Concept · 31 articles

Bulb

A bulb is a specialized organ of many ornamental and vegetable crops, providing the plant with nutrients and serving as a tool for reproduction and forcing. Understanding the biological characteristics of bulbous plants, the rules for their storage, and the agrotechnics of their cultivation is critical for obtaining high-quality planting material, managing flowering times, and ensuring high plant productivity in a greenhouse. Knowledge of the specifics of temperature regimes, humidity, and methods of protection against pathogens allows specialists and gardeners to minimize losses and maintain the life cycle of crops at all stages of development.

This collection brings together materials dedicated to the technological aspects of working with bulbous and tuberous crops. Readers will find practical recommendations on forcing popular ornamental plants, such as tulips, narcissi, and hyacinths, as well as detailed instructions on the storage of onion sets and mother plants. In addition to highly specialized topics, the articles cover general issues of agrotechnics, including methods of vegetative propagation, principles of mineral nutrition, diagnosis of diseases, and regulations for the application of plant protection products. This knowledge will help optimize production processes in nurseries and on home garden plots.

Greenhouses and covers For gardeners

Overview of complex mineral fertilizers and plant growth regulators

The article provides an overview of popular complex fertilizers and principles of using growth stimulants. You will learn how to properly select top dressing for greenhouses and take into account the specifics of biologically active substances

Floriculture For students

Organization of production areas and cultivation regimes for flower crops

Rational use of production areas, including greenhouses and open soil, is the key to reducing production costs and increasing the profitability of a floricultural farm. The article examines types of greenhouse structures and temperature requirements for various groups of plants

Greenhouses and covers For gardeners

Technology for forcing green crops in spring hotbeds

Using hotbeds for early forcing of greens allows for maximum efficiency in utilizing land area before the start of the main gardening season. The article presents a step-by-step cultivation technology for onion, parsley, celery, and sorrel, with recommendations for plant care and nutrition