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This topic demonstrates the hole insertion technique for grafting watermelon onto pumpkin rootstock. This method is widely used to improve disease resistance, boost plant vigor, and enhance crop performance. Through a step-by-step visual guide, learners will understand how to prepare seedlings, perform the graft, and manage healing conditions for successful plant development.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Select Healthy Seedlings
- Choose watermelon (scion) and pumpkin (rootstock) seedlings with 1–2 true leaves.
- Ensure both stems are similar in diameter.
- Cut the Scion
- Remove the upper part of the watermelon seedling just above the cotyledons.
- Shape the base into a tapered point for easy insertion.
- Prepare the Rootstock
- Use a sterilized blade or needle to create a small hole in the center of the pumpkin stem.
- The hole should be deep enough to hold the scion securely.
- Insert the Scion
- Gently insert the tapered watermelon scion into the hole on the pumpkin rootstock.
- Ensure firm contact between the tissues.
- Secure and Heal
- Use a grafting clip if needed.
- Place the grafted plant in a high-humidity, low-light chamber for 7–10 days.
- Gradually acclimate the plant to normal conditions once healing begins.
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In this module, you'll learn a simple and effective method for growing garlic sprouts at home. Garlic sprouts are not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients. The technique shown involves using a bucket to shield the garlic from direct sunlight, encouraging longer, tender shoots. This method is ideal for small-scale growers or anyone looking to add fresh greens to their kitchen garden.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Choose a Shaded Garden Spot
- Select a location with partial shade or prepare to create shade manually.
- Ensure the soil is well-drained and loose.
- Prepare the Soil
- Loosen the top 6–8 inches of soil.
- Mix in compost or organic matter to enrich nutrients.
- Plant Garlic Bulbs
- Use healthy, firm bulbs.
- Plant each bulb 2 inches deep with the pointed end facing up.
- Space bulbs 4–6 inches apart.
- Water Lightly
- Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- Avoid overwatering to prevent rot.
- Cover with a Bucket
- After planting, place an opaque bucket over each bulb.
- This blocks sunlight and encourages vertical sprout growth.
- Monitor Daily
- Lift the bucket briefly each day to check moisture and progress.
- Adjust watering as needed.
- Harvest Sprouts
- Sprouts will appear in 7–10 days.
- Harvest when they reach 4–6 inches in height.
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Tomatoes are one of the most popular and rewarding crops to grow, whether in a home garden or on a farm. Preparing healthy seedlings is the foundation for a successful harvest. This module walks learners through the essential steps of starting tomato plants from seed, ensuring strong root development, disease resistance, and optimal transplanting conditions. By mastering seedling preparation, growers can boost yield and reduce crop failure.
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Growing garlic in plastic bottles is a space-saving, eco-friendly method that works well for balconies, patios, or indoor setups. This technique uses recycled containers to create vertical gardens or compact growing stations. In this module, you'll learn how to prepare bottles, plant garlic cloves, and maintain healthy growth using either soil or water-based methods.
- Select Garlic Cloves
- Use large, healthy cloves with intact skins.
- Avoid dried or sprouting cloves.
- Prepare the Bottle
- Use a clean plastic bottle (1.5–2 liters).
- Cut off the top or side for access.
- Poke drainage holes at the bottom if using soil.
- Choose Your Growing Method
- Soil Method: Fill with potting mix enriched with compost.
- Water Method: Fill with clean water and suspend cloves with roots down.
- Plant the Cloves
- Insert cloves 2–3 cm deep in soil, spaced apart.
- For water method, place cloves in bottle neck or suspended above water.
- Sunlight and Care
- Place bottles in a sunny spot (6+ hours/day).
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy.
- For water method, change water every few days to prevent rot.
- Growth and Harvest
- Shoots will appear in 1–2 weeks.
- Bulbs mature in 5–6 months.
- Harvest when leaves turn yellow and dry.
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Chili peppers are a vibrant and versatile crop, valued for their flavor, heat, and nutritional benefits. Starting with strong seedlings is key to a successful harvest. This module guides learners through the process of preparing chili seeds, nurturing them into healthy seedlings, and ensuring they’re ready for transplanting. Whether you're growing for home use or commercial production, mastering these steps will help you produce vigorous plants with high yield potential.
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This section covers the essential process of starting onions from seed. The goal is to produce uniform, healthy seedlings ready for transplanting into the field or garden. Follow these steps to ensure strong root development, disease resistance, and optimal spacing.
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