Impact of planting methods and clove size on growth, yield and economics of garlic (Allium sativum L.)

Abstract

The experiment was conducted on different planting methods and clove size on growth and yield of during both kharif and rabi season. The harvested garlic bulb yield and size directly related to the planting methods and size of cloves planted. Therefore, appropriate planting methods and optimum clove size can improve garlic production. Among planting methods dome shape method (P4) resulted in maximum plant height 57.22 cm and number of leaves 8.26. Whereas, broad based furrow (BBF) method recorded highest dry matter accumulation (53.57 g) and bulb yield (9.88 t/ha). BBF method of planting with large clove (>1 g) was found to be superior over all the treatments as it resulted in better growth and higher yield. BBF method of planting with large clove (>1 g) was found to be superior over all the treatments as it resulted in better growth and higher yield with highest B:C ratio.