asiatic lilies: photos, varieties, planting and care

Description and photo

The first mention of the Asiatic Lily falls on the 50s of the last century. It is a hybrid. The breeding form was developed by Jan de Graaf. Initially, the plant had a blood orange hue. But later, thanks to anthocyanins, the plant had purple, snow-white and pink flowers. Further research revealed a whole group of lilies with a light shade.

Distributed in solitary and group plantings. Grows in garden plots, greenhouses, greenhouses, botanical gardens.

At the same time, the plant height can reach 150 cm. With good care, it can grow in indoor conditions. But in this case, the length of the flower will reach 30-50 cm. When growing at home, the plant may not bloom. The aroma of flowers is intense, tart. The shape can be different: star, cup-shaped, turban-shaped, funnel-shaped, goblet. There is no fringe. Each flower has 6 petals.

Below are the photos of the Asiatic lily:

Pruning

The crown formation procedure is optional. But after flowering, wilted flowers remain on the plant, which must be removed on their own. Together with them, the ovary is cut off.

Seed propagation is used only by breeders. The bolls greatly deplete the plant, after which it will begin to ache. Therefore, at the beginning of autumn, when the leaves begin to fade, the flower growers cut off the branch with the ovary and the seed box. This plant is not suitable for composting. Therefore, it is recommended to burn the stems.

Landing

This representative of the flora does not grow well in calcareous soils. The soil must be slightly acidic or neutral, pH 5.9-6.7.

You can also prepare the substrate yourself. To do this, use sheet soil, turf, humus, peat. For air permeability, crushed charcoal is placed. Very small amounts of coarse sea sand are allowed. Drainage from pebbles, clay shards or natural stones is laid at the bottom of the pot. You can use granite, rubble, gravel or crushed stone.

The containers should be 2-3 cm larger than the root system of the plant. Planting depth depends on the size.

Transfer

in spring time

If you transplant a flower during a cold period, then it will be very difficult for it to take root.

In one container, the plant is grown for 2-5 years.

The transplant is carried out as the pot is filled with the root system or from the speed of ripening of the daughter bulbs.

In both cases, the flower's nest must grow vigorously.

The fast-growing Asian Lily produces 2-3 daughter bulbs per year.

They must be removed from the mother plant.

At 5 years old, the soil of lilies is very depleted, which can lead to flower disease.

The pot material should be earthen or wood.

How to properly plant and transplant lilies is shown in the video below:

Temperature

When grown in open ground, it is a frost-resistant plant. But it is necessary to use the mulching method. The layer of mulch must be at least 6 cm. It is allowed to use straw, forest moss, pine needles, tree bark.

When growing in indoor conditions, the plant must provide a temperature of 19-26 ° C in the summer. In winter, it is allowed to keep at a low temperature not lower than 12 ° C.

Lighting

The plant is very light-requiring. Asiatic Lilies need to provide bright natural light.

In this case, the flower will begin to reach for the light, which will lead to a strong curvature and loss of decorativeness. The maximum curvature can be up to 45 °. In winter, when growing at home, the plant needs additional artificial lighting. Daylight hours should be at least 10-12 hours.

Lily-related signs and reader tips for planting and care

There are both positive and negative signs regarding the lily. In ancient Greece, this flower was considered a symbol of the other world. In 18th century France, it was considered a sign of immorality. However, our negative attitude towards this plant did not take root. Lilies are considered a symbol of purity and purity.

If a girl is presented with a bouquet of lilies, then this is a sign of pure and sincere love. Within the walls of the house, the plant is able to create a favorable aura and harmonize relations between all family members. A lily planted near the house is able to protect the owners from the "evil eye". She also helps to find inner peace for those who are left in separation from loved ones.

All negative signs are based on the fact that the accumulation of a large number of lilies in a closed room can badly affect a person's well-being, cause headaches and insomnia.

