Hydrangea garden planting and outdoor care anabel

Hydrangea is still one of the most popular ornamental shrubs. The love of gardeners is primarily due to the stunningly lush flowering, huge leaves (up to 30 cm in length) and the relative simplicity of care. Most species still prefer a warm climate, which makes it difficult to grow shrubs, for example, in the middle lane or in the Urals. However, the Anabel variety is a rather frost-resistant hydrangea. Growing it doesn't cause a lot of hassle.

Description of the variety

When compared with other varieties and varieties, then Anabel has perhaps the most sprawling spherical bush. A lot of shoots are formed, which gives the impression of splendor. Height varies depending on natural conditions and can reach 1-1.5 m, and up to 3 m in width. Hydrangea flowers are small, only 2 cm in diameter. But the thing is that they are collected in spectacular spherical inflorescences, which can be up to 30 cm in volume. Flowering begins in mid to late June and lasts until September. Anabel is a long-lived hydrangea, and one bush can delight you for more than one decade, which is also an indisputable plus.

This variety is very versatile in terms of landscape design. A place for hydrangeas can be found anywhere. It goes well with conifers, irises, roses. If you wish, you can even make a real living wall out of it, which will be covered with fragrant white flowers from year to year.

There is another variety of this variety - this is the Pink Anabel hydrangea. It differs not only in a pink shade of flowers, but also in stronger and more wind-resistant shoots, increased frost resistance. The care is the same as for the Anabel hydrangea with white flowers.

How to choose a landing site?

To begin with, it is worth noting that planting Anabel hydrangea or any other variety should be carried out in the spring (in May) or in the fall (in September), with the first option being preferable. Buy seedlings in specialized stores, pay attention to the root system. Hydrangea at the time of planting may have buds, but should not bloom. The optimum age for seedlings is 2-3 years.

Choose a place for the bush, sheltered from drafts, in partial shade, where direct sunlight is only a few hours a day. There should not be too large trees nearby, as they will pick up moisture.

Hydrangea tree Anabel is not very demanding on soils, but still prefers acidic and with good water permeability, drained.

Preparing the landing site

After the landing site is selected, you need to dig a hole. The size depends on the seedling, approximately 50 x 50 cm and the same depth. The hydrangea has a superficial root system. If you are doing a group planting, then the distance between the seedlings should be about two meters.

It is recommended to pour several buckets of water (4-5) into the prepared hole and leave it overnight to absorb it. Further, a small drainage layer is poured onto the bottom, and then prepared nutrient soil (leaf earth, peat, humus and sand in equal quantities).In no case do not add lime and wood ash, the tree hydrangea Anabel does not like this.

Lower the seedling into a well-moistened soil and sprinkle it so that the root collar is at the level of the soil. The earth must be tamped tightly and watered again. The near-bore soil must be mulched after that. Use peat, sawdust, pine needles or spruce branches, and foliage. If you have a lawn, then you can apply grass that is in sufficient quantity after mowing it. Mulching protects the roots of hydrangea from overheating and limits the growth of weeds, in addition, organic matter rotts and acidifies the soil over time, which is very beneficial for the plant.

Hydrangea Anabel: care

The shrub grows fast enough. Hydrangea care consists in timely watering, loosening and mulching the soil, pruning.

The plant is very moisture-loving, the fact that it does not have enough water will be evidenced by slightly wilted leaves. The best watering option is 1-2 times a week, 3-4 buckets for each bush. It is desirable that it be gradual and slow, for example, a drip irrigation system. Watering frequency can be reduced to one every 10 days if the soil is mulched. It is best to do this in the spring and several times over the summer, while not forgetting to slightly loosen the soil in the near-stem circle.

Anabel is a hydrangea that loves feeding, she needs them for long and abundant flowering. The first time fertilization is applied the next spring after planting. For one square meter, the following nutritional composition is recommended:

• 40 g superphosphate;
• 20 g of urea;
• 30 g of potassium sulfate.

