Garlic has a lot of useful properties, stores a supply of valuable vitamins and has long been in demand among gardeners. Today there are many varieties of plants designed for different climatic conditions and types of soil. Lyubasha's garlic appeared thanks to the work of Ukrainian breeders. The hybrid species has become widespread due to its unpretentiousness and good taste.
General information about the plant
The winter type of plant is common outside its native country. Russian and Moldovan vegetable growers successfully cultivate the Lyubasha variety.
General characteristics and appearance of garlic:
- Mid-season, the ripening period takes up to 98 days.
- Shooting variety.
- Height up to 1.5 meters.
- Dense leaves up to 50 centimeters long, width does not exceed 2.5 centimeters.
- The leaves are covered with a moderate waxy coating.
- Standing foliage is densely spaced.
- The foliage color is dark emerald.
- High yield, up to 36 centners per hectare of land.
- Excellent shelf life, subject to storage conditions up to 10–11 months.
- It tolerates transportation well over long distances.
- Cold resistance.
- Stress-resistant to adverse weather conditions.
- Tolerates lack of moisture.
- Not susceptible to pest attacks.
- Increased resistance to fungal diseases, not prone to fusarium.
- Easy to care for.
Reviews from gardeners confirm the positive qualities of the plant declared by the originator. Description and technical data of a head of garlic of the Lyubasha variety:
- Large size, weight up to 120 grams.
- Sharp, piquant taste.
- Round-flat shape.
- Long lasting, garlicky aroma.
- The number of cloves is from 4 to 7 pieces.
- Simple tooth structure.
- The mass of each tooth is 12–20 grams.
- White or yellowish color of the husk, with purple veins.
The Lyubasha variety is suitable for fresh consumption. It is often used in cooking as an additive, pickled and preserved.
Recommendations for cultivation
The garlic variety Lyubasha is one of the winter species. Planting occurs in the fall. Depending on the climatic conditions of the region, the month of planting is the end of September or the beginning of November. The soil temperature should not be below 10 degrees. Late planting is fraught with the death of the entire crop.
Before sowing, the teeth are treated with a solution of potassium permanganate or copper sulfate. Holding time – 30 minutes. The method allows you to strengthen your immune system and increase your growth rate.The following are used as planting material: cloves, single-toothed plants, aerial bulbs from arrows. The cloves are used as planting material no more than twice; when planted repeatedly, they lose their properties.
IMPORTANT! The plant must be planted at least two weeks before the first frost.
To get a good result you should:
- Choose the right landing site. A flat, well-lit plot of land. An insufficient amount of sunlight leads to a decrease in the size of the head of the light-loving plant and a deterioration in taste. The cultivation of garlic beds can be preceded by legumes, green manure or melons.
- Preliminary soil preparation. The soil should be dug up and complex mineral fertilizers added. The depth of digging the earth is 30 centimeters.
- Planting material is immersed in the ground to a depth of 5–6 centimeters.
- Planting is done in rows, the distance between them is 30–40 centimeters.
- The distance between the holes is 10 centimeters.
IMPORTANT! To prevent freezing during the cold winter, the planting should be mulched, peat, hay, fallen leaves, branches, sawdust, and coniferous trees should be used. In case of severe frosts, a layer of mulch of at least three centimeters.
The Lyubasha variety requires compliance with a number of simple care rules:
- Weed removal. Timely weeding prevents the appearance of dangerous pests that can negatively affect the harvest.
- Regular watering from mid-spring, on average 1-2 times a week.
The plant is easy to care for. Healthy garlic cloves are often used to prevent viral diseases and boost immunity.
Gardeners' opinion
Good day gardeners! Garlic variety Lyubasha will be an excellent option for residents of the North-West region. I have been planting for many years and always get excellent yields. I plant in mid-November, to a depth of 5 centimeters. I first dig up the soil and fertilize it with complex mineral fertilizers. Garlic heads are very large, each with 5-7 cloves. The variety is stored for a long time and is suitable for transportation. The plant does not require special care. It is enough to water and weed in time. I didn't find any cons for myself. I recommend!
Alexander Valeryanovich, 63 years old
Good afternoon Last summer, a neighbor discovered Lyubasha’s garlic for me. The variety is unpretentious, frost-resistant and easily tolerates dry weather. I harvest the crop 80–90 days after planting. The plant does not require close attention. If you follow simple rules of agricultural technology, a good harvest is guaranteed. It is necessary to carry out mulching; I use hay for this event. Garlic heads are large in size, weighing about 100–120 grams. You can store it for a long time, up to 11 months. I add Lyubasha’s aromatic garlic to salads, use it for cooking meat dishes, and marinate it. I didn’t find any cons for myself. I recommend it to everyone!
Ekaterina Vasnetsova, 43 years old
