garlic is widely used in salads, soups, side dishes. It is necessary to plant Skif in open light spaces. The harvest is good both in the southern regions of the country and in the regions of central Russia.
5. Gribovsky 60... The denticles have a lilac hue, one head contains an average of 8-9 pieces. The shooting variety easily adapts to any weather conditions. Has an average shelf life. Not damaged by common bacteria and viruses.

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Most popular varieties

It is difficult to imagine a garden without garlic beds. This is not surprising, because the plant has a lot of useful qualities. Consider which varieties of this culture are the most popular:

1. Spas... Differs in a consistently high yield. The heads are oval, one with about 8 teeth. The variety is mid-season, ripens within 110 days. It is better to grow it outdoors. It has become widespread not only in Russia, but also in neighboring countries. Spas is also resistant to the main enemy of cultures - Fusarium. The plant is universal in use: it can be consumed both fresh and after processing. Garlic contains ascorbic acid, essential oils, vitamin B.
2. Bashkir 85... The bulbs should be planted before frost. The variety is resistant to bad weather, therefore it is perfect for planting in the Central and northern regions of the country. Remember to water the garlic in a timely manner and remove weeds. Since the variety is arrowhead, it is best to remove arrows that are too long. Also Bashkir 85 needs a lot of light. The plant is unpretentious and fruitful.
3. Dubkovsky... Another representative of fruitful and unpretentious varieties. It is actively used by housewives for preparations for the winter. The heads are round, purple-cream colored. The presence of nitrogen fertilizing has a beneficial effect on the yield. Harvesting can be done both manually and mechanically.
4. Bogatyr... A winter variety with a lot of advantages: high keeping quality, frost resistance, productivity. Winter shooter Bogatyr has large bulbs. The weight of one can reach 85 g. For planting, gardeners are advised to take only large bulbs. The harvest should be stored in a dry, dark place - this way the garlic will retain its beneficial properties longer. The best predecessors for the variety are cabbage, potatoes, cucumbers.
5. Healer... Non-shooting winter variety. It is intended for pickling, salting, production of sausages. Contains inulin, sugar, vitamin C. The doctor is resistant to frost, gives a stable harvest even in a changeable climate. Its amount will increase if the plant is fertilized with organic substances. Harvesting should be done on time, without putting it on the back burner.
6. Rocambol... The largest garlic (its size can be estimated in the photo). The huge heads of garlic were to the liking of many. The variety is characterized by high palatability, good keeping quality. Rocambol is sometimes called garlic-flavored onions, as they are very similar in taste and appearance. The first mentions of Rocumball date back to the 19th century. The culture needs regular weeding and loosening. All over the world it is grown on an industrial scale.
7. Komsomolets... It is best to plant the variety after legumes or potatoes. Culture likes large spaces and doesn't like shade. Also, the variety needs feeding - as a rule, gardeners use ammofoska. Full fruit ripening occurs 105-110 days after planting.It is best to dig up the plant on a dry sunny day in the morning, and then spread it out in the garden to dry it out.
8. Degtyarsky... It belongs to varieties of spring garlic, has won the hearts of many gardeners. Resistant to drought and major diseases. Grown for both personal use and sale. It does not need special care, the taste is semi-sharp, piquant.
9. Kledor. This culture came to us from France. It does not tolerate weather changes and lack of moisture, so it is best to sow it in late April. Kledor belongs to the elite varieties, characterized by high taste. To get a rich harvest, you need to feed the plant with nitrogen fertilizers. From organic dressings, ash, chamomile or nettle infusion are perfect. Fertilize the soil 2-3 weeks after the first shoots appear.
10. Permyak... The variety was created specifically for growing in harsh climatic conditions. Medium sized heads, spicy taste. It does not need special care, the main thing is to water and fertilize the plant in a timely manner.