You can use ready-made complex fertilizers, for example, "Kemira-flowers", while strictly following the instructions. At the moment when the hydrangea Anabel is gaining buds, the second feeding is carried out (50 g of superphosphate and 30 g of potassium sulfate). In addition, it is recommended to water the shrub 2-3 times over the summer with a weak (light pink) solution of potassium permanganate.

Anabel is a hydrangea that is quite resistant to various kinds of diseases, but sometimes it can be damaged by spider mites, downy mildew, chlorosis of leaves or aphids. All cases require special treatment.

Hydrangea bush formation

Only shrubs older than five years are subject to pruning, until that time they do not need to be touched. The best time is early spring. Adult shoots are cut 10-20 cm, and annuals can be shortened by 1/3 of the length. Broken, old and often growing branches are subject to removal. You should not cut off weak bushes, since spring is a time of active sap flow, and a painful plant may die.

Propagation of hydrangea

Hydrangea Anabel reproduces very successfully in a vegetative way - by cuttings and layering. In the first case, young shoots are used. Cuttings 10-15 cm long should be cut during hydrangea flowering. Then slightly dry the cut, treat it with Kornevin and root it in light fertile soil. For the formation of roots, cuttings need high humidity and a temperature of 20-25 degrees. In the second case, a strong and healthy shoot is buried in the fall. Already next spring, he will give roots and form a separate bush.

When decorating their personal plot, gardeners are trying to acquire charming plants. Especially if this beauty does not create a large number of worries. The impressive popularity of this combination is the variety of hydrangea. It is better to start acquaintance with this wonderful plant with the Anabel tree hydrangea variety. Such a shrub will inspire novice gardeners and delight experienced ones.

Description of hydrangea Anabel

The plant is a dome-shaped deciduous shrub. The height of hydrangea reaches up to 1.2 m. The crown span is on average 1.5 m in diameter, and adult bushes can grow up to 3 meters.

The bush is densely covered with rich green oval leaves, pointed at the end, with uneven edges, up to 20 cm long. The brightness of the greenery remains until the very frost.

Flowering begins by the end of June. It lasts quite a long time, up to September-October. Flowers are collected in large balls with a diameter of 20 cm, and sometimes up to 25 cm. Formation occurs due to the combination of a large number of small inflorescences, the circumference of which is about 2 cm. Each flower contains 4 petals. At the beginning of flowering, the hydrangea has a light green hue. And as it ripens, it acquires a rich white color.

The shrub grows rapidly. During the season, the bush can grow by an average of 20 cm. The age of the Anabel hydrangea is 40-50 years.

Planting hydrangeas

Each gardener determines the planting time independently. The end of spring is ideal. If planting occurs in the fall, then preferably not late. Otherwise, the hydrangea may not have time to take root and adapt before the onset of frost. It is better to give the plant extra time.

In order for the shrub to please with its beautiful view, you need to responsibly approach the choice of a landing site. Hydrangea does not like transplanting, so you must immediately choose a permanent habitat for it.

It is better not to use sunny places for shrubs. Heavy shade is also not suitable. Planting anabelle tree hydrangea is best done in light partial shade. Light, non-aggressive rays will have a beneficial effect on abundant flowering.

Basically, plants of this kind are planted away from large plants. This is due to the absence of a struggle for moisture, since hydrangea belongs to moisture-loving plants.

The main stages of planting hydrangeas:

1. Before planting, it is recommended to soak the root of the seedling in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. This procedure will disinfect the bush and provide nourishment.
2. A landing pit 40x40 cm is dug. The depth should be about half a meter.
3. With poor soil, peat, humus and river sand are introduced in equal proportions.
4. Gently spread the roots and sprinkle them with earth. The near-root space needs to be squeezed a little. The root collar should be above the soil.
5. Experienced gardeners recommend mulching the soil. This allows you to keep moisture longer. Mulch also protects against weeds and makes it easy to loosen the soil.

After the end of all the actions, the hydrangea is watered abundantly with water.

You also need to know that it is strictly forbidden to introduce ash or lime into the soil. Hydrangea does not tolerate alkaline reactions.

If the Anabel hydrangeas are planted in a row, then you need to leave the necessary spacing between the bushes of about 1.5-2 m. This will provide freedom for the correct formation of the bushes.

