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Dill Alligator began to gain popularity back in 2002, after the appearance of the variety as a result of the work of the breeders of the Gavrish company, and to this day it is in special demand among many gardeners. This is due to the fact that the harvest is carried out several times, because the culture throws out an umbrella only at the end of the season. The species belongs to bush crops with a raised large rosette, which makes it easier to care for the plant and does not get dirty during rain.
Description of dill Alligator
The following distinguishing features are characteristic of the Alligator dill variety:
- the foliage of the bush is painted green with a bluish tinge;
- the release of the umbrella occurs only at the end of the season;
- raised socket – large size;
- plant height can reach 160 cm;
- the harvest collected from one bush is, on average, 150 g.
Dill varieties Alligator refers to plants of late ripening. The period of formation of foliage for greenery is from 40 to 45 days, and you can harvest several times. Seeds are ready for harvest in 115 days.
The plant requires a lot of sunlight. Therefore, it is desirable to land in well-lit areas. Dill Alligator, as shown by numerous reviews and photos, is successfully grown in many regions of Our Country, in Ukraine and Moldova.
Characteristics of dill Alligator
Dill bush Alligator is successfully grown even by beginner gardeners. This process is not troublesome, does not require the organization of additional conditions.
Dill yield Alligator
The collection of bush dill can begin as early as June and end only in September. Landing in open ground occurs both in late autumn and early spring, since the culture is cold-resistant and can withstand temperatures down to -8 degrees.
When grown on greens, it can be harvested from 1 m2 up to 2,6 kg of dill. If seeds are collected, then from each 1 m2 receive from 2,7 kg to 2,8 kg.
The yield of the Alligator variety mainly depends on the illumination of the plant with sunlight and the provision of favorable conditions, such as soil moisture and fertility, and the addition of the necessary additional amount of useful components to it.
Stability
According to the description, Alligator dill loves the light, and is also characterized as resistant to cold.
The variety does not differ in high immunity to diseases and pests, therefore, preventive measures, such as seed dressing, will be required.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of dill Alligator are evidenced not only by the description, but also by numerous consumer reviews. Such a crop can be grown both in a greenhouse and in open ground.
Positive characteristics of the variety:
- a large amount of harvest and multiple collection;
- slow stemming;
- the weight of one bush is 50 g;
- the density of greenery, which does not form baskets for a long period;
- foliage succulence.
Disadvantages of the variety:
- late seed ripening (mid-October), which, with early frosts, leads to their darkening and deterioration;
- low germination.
Rules of landing
You can plant Alligator dill seeds in open ground from late autumn to spring. In order to grow new planting material: it is advisable to plant the seeds in early spring, after the snow has melted.
The Alligator variety can be planted for the winter. The best time for this is the beginning of November. A few weeks before planting dill, it is necessary to prepare the soil by adding the following components to it:
- compost or humus;
- potassium salt;
- superphosphate.
Then dig the soil to a depth of 10 to 12 cm.
For planting the Alligator variety, it is also important to choose the right place, which should have the following characteristics:
- open, well-lit area;
- neighborhood with undersized crops: garlic, onions, cabbage;
- light loamy, sandy loam soil or chernozem with an acidity of at least pH 6,3 units.
For planting, it is recommended to buy the original Alligator dill from the Gavrish company. It is worth paying attention to the preparation of planting material. To do this, soaking is carried out, consisting of the following steps:
- Plant seeds should be washed well.
- Spread in a container in a thin layer and pour a small amount of water at room temperature.
- After 20 minutes, add water at room temperature again, since the previous liquid is completely absorbed.
- Now it is necessary to change the water every 12 hours, mixing the planting material.
Soaking the seeds lasts 2 days, then they must be well dried.
How to prepare the site and plant seeds:
- Treat the surface of the soil in the area with a rake with frequent metal teeth.
- With a pointed handy object, form rows 2,5 cm deep.
- The distance between rows should be 20 cm.
- Pour the finished furrows with water and send planting material there, which is then sprinkled with dry earth.
How the Alligator dill is planted is shown in the photo:
Growing Dill Alligator
The variety loves moisture very much, so regular watering is one of the most important nuances of growing.
In addition to watering, top dressing plays an important role. Particular attention should be paid to potassium-phosphorus and nitrogen fertilizers. This will prevent the appearance of yellowness on dill branches. But too many of these components will not be beneficial, since the plant has the ability to absorb chemicals.
In the process of growing, it is necessary to regularly deal with the removal of weeds.
Collecting greens is simple: due to the large size of the bushes, you can safely cut off all the greens, leaving 2-3 branches for the further development of the plant. You can learn more about planting and growing Alligator dill from the video:
Diseases and pests
The most common dill alligator diseases include:
- Mučnistaâ rosa – appears with excessive humidity or during a period of too cold air temperature in summer. It appears as a powdery coating on the branches of the plant. Over time, they begin to turn brown and dry out. In order to prevent the occurrence of the disease, it is necessary to carry out treatment with a solution based on colloidal sulfur.
- Fomoz – This is an ailment characteristic of Alligator dill. May appear during periods of high humidity and high air temperature. It manifests itself as brown spots on the leaf plates, which then lead to death. To prevent damage in the spring, it is necessary to treat the soil with special preparations – Tiram or Fundazol.
- Blackleg – a common disease for many garden crops, in which rotting of the root collars occurs, over time passing to the stems, which leads to the complete drying of the plant. Most often, the lesion occurs when growing dill in greenhouses, where air humidity is in excess. You can prevent the disease by constantly loosening the soil and treating it with Bordeaux liquid.
For Alligator dill, there are 2 types of pests: those that affect the root system and those that live on the aerial parts of the plant. The enemy of the root system is the bear, but for the aerial part, the carrot leaflet, the umbrella moth, and the blind man are common.
To remove pests from the green mass, spraying with the Fitoverm solution is used. To eliminate the bear, the most common remedy is Medvetoks, Boverin.
Conclusion
Dill Alligator has long established itself as a high-yielding plant that does not require labor-intensive care and organization of special conditions. Therefore, many gardeners choose this particular variety.