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In addition to those listed, the following varieties have excellent taste:

1. Flavor... Favorite variety of Holland, France, Spain, Bulgaria. Arrow variety, mid-season. The teeth are small, cream-colored. The pulp is firm and juicy, with a moderately spicy taste. The main advantage is the long shelf life. Harvested at the end of August. As soon as you see yellow dry leaves, this is a sure sign that the vegetable is ripe.
2. Sail... Garlic ripens 105 days after sowing. From 1 sq. m collect about 1 kg of garlic. It is imperative to loosen the soil, otherwise the quality of the crop may deteriorate. Many gardeners alternate beds of garlic with beds of berries - this way the culture is less susceptible to disease and ripens faster.
3. Sofievsky... It tolerates drought conditions well. Because of this, the plant is grown in areas with a variable climate. The vegetable has a medium-sharp taste, the heads are round. One onion contains about 7 cloves.
4. Alcor... This variety was bred in Siberia. Since the garlic is winter, it is planted in the fall. Before planting, it is best to prepare the soil by adding organic fertilizers. In the future, it is necessary to water the beds in a timely manner and remove weeds. Alcor is widely used in cooking - as a seasoning for a pungent taste.
5. Ershovsky. Mid-season, non-shooting variety. One bulb can contain up to 25 small cloves. Resistant to weather changes, therefore it is recommended for planting in the northern regions of the country.
6. Moscow Region. It grows well throughout central Russia. Bulb weight - about 60 g. The plant is versatile in use, well suited for pickling and canning.
7. Dobrynya... This garlic is resistant to fusarium and a number of other common diseases. It has excellent taste. However, this variety has one significant drawback: Dobrynya is not able to be stored for a long time, after 4 months the vegetable begins to rot and dry out. Therefore, you should sort out the garlic from time to time and throw away the spoiled heads.
8. Lyubasha... This is a winter variety with an average ripening period of approximately 90 days. Despite the fact that Lyubasha is resistant to temperature changes, it is best to cover the beds with foil. In severe frosts, the variety may die. Good taste, juicy pulp.
9. Gulliver. This variety appeared in 2001. It is often confused with Rocumball, which causes a lot of conflicting reviews. The vegetable is rich in amino acids and vitamin C. The shelf life of the variety is average - about 8 months.
10. Victorio... The yellow-white bulbs are resistant to fungi and infections. It belongs to mid-season varieties, the harvest is good. The mass of one head is about 40 g.
11. Yelenovsky. The variety is relatively new. When planting in spring, you need to plant the crop in early spring.As soon as the first shoots appear, you should feed the plant with fertilizers. This can be both organic feeding and chemical mixtures specially designed for this. You can buy them in any shop with goods for the garden and vegetable garden.
12. Aleisky. Great for the harsh conditions of Siberia. Versatile to use. It is also often dried and used as a condiment. It is unpretentious in care, resistant to bad weather.
13. Abrek. Mid-season variety. The pulp is dense, the taste is spicy. From 1 sq. m, up to 1 kg of garlic can be harvested, which indicates a high yield. Abrek is stored for up to 7 months. The bulbs are round, the weight of one is about 30 g. The scales are dry, cream-colored. Like most varieties, it is versatile in use.

Criterias of choice

First of all, pay attention to the following indicators:

1. Adaptation to the weather. There are varieties that give a rich harvest only in warm climates. Therefore, if you are a resident of the middle zone or the northern regions of Russia, it is best to pay attention to garlic, designed specifically for your climate.
2. Taste qualities... If you are a spicy food lover, then you are unlikely to like garlic with a delicate, slightly pungent taste.
3. Some varieties are unpretentious to care for, while others require regular feeding and fertilization. Pay attention to the fact how much time and effort should be spent on growing.
4. Size of heads... For blanks for the winter, it is better to use large cloves, for spices - smaller cloves.

Important! Before deciding on a choice, ask your friends gardeners what variety they prefer. People whose knowledge is based not only on theory, but also on practice, will tell you about the merits of this or that garlic.

Garlic for the northern and southern regions

If you live in the northern regions of Russia, then pay attention to the following varieties:

• Scythian;
• Spas;
• Bashkir 85;
• Healer;
• Permyak;
• Sofievsky;
• Alcor;
• Aleisky.

If you are a resident southern regions of Russia and Ukraine, then we advise you the following varieties:

• Saki;
• Kledor;
• Lyubasha;
• Broadleaf 220;
• Gribovsky jubilee.

Conclusion

Garlic is a storehouse of vitamins and essential oils. He is loved by gardeners around the world. The culture in the care is unpretentious, the main thing is to water the beds on time and remove weeds. Periodically, you need to arrange nitrogen-containing fertilizing for the vegetable.

There are many varieties for every taste: winter and spring, large and small, spicy and not so. Before planting this or that variety, study its advantages and disadvantages.