Features of hydrangea care

Correct planting of hydrangea Anabel and caring for the shrub is a guarantee of beauty and a beautiful view of the garden area. The ability to create compositions of individual bushes or group them together gives a lot of room for imagination.

The main care is pruning and feeding. Even without these manipulations, an unpretentious shrub will develop and bloom. But proper hydrangea formation and nutrition is also very important.

The peculiarities of the variety include the unusual ability to color the buds in different shades. Gardeners achieve this magic by sprinkling with colored water. By gaining some experience in a similar procedure, you can create several flowers on one bush. It looks very impressive and unusual.

The shrub tolerates winter well and can withstand 40-degree frosts. Young shoots are more vulnerable and can freeze if the temperature drops below 20 degrees.

Watering hydrangea

Hortense Anabel will patiently survive the drought. But the plant belongs to the moisture-loving species, therefore, in order to avoid wilting of the foliage, it is recommended to moisten the soil artificially, by periodic watering.This is especially true for young bushes. With intensive growth, for proper formation, abundant watering is simply necessary.

The need for feeding

Some gardeners do not feed regularly. And the hydrangea develops well and blooms. But the impressive size of the bushes and flowering caps in this case is not expected.

Top dressing for the season takes place in several stages.

1. In early spring, before mulching the soil at the root, fertilizer is applied for intensive growth. It should be dominated by trace elements such as phosphorus, potassium and nitrogen.
2. During the formation of inflorescences, a second feeding is carried out, based on the content of phosphorus and potassium.
3. In the spring, you can spray the plant with a solution of potassium permanganate 2-3 times. This increases the strength of the shoots, which is extremely necessary for the hydrangea. The branches bend towards the ground under the weight of the buds.

Some try to tie the branches to the support. But this action completely changes the whole greatness of the bush.

Correct pruning

The tree-like hydrangea Anabel is beautiful, the care of which means basically correct pruning. This process must be approached responsibly. Improper pruning can completely destroy all the beauty of the plant.

Young bushes should not be pruned until they are 4 years old. From this period, branches should be pruned in early spring. Cuts are made from the ends of the branches, retreating by an average of 15 cm. Young shoots on an adult plant can be cut off by a third. This is necessary for the formation of lush flowers. In the absence of pruning, the buds begin to shrink over time.

Shrub propagation

It is not necessary to buy seedlings. You can take planting material from friends or neighbors. And later, if necessary, multiply.

The breeding process is fairly standard and simple.

There are mainly three methods used:

• growing cuttings;
• reproduction by layering;
• division of the bush.

The latter option is rather risky. If there is no such experience, it is better not to risk it. This is due to the large diameter of the bush. Therefore, dividing the root can damage the main bush. In this case, the damaged plant may start to hurt.

The first two methods are very easy to follow and are ideal for inexperienced gardeners.

The method of grafting consists in cutting off young shoots 10-15 cm long. It is necessary to carry out manipulations in early spring before bud break. It is better to make a cut obliquely. This will create a large area for the root system. After the cuttings are placed for 2 weeks in water or immediately in fertile soil. The temperature for the first time should be above 20 degrees. Cuttings need to get enough moisture on a regular basis. Thus, the cuttings grow for two years, after which they are transplanted into open ground to a permanent place.

The method of propagation by layering is the simplest and most hassle-free. During the period of bud formation, an extreme strong shoot is selected. It needs to be bent to the ground in the middle of the rod and fixed. In the place of the fold, dig it in with earth and water it regularly. The next year, roots will form at the fold. At the base of the mother bush, the layers are carefully cut with a pruner and transplanted to a permanent place.

Diseases and pests

Despite the simple planting and maintenance, the Anabel hydrangea can be subject to several diseases. Therefore, it is advisable to carry out regular maintenance work. For this, a weak solution of potassium permanganate is effectively used. It is poured abundantly at the root.

Major diseases:

• chlorosis;
• powdery mildew.

The first variant of the disease occurs on too alkaline soils. The leaves begin to brighten, the veins remain dark. If you do not take action in time, the bush will begin to die.

At the initial stage of powdery mildew disease, yellow spots appear on the foliage. Over time, a brown tint appears. The leaves wither and fall.

The formation of untimely yellowed foliage and the presence of cobwebs indicate the presence of a pest - a spider mite. If the pest is detected at the initial stage of appearance, then you can get by with a solution of laundry soap. When the state is neglected, one cannot do without chemicals: Fitoverm, Vermitic and others.

Preparing the plant for winter

Hydrangea Anabel is a frost-resistant plant. But it is better to cut young bushes the first time.

To prepare the bush for the winter period, you need to remove all the foliage and remove old or damaged branches. The trunk circle is generously insulated with shavings, sawdust or coniferous needles. The bush is pressed against the ground and covered with spruce branches. Some gardeners, out of inexperience, use polyethylene for shelter. This is not worth doing. The plant can "suffocate" and stifle.

Variety reviews

Planting hydrangeas Anabel and leaving in the open field, judging by the reviews, do not present any difficulties. Even novice gardeners are delighted with these flowers. With a rather insignificant care, an extraordinary decorative effect of the site is created.

Having planted Anabel hydrangea on your plot, everyone will be satisfied. The uniqueness of the decor with the romantic notes of the backyard space will be the envy of the neighbors and the admiration of the guests. Hydrangea bushes can be used as hedges. She looks amazing on the lawn. It is harmoniously arranged with irises, phloxes, roses and many other flowers.

Hydrangea Annabelle is the original representative of its species. The main feature of this subspecies is the unique ability to change the color of its inflorescences. Watering the shrub with a special composition allows you to change the tone of the flowers to purple, blue or pale pink. Experienced gardeners can achieve multiple color changes in a single season. It is worth noting that the Anabel pink variety, popular among gardeners, can be obtained in this way.

Tree hydrangea anabel not famous for its height, the average indicators among adult shrubs rarely go beyond values ​​of more than one and a half meters. But with a relatively small growth, the annabelle can reach a width of more than three meters. In early spring, the shrub begins to grow deciduous and form future buds. Annabelle blooms from mid-summer to early fall. The flowers cannot be called large, but they are arranged quite densely and form hemispheres about thirty centimeters in diameter. With lush flowering, the weight of the inflorescences is able to tilt the branches of the bush to the very ground.

Anabel is distinguished by its strong tree-like trunks, thanks to which the plant is able to endure negative external factors. The shrub can be considered a long-liver, the anabel hydrangea, which is planted and cared for, taking into account all needs, is able to decorate the garden plot for fifty years. An important condition for the well-being of a plant is a permanent location, annabelle negatively perceives transplants and a sharp change in conditions of detention.

Shrub planting

When choosing a place for planting a plant, it is recommended to give preference areas near tall trees... It is in shaded areas that the hydrangea will be able to reveal its full natural potential and please its owners with more lush flowering. In addition, nearby trees will be able to protect the bushes from sudden gusts of wind and drafts, the latter are an extremely negative factor for hydrangeas.

You should not choose places for planting located in the lowland of the site, large accumulations of water can harm the root system and provoke its decay. If the entire site is located in a lowland, then the landing site must be equipped with good drainage. Pebbles, crushed stone, small fragments of bricks or expanded clay can be used as a drainage system.An important condition is the acidity of the soil, acidic soils are the most preferred for planting.

The first half of spring is considered the best time for planting. It is necessary to wait for the period of bud formation on other plants, it is at this time that the ground will be warmed up enough for planting a shrub.

Landing is carried out in several stages:

1. Soaking the seedling in warm water.
2. Preparation of the landing pit 50x50x50 centimeters.
3. Equipment for the drainage layer in the fossa.
4. Filling the landing site with soil. The soil is prepared from peat and humus soil with the addition of mineral fertilizers. The hole is not completely filled, but about one third.
5. Shrub planting. When planting, it is necessary to evenly distribute the root system over the entire volume of the fossa. After that, the roots are covered with soil and slightly tamped.
6. Watering. Use warm, settled water, preferably the temperature is several degrees higher than outside. For watering after planting, 15–20 liters will suffice.

Important! When planting, pay attention to the position of the root collar, it should not be completely covered with soil.

