1. Hydroponic garlic seedlings do not have high requirements for planting time
Because they are hydroponic cultivation, the requirements for planting time are not high. Now you can try it indoors, generally in winter It is not recommended to place it outdoors. It must be planted indoors at a slightly higher temperature to avoid affecting the emergence of seedlings. We generally choose autumn as the best time for hydroponics, which is also the season suitable for garlic growth, so you don’t have to worry about whether it will emerge. Of course, spring and summer are also possible as long as they are handled properly.
2. Choose the right garlic species
If you want hydroponic garlic seedlings to take root and sprout smoothly, you must choose the right garlic species. Generally, garlic with no damaged skin and no insect attack is acceptable. of. A friend asked if garlic needs to be peeled. It can be peeled or not peeled. However, peeled garlic will grow better when grown in hydroponics than unpeeled garlic. I suggest you. Peel it beforehand.
3. Choose the container you like
After handling the garlic seeds in advance, it is time to choose a container for planting. You can choose a hydroponic container according to your own preferences. It can be a beautiful pot or plate, or it can be a finished drink bottle, water bottle, glass bottle, etc. Of course, if you want to decorate the environment with garlic sprouts, it is recommended to choose a good pot.
4. Hydroponics method
After the preparations are complete, put the garlic in a basin and inject a certain amount of water. When placing it, pay attention to leaving a certain amount of water. Gaps, because the garlic will begin to slowly expand after absorbing a large amount of water, which will make the entire space smaller and affect its growth. After planting, place it at a room temperature of about 20 degrees Celsius and maintain it. Generally, garlic sprouts will grow in seven days.
5. Daily management
The daily management of garlic seedlings grown in hydroponics and those grown in soil is different in Shanghai. In the early stage of hydroponics, it is generally only necessary to inject new water without changing the water. , when it grows to a certain height and enters the period of vigorous growth, the water can be changed once, but the garlic must be rearranged, and the same distance must be left. Always pay attention to cleaning up the green algae on the garlic heads to avoid affecting the growth of the entire plant. When harvesting edible garlic seedlings, it is recommended to leave a distance of 3-4cm at the roots to facilitate next growth and harvesting.