New Giant Polyploid Garlic Variety - Shuanggao 8000

I. Variety Origin

This variety was developed by transferring genes from Welsh onion and bitter melon into common garlic through years of selective breeding.

II. Characteristics

Plant height 100-140 cm, wide leaves and thick stems, dark green color, vigorous growth, well-developed root system, strong disease resistance, early maturity. The garlic scapes have a good taste and come to market 8-10 days earlier than other garlic scapes. The garlic bulbs have a moderate taste with no bad breath odor. Under plastic film mulching, garlic scapes yield 1500 kg per 667 sq m, garlic bulbs 4000 kg, individual scape weight 100-150 g, individual bulb weight 300-900 g. Around each bulb, as many as 6-10 bulbils can form, and the bulbils can be used as seed for propagation without degeneration. According to appraisal by the relevant national authorities, this garlic can also lower high blood pressure, prevent human genetic aging and has a beauty effect, can strengthen the stomach and treat diabetes, and regular consumption can prevent cancer.

III. Cultivation Points

Apply 40 kg-50 kg of ternary compound fertilizer, 7500 kg-10000 kg of high-quality farmyard manure, and 150 kg-250 kg of high-quality cake fertilizer per 667 sq m. Plant spacing 30 cm x 30 cm, with 100 kg of garlic seed used per 667 sq m. Sowing period from October 8 to December 30; pest and disease control is the same as for local garlic.