Optimizing saffron cormlet production through substrate composition nutrient concentration and irrigation management in soilless cultivation.

ABSTRACT: A two-year study has been conducted to optimize saffron cormlet production in a soilless cultivation system. Variations in the concentration of phosphate, boron, and irrigation events were assessed in the first year. Subsequently, after optimizing the substrate composition, the effects of nutrient solution volume and the concentration of nitrate, iron, and boron were investigated on the yield and weight of cormlets and leaves, photosynthetic activities, and productivity of nutrient solutions in the second year. Irrigation events in the first year significantly influenced cormlet growth, while phosphate and boron had no substantial effects. Moisture characteristics indicated an optimal substrate composition of 15% cocopeat, 15% cocochips, and 70% perlite. In the second year, increasing nutr

SUBMITTER: Naseri E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11696144 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature