Garlic can be grown in almost all types of soil, however sandy, slit and clay loamy soil are best for cultivation, however it can also be grown in clayey soil. In heavy clay soil garlic should be planted in raised beds. Soil should be well drained and should be capable of holding water during the growth phase. Ideal pH should be 6 – 7.5 with high nitrogenous fertilizers @ 40 kg/.acre for early vegetative, phosphorus @ 20 kg/acre for better root development, potassium @ 20 kg/acre for critical leaf development and bulb formation. Pungency in garlic is because of good sulfur content. Sulfur should be given @ 20 kg/acre after plants have come out and leaf development has started for better pungency. Also mix the FYM at the @ 4-6 tonnes /acre at the time of preparation of the soil.
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