UFC Fighter Irina Alekseeva Shares Garlic Cultivation Secrets
Russian MMA fighter Irina Alekseeva, known for her UFC appearances, has shared her expertise in garlic cultivation. She recommends enriching soil, choosing a sunny spot, and planting garlic in a specific grid pattern.
Alekseeva starts by preparing the soil with compost, manure, and superphosphate. She then selects a sunny spot, avoiding waterlogged areas. Garlic is planted in a 10x20 cm grid, approximately 5-8 cm deep, and mulched for better growth.
She advises removing scapes from fall season garlic varieties to focus energy on bulb development. Watering is reduced a month before harvest to encourage bulb maturation. Alekseeva suggests choosing spring varieties like 'Gulliver' or 'Eelenovsky' for longer storage life, and fall season varieties like 'Lubasha', 'Dobrynya', or 'Germidor' for larger bulbs.
Fertilization is crucial; nitrogen is applied in early spring, and potassium during bulb formation. Regular watering, 1-2 times a week, ensures optimal growth. Fall season garlic varieties should be planted in October, before the first frost.
Irina Alekseeva's garlic cultivation tips include soil enrichment, careful planting, scape removal, and strategic watering and fertilizing. Her advice caters to both spring and fall season garlic varieties, ensuring a successful harvest.