Study the main varieties before buying. Once I bought a few bulbs of the so-called bush lily variety from a store. What was my disappointment when, instead of the declared plant, I received an ordinary orange lily. In search of information, I searched the Internet and found that this kind does not exist. "

Lilies, with all the huge number of other flowers, have won the hearts of flower growers. They are most common in flower beds. When purchasing bulbs, we strongly recommend not to fall for the tricks of sellers regarding their new unique varieties that contradict the physiology of the flower. You should buy only varieties that are proven and known to science.

Reproduction methods

Often clematis Tangut is recommended for growing to novice growers, because the plant reproduces simply and is completely undemanding both in planting and in care.

Seed breeding method

The plant propagates by seeds and can be grown both on the site and in tubs, and even in pots at home. Let's look at the whole process step by step.

• If you propagate clematis with seeds, then you can be sure that the new plant will be the same as the parent shrub. Although in some cases the flowers may be slightly different.
• The seeds are divided into several groups based on their size. The first includes large seeds from 5 mm to 1.2 cm. Such seeds germinate rather slowly and the first shoots can be expected for a whole year.
• The second group includes seeds 5 - 6 mm in size, which sprout much earlier in time and within two months to six months, the first flowers can be expected. They bloom quite unevenly, but they are numerous and dense.
• Very small seeds (1.5 - 5 mm) sprout almost at the same time and germination can be expected for 20 days to 3 months.

It is better to keep all the seed material divided into groups separately so as not to be confused.

It is better to plant in spring, and stratify the largest seeds - harden with cold before planting.

1. All seed material must be soaked in warm water for 24 hours and placed in a warm place. The air temperature in the room must be at least 25 degrees Celsius.
2. The composition of the soil is prepared as follows: 1 part of river sand, 2 parts of sod land and 0.1 part of chalk are taken.
3. In the container, the seeds are planted at some distance from each other. Seeds can either be sprinkled with a very thin layer of soil, or not sprinkled at all. Cover the top with foil and put in a dark place, where the room temperature will be within 10-15 degrees Celsius.
4. Young shoots appear 20 to 25 days after planting. It is recommended to expose them in partial shade or in a place with diffused sunlight. It is not recommended to put in direct and scorching rays of the sun.
5. The air temperature is recommended within + 17 - 19 degrees. Some growers sprinkle the seeds on top with a small amount of crushed activated carbon to protect the plants from pests and infections.
6. The soil should be moistened by spraying.Remove the film periodically, all the time increasing the time and gradually accustoming clematis to the open air. It is not worth opening completely young shoots, because they may die.

When two to four independent adult leaves appear, the seedlings are carefully planted in separate pots.

Planting seedlings in open ground

After a month, when 6 - 8 adult leaves appear, clematis can be planted in open soil. The root neck is deepened into the soil by 5 - 6 cm. The seedling itself is planted in partial shade or in a place with diffused light.

Regular loosening of the soil is imperative

It is important to free the land from weeds so that the shoots do not interfere with actively developing

It is worthwhile to prepare especially for the winter period - cut off all shoots and spud the columnar clematis bush. The next stage is carried out in the spring.

Transplanting a plant to a permanent place

A permanent location should be chosen. Then dig holes at a distance of 60 - 70 cm from each other if you are thinking of planting several seedlings. They should be planted in spring or autumn.

The holes are not made deep - up to 10 cm. The tops of the shoots must be pinched in a month so that the bush becomes lush. If it is very hot in summer, then the plant may not stand it and die. To prevent this from happening, you should feed it with fertilizers.

Be sure to mulch the soil in the near-stem circle. Peat or sawdust is used. It is necessary to monitor the moisture content of the soil and water the newly planted bush well.

Reproduction by layering

This method is used in the spring. The branches are bent away from the main bush and fixed in a dug hole 8-10 cm in diameter with earth poured on top.

Only a year later, when the roots have strengthened, the young shoot is separated from the mother bush. Then you can transplant the seedling to another place.

Propagation by cuttings

Healthy adult branches should be selected. Plant the cuttings at a distance of at least 10 cm from each other in a small greenhouse or greenhouse. There should be several buds on the cuttings.