Bush care

Hydrangea anabel is quite unpretentious in care; even novice gardeners can cope with its maintenance.

It is enough to adhere to three basic rules of care:

1. Shrub does not tolerate drought... Regular abundant watering is required. In hot weather, it is recommended to water several times a week. For irrigation, use warm, settled water. Experienced gardeners recommend collecting water in the morning and exposing the buckets to the sun, so the water gets rid of elements harmful to the plant and warms up.
2. The plant needs regular pruning... The best times for pruning are early spring and late fall. The top stems are cut by about ten or fifteen centimeters. When pruning in the spring, it is important to have time to cut the stems before the juice begins to move. If the juice has gone, then it is better to refuse pruning as it can seriously harm the shrub and significantly slow down its development.
3. Mandatory mulching... The procedure allows you to exclude overheating of the plant and protect it from weeds. To maintain the desired acidity, it is recommended to add peat, the layer thickness is at least eight centimeters.

It is widely believed among experienced florists that it is better not to let the shrub bloom in the first two years and cut off the buds that are forming. The fact is that the plant spends a lot of energy on flowering, and if this period is artificially excluded, then the energy will be spent on the formation of the bush itself. Thanks to this, the subsequent flowering will be lush, and the shrub itself will be stronger and healthier.

Fertilizers

An important issue in caring for a shrub is correctly selected fertilizer... Top dressing is applied throughout the entire period of active growing season. Complex preparations for flowering plants are well suited. After the beginning of flowering, fertilizers should be applied with caution; with excessive feeding, the flowers may acquire a greenish tint.

Breeding methods for tree hydrangea

There is nothing difficult in the propagation of a plant, the annabelle hydrangea reproduces well by seeds, cuttings and division of an adult bush.

Propagation by cuttings

It is one of the simplest and most effective ways to propagate tree shrubs. Cuttings are cut from young shoots during the flowering period, it is better to cut off the side ones. Rooting is carried out in a mixture of equal parts of peat and coarse sand; stimulants can be used to speed up the process of root formation. The cuttings are kept in a dark room; to maintain the necessary humidity, they are covered with a jar or a transparent plastic bag. After rooting, you can transfer the young plant to a bright room.

Reproduction by dividing the bush

Division is done at the beginning or end of the season... The shrub is dug up and divided into several separate plants. The division is carried out in such a way that each new bush has several buds and a good root system. The roots must be given special attention, try not to damage the small roots, and treat the cuts with charcoal or cinnamon.

Hydrangea from seed

This method is suitable for breeding work.... Hobbyists try not to grow shrubs from seeds as it is quite difficult and requires certain skills. Seeds are planted in boxes with acidified nutrient substrate. The substrate is prepared from equal parts of peat, leaf and humus soil. To make it friable, you can add coarse river sand. The soil is regularly moistened and complex fertilizing is applied. With proper care, young plants up to 20-25 centimeters in height grow by the end of the season.

Preparing for winter

Treelike shrubs of the annabelle species are distinguished by their frost resistance and even tolerate severe frosts well. They do not require protection or additional shelter, but young plants can still be insulated.

Experienced gardening tips:

• be sure to cut off dead branches and remove the foliage;
• sprinkle the ground around the shrub with sawdust or dried grass;
• press the rest of the plant to the ground and press it with a board;
• cover the plant with a wrap or burlap with the pressed down.

It should be noted that the bending of the plant should be done smoothly, without sudden jolts and excessive efforts.

How to change the color of inflorescences in a hydrangea tree

For similar experiments it is worth choosing an adult shrub... Young plants are not yet sufficiently strong and can react extremely negatively.

To give the flowers a blue tint, it is necessary to increase the acidity of the soil, and periodically add preparations with a high aluminum content. Watering is carried out with acidified water, the recommended acidity values ​​should exceed pH 5.5. It is in an acidic environment that aluminum compounds become soluble and can enter the plant along with nutrients. Phosphorus prevents the dissolution of aluminum compounds, therefore, preparations containing it should be discarded. Do not expect a quick reaction from hydrangea, sometimes it takes a whole season to change color.

