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- Q.Planting Garlic - Does it matter what was previously grown in a raised bed which is where I want to plant garlic? I ...
- Q.Maintenance Of Garlic Chives - With garlic chives variegated (has a Purple flower), should it be cut back to reduce the base size of the ...
- Q.Garlic - I have a white crystal-like sugar where my scales should be coming up. Not all my plants have it, but ...
- Q.Garlic Bulbils - How many times do you lift in 3 year to full size? I planted bulbils this spring. Do I lift ...
- Q.When To Transplant Society Garlic Plants - I live in central Florida and would like to know when it is best to transplant society garlic plants. Thank ...
- Q.Issue With Garlic - I live in Malta, Europe and grow garlic in my field. Every year we have the same issue with the ...
- Q.Can I Use Coffee Grounds As Fertilizer For Garlic? - What is garlic fertilizer? Can I use coffee grounds as fertilizer for garlic?
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Dusty's Mama on
October 26, 2015
6BQ.planting garlic
Does it matter what was previously grown in a raised bed which is where I want to plant garlic? I have 4 raised beds outside that I want to plant garlic in. One had squash, one had onions, one had carrots and cabbage and one had cucumbers 2 years ago. Nothing was planted in the cucumber bed this past spring. Is one bed any better or worse to plant the garlic in?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
October 27, 2015A.Nothing you mention should be an issue with your Garlic bed.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/growing-garlic.htm
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- Asked by
hswebb on
February 26, 2016
4020Q.maintenance of Garlic Chives
With garlic chives variegated (has a Purple flower), should it be cut back to reduce the base size of the plant at ground level on a weekly basis? This is what is being done currently. Are the fumes given off by this plant a hazard to one's health (lungs), as the smell left in clothing and on the skin is quite overpowering? How and when should this plant actually have any attention to it? Any information you can give me or refer me to would be of great assistance. Kind Regards H Webb
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 26, 2016A.You can aggressively cut your Garlic Chives back. They can be quite invasive if planted in the ground.
Keep the plants dead-headed to keep from reseeding.
If the smell of the Garlic Chives bothers you, I would wear gloves when working with the Herb.
Garlic is considered 5x more potent then onions, Garlic Chives are more mild then Garlic.
Here is a link with more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic-chives/growing-garlic-chives-plants.htm
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fairbanklk on
June 23, 2016
worthington, Ontario P0M 3H0 0Q.garlic
I have a white crystal-like sugar where my scales should be coming up. Not all my plants have it, but a good portion do. What is it? What do I do? Thank you
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 23, 2016A.This could be an infestation of Spider Mites. They can lay up to 100 eggs every couple of weeks and these eggs can appear as very fine white salt crystals.
A strong spray of water can be used to dislodge them.
Treatment with horticulture oils or a miticide will help control them.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-treatment.htm
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garyengeleg on
July 1, 2016
Michigan , zone 5Q.garlic bulbils
How many times do you lift in 3 year to full size? I planted bulbils this spring. Do I lift in July with other full size garlic and replant in October or just leave to winter over?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 2, 2016A.Garlic is generally planted in the Fall, weather you are in a warm or cold climate.
Here are several links and articles that will help you.http://www.extension.umn.edu/garden/yard-garden/vegetables/growing-garlic-in-minnesota-home-gardens/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/how-to-grow-garlic-in-warmer-climates.htmhttps://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/growing-garlic.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/growing-garlic-scapes.htm
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dmbrsb on
July 23, 2016
Ocala, Fl 34472Q.when to transplant society garlic plants
I live in central Florida and would like to know when it is best to transplant society garlic plants. Thank you in advance for your help.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 25, 2016A.Spring or fall planting is recommended.
Here is an article with care information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/society-garlic/growing-society-garlic.htm
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Anonymous on
August 7, 2016Q.Issue with garlic
I live in Malta, Europe and grow garlic in my field. Every year we have the same issue with the garlic. It gets sort of sick. Image uploaded. What can I do? Is there a type of medicine I can give? Thanks
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 8, 2016A.I am sorry, but we did not receive your photo. Here are some articles on common garlic problems that will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/common-garlic-problems.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/garlic/drooping-garlic-plants.htm
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brangseng75 on
October 5, 2016
Utica ,NY, 13502Q.Can i use coffee grounds as fertilizer for garlic?
What is garlic fertilizer? Can I use coffee grounds as fertilizer for garlic?
Answered by
Alisma on
October 5, 2016
Certified ExpertA.Yes, coffee grounds are a great addition to the soil for growing garlic. You can mix the directly into the soil where you plan to grow garlic, or compost them first. Here's more advice on fertilizing garlic:
http://extension.oregonstate.edu/gardening/garlic-expert-fertilize-and-weed-garlic-springWas this answer useful?00
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