- Authors: domestic selection
- Name synonyms: Grigoriy Komarov
- Bulb size: large
- Bulb weight, g: from 80 to 120
- Number of teeth: 6-7
- Dry scales: white-pink with obvious bluish-purple streaks
- Color of the pulp: light cream, almost white
- Taste: semi-sharp
- Yield: high
- Ripening terms: mid-season
Garlic variety Grigory Komarov is the result of domestic selection. The species was created on a small farm in the Rostov region. This garlic is a winter arrowhead species. It is also called Grigoriy Komarov garlic.
Description of the variety
This variety has a high yield and shelf life. She is considered one of the most stable. During storage, garlic will not lose its beneficial properties.
It should be noted that the species has a relatively high resistance to frost, infections and pests. He is absolutely unpretentious in care.
Characteristics of the appearance of plants and bulbs
The stem height of this garlic is no more than 120 centimeters. The green part of the vegetation has a tubular shape and a bright green color. The fruits are quite large, the average weight of each bulb is 80-120 grams. Each head contains 6-7 teeth.
Dry scales are pink-white in color. On them you can see pronounced violet-blue veins. The pulp has a light creamy color, sometimes it is almost white.
Purpose and taste
This type of garlic can be grown for fresh consumption. And also it is suitable for all types of processing. Often it is crushed, dried and used as a fragrant seasoning for various dishes. Often this garlic is added for canning.
Ripe fruits have a semi-sharp taste and a pronounced rich aroma. They are distinguished by high keeping quality. They can be stored for up to 8 months after assembly. The taste of the fruit is quite mild, so more heads will be needed for the marinades.
Maturation
Garlic Grigory Komarov is a mid-season variety. From the moment the first shoots appear until the yellowing of the leaf blades, an average of 120-130 days pass.
Yield
This species boasts high yields.
Growing regions
Garlic Grigory Komarov can be grown on the territory of central Russia, as well as on black soil in the south of the country.
Growing and care
This crop should be planted in well-lit or partially shaded areas. You should not plant vegetation in higher elevations. It is better to grow this garlic in places where berry bushes (gooseberries, raspberries) or siderates (mustard, vetch) grew before. For the culture, you should select soils with neutral acidity.
The best option for garlic of this variety will be fertile and light soils. When planting, you should leave free space between the beds (at least 25 centimeters). The distance between bushes in one bed should be at least 10-15 cm.
Grigory Komarov should plant garlic when the air temperature reaches 11-13 degrees Celsius. In the future, the plant, like most other varieties, will need regular abundant watering and fertilizing (saltpeter, azophoska, superphosphate).
In addition, vegetation requires periodic weeding and loosening. It is recommended to carry out both hilling and mulching.
You can plant garlic twice a year. The spring species is best planted in the spring, the winter one is sown before winter. Planting time depends on the region, climatic conditions, varieties, favorable days. It is also necessary to properly prepare the planting material and beds.
Top dressing of garlic plays a vital role in growing. The use of fertilizers contributes to the rapid growth of heads, an improvement in taste, and an increase in yield. There are many ways to feed him: this can be done with mineral or organic substances, as well as with all kinds of folk remedies.
Disease and pest resistance
Garlic Grigory Komarov is resistant to fungal infections, so before planting, the seed does not even need to be additionally treated with fungicides. But sometimes harmful insects appear on the crop. To get rid of them, it is better to immediately use pesticides. But they should be used as carefully as possible in accordance with the instructions. Otherwise, you can greatly harm the crop.
Review overview
Most gardeners have left positive reviews about this garlic variety. Separately, it was noted that the variety is large in size. In the process of growing, the culture practically does not get sick, it is extremely rarely damaged by pests.
According to gardeners, this variety allows for a large, healthy harvest. In addition, it can fully grow and develop even under adverse weather conditions. Garlic Grigory Komarov is able to be stored for a long period without losing its beneficial properties.