For a pink tint, popularly called "pink", it is necessary to lower the acidity of the soil to neutral values. For these purposes, lime or chalk can be added to the water for irrigation. Additionally, top dressing with a high nitrogen content is applied.

It is worth noting that the repainting of inflorescences from pink to blue occurs quite quickly, but the reverse color change can take a lot of time.

With proper maintenance and care, anabel tree hydrangea can become a decoration of any garden. Caring for it is simple and even an inexperienced gardener can grow a beautiful healthy plant. You just need to choose a suitable landing site and follow the simple tips from our article. The annabelle shrubs are beautiful and elegant and are often used to decorate gardens and create hedges.

> Hydrangea tree Annabelle

Hydrangea Annabel is a lush flowering ornamental shrub. Its unpretentiousness is the main advantage over the choice of such plants. In addition, it has a number of additional important characteristics that are not inherent in the rest of the flowering bushes.

What is this plant?

Its appearance is represented by not tall, but wide shrub, which has a round spherical shape. On average, the height is usually about a meter, but in diameter it can grow up to three.

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Branches and stems are thin, they bear few shoots on themselves. Their bark is brown, with a slight grayish tinge. They tend to grow quickly, so the plant needs pruning and bush formation.

The leaves are dark green in color. They are rather large in shape and not much elongated. Their length can reach 20 cm or more. Each leaf has a petiole, which is attached to the branches of the bush. The total number of leaves on the plant is large, which makes it fluffy and rich.

The gorgeous flowering of Anabel, which occurs in early summer and can persist until mid-autumn, adds contrast to the juicy green plant. Individual and single flowers are not large, only about one cm in diameter, sometimes two, but they are tightly collected in spherical inflorescences. The latter, in turn, have significant dimensions, their diameter is about 20-25 cm.

This ornamental shrub blooms in white, but the fact of the possibility of artificial color of flowers was discovered. This is achieved by watering Anabelle with special dyes of the required shades. This is not inherent in all plant species. With a certain division of the root system initially, it is possible to achieve the presence of multi-colored flowers on one bush.

It perfectly tolerates severe winters, withstanding temperatures of 30-35 degrees. At the same time, having planted it once, you provide the site with a flowering bush for almost half a century, since this variety is distinguished by its longevity.

Thus, this plant is actively used to decorate both individual sites and public places. It looks great both separately planted and in certain flower arrangements. It is used in the creation of fences, as living curbs.

Difference from other varieties

There are several dozen different varieties of hydrangea. They differ from each other mainly in certain parameters and characteristics.

Among these are:

• Bush size
• Leaf shape
• Type of inflorescence
• Flowering period
• Color of flowers
• Frost resistance
• Certain favorable conditions for growth

Blossoming hydrangea Anabel

On these points, one can note the main differences between the Anabel hydrangea from other varieties.

Anabel's flowers are always white. The shade can be given to them by an artificial method.

The plant is frost-resistant, and tolerates cold without additional shelter up to -35 degrees.

Prefers partial shade and abundant moisture. He loves light, but does not like the constantly scorching rays of the sun.

Wind and drafts are unfavorable for Anabel.

The inflorescences are medium in size, located on the bush in moderation. Branches and stems are not prone to brittleness.

Anabel hydrangea is chosen mainly for planting in middle and northern latitudes. Given the fact that a large and open space for her (steppes and fields) would not be an ideal place to grow. But a garden plot or a park area are the most suitable options.

Landing in open ground

Before planting a bush in a permanent place of growth, it is necessary to take into account some significant points.

Namely:

• Determine the most favorable place
• Find or create suitable soil
• Know and adhere to the basic rules of the landing procedure

By paying attention to this before planting, you will not have to carry out any additional procedures for your tree in the future. Providing it with favorable conditions at the very beginning, it will delight you all subsequent years with its mighty beauty.

A place

One of the options for choosing a seat

Thus, if you decide to plant this plant, one, or several bushes, first always indicate exactly where it will grow best. At the same time, it also fulfills its main purpose - to be only a decoration, or else a fence or an object for zoning a site, for example.

Most importantly, the place should exclude the presence of constant drafts. Although the plant is thermophilic and lush flowering, Anabel will delight in the presence of natural light, it is strongly recommended to protect it from direct sunlight, especially at noon.Drought and heat will perfectly tolerate only with constant watering.

The soil

In terms of soil composition, the only things to be excluded are chalk and lime. Everything else is permissible for her. Ideally, there will be rich black earth soils, with good drainage and the presence of constant moisture, but not swamps and stagnant water. With its lack, the growth of the bush will be very slow, and there may be no lush color at all.

Landing

It is recommended to plant two or sometimes three summer bushes in a permanent place. This is done either in the spring, somewhere in the middle of April, or in the fall in winter, no later than a month before the first frost. In the case of the latter option, insulation of the root zone of the plant is required.

When planting, a square hole of half a meter is dug for each individual bush, the depth should be about the same. At its bottom, a drainage system of stones, crushed stone or gravel must be placed, this layer must be at least five cm.

Flowering during abundant watering

Then the roots of the bush are placed in a hole, while they must be well spread. Then they are covered with soil. If the soil is not rich in black earth, the soil should be prepared by yourself. To do this, add humus to the excavated earth, you can also add a small amount of sand and sawdust. The bush is buried in the ground before the beginning of the root system.

After planting, the plant needs abundant watering. On average, this is about 2 buckets per day per bush. Spring and autumn are a time when there is no heat, therefore these are the periods most favorable for young seedlings.

Observing all the above rules, the hydrangea Annabel will quickly take root, will actively grow and will be able to delight you with its abundant color the next year after planting.

Reproduction methods and rules

The main breeding methods include:

• Division of the bush and root system
• Reproduction by layering
• Growing cuttings

When dividing a large bush, there is a risk of root damage, which in turn can lead to plant disease. This method is also often not convenient due to its strong growth, and sometimes it is simply impossible to do it without damaging both the shoots and stems and the roots.

Most often they use either the method of growing cuttings, or simple layering. In both cases, Anabelle grows well and quickly. Only simple rules should be followed.

Hydrangea Anabel in landscape design

When propagating by layering, the lower, strongest shoots of the bush are buried approximately in the middle to the ground. This is best done during the period of bud formation, until the leaves appear.

Since it is this time that is most suitable for the growth and development of young shoots and the root system. Thus, young layers grow up to a certain age at the same time as the mother bush, feeding on both their own roots and her.

Cuttings are planted and grown to young and full-fledged seedlings-bushes immediately separately. For this, the upper part of the young branches of the bush is cut by about 10-15 cm. This is done in early spring, in the first half of April. Then they are all planted in a large box or pit with pre-prepared fertile soil.

It must necessarily contain:

• Humus
• Sand
• Peat
• Mineral fertilizers

The distance between each handle should be at least 30 cm in each direction. It is imperative to ensure that there is sufficient moisture. In this way, the cuttings grow for about 2 years, after which the young bushes are planted separately in a permanent place.

Which method is the most convenient, everyone decides independently. One can only accurately note the fact that with the help of cuttings the largest number of future seedlings is grown at once.

Basic care

Hortense Anabel is distinguished by its unpretentiousness. The presence of moisture is indispensable and necessary for it. If there is no natural precipitation in the required amount, then it is simply necessary to water it at least 1-2 times a month.Loosening of the soil will also be beneficial.

Like any ornamental shrub, Annabelle needs annual pruning. In its absence, it can lose its shape and run wild, bringing small and rare inflorescences. It is carried out every year in early spring, removing old and weak branches, as well as overgrown young shoots.

If you feed the hydrangea with mineral and organic fertilizers, then it will very quickly begin to grow and grow stronger, and the buds will be lush and numerous. Most often, special mixtures of synthetic fertilizers, slurry and manganese solution are used here.

While watching the video, you will learn about planting hydrangeas.

Elementary care rules make the cultivation of hydrangea Anabel available for everyone. It can be grown on its site by both a "newly-made" amateur gardener and experienced professional decorators. It will find its place both on a private plot and in public parks, squares and alleys, everywhere it attracts the same attention.

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