The cutting is planted in the ground up to half of the lower bud. You can treat the root system of the shoots with drugs that stimulate active growth. The air temperature is recommended about + 25 degrees.

Varieties and groups

The shape and color scheme of the various varieties suggests the division of Asian lilies into several main groups. Let's consider in more detail the most famous ones.

Brashmark - hybrids

The original color of the inflorescences is the main strong point of these lilies. On each perianth petal, we can see strokes that resemble strokes. You can see dark shades of purple, brown, lemon, red. But there are also cream, beige tones.

Malvina

• The author of this variety is MF Kireeva, the Michurinskiye Liliy brand.
• The flowers are presented, the form is turbid, half-open, the flowers in the inflorescence are directed in different directions.
• The color is deep yellow, with red spots on each petal. The shares are wide.
• The height of the bush is 70 - 80 cm, the circumference of the blossoming flower is 10 - 11 cm. The variety has a weak aroma.

Black eyes

• A fairly rare hybrid, the advantage of which is large flowers, almost 18 cm.
• The colors are very effective - red petals with black, almost black strokes.
• The bush stretches to a height of one meter.

You can also name such popular varieties of this group:

• Anastasia is a domestic Brashmark. A flower of a delicate rich pink shade with light beige spots on the petals. Brought to the Research Institute. Michurin.
• Elijah - the main tone is cream with orange, a contrasting spot of a dark tone.
• Vanguard is a bright orange color with a golden coating, in the middle is a dark red spot.
• Rostan - flowers are painted in a delicate light orange - apricot color with dark contrasting strokes in the middle.
• Delta - the main tone is rich yellow with dark brown spots. Blooms for a very long time.

Bicolor

This group includes lilies with several shades on the petals. The colors blend smoothly into one another.

Sorbet

• The height of this plant does not exceed 90 cm.
• The flowering period is from June to August. Bulb diameter 14/18.
• The petals are bright pink with a white center and red blotches.

Purple Eye

• The flowers are unusually beautiful - the combination of crimson and purple will not leave anyone indifferent. The diameter of the flower is quite large - 16 cm.
• Coral-colored anthers look no less impressive against the background of a purple core.
• Flowering begins in July and lasts until August, plant height from 90 cm to 120 cm.

In the catalogs you can also find such varieties: Netty's Pride, Satisfaction, Levi, Rosella's Dream, Orange Electric and others.

Tango

One of the most beloved groups by flower growers, as it is simply the pinnacle of breeders' work. The flowers of the speck of a very rich shade in the middle of the petals make the flowers spectacular and unique.

The group appeared in Latvia in the second half of the 80s. The author of the few copies then was V. Orekhov, who had been breeding for at least 20 years. The first varieties bred were rather weak, but gradually it was possible to strengthen their immunity and develop new varieties.

Komparsita

• Belongs to the selection of V. Chuchin.
• The color scheme is simply unimaginably beautiful. Bright purple spots can be seen on delicate peach petals.

This breeder has been breeding lilies for many years. Tango is his favorite group, therefore the most famous varieties of V. Chuchin can also be called: Black pepper, Bambi, Big Panda.

Varieties of other breeding groups: Strawberru and Cream, Grafitti, Heart Balance, Olina, Nettis Pride and others.

Pixie - group

• The group is not very large, the height of the bushes is miniature - 30 - 40 cm.
• The diameter of the flowers is 9 - 10 cm. The shade of flowers is red - burgundy, with carrot - orange anthers.
• Grown as a pot culture. The group appeared not so long ago. However, it is gaining more and more popularity.
• Growing lilies in flowerpots is a gift for many flower growers.

Notable varieties: Tiny Todd, Tiny Icon, Tiny Ghost, Tiny Double You, Tiny Hope, Butter Pixie and others.

Terry

The group is known for the complex structure of the flower. It grows well and is distinguished by abundant flowering.

Aphrodite

• The variety is densely doubled. Stems are dark green, elongated.
• The inflorescence is large, the petals are pink-yellow and the anthers are of the same shade.
• The inflorescence circumference is 15 - 20 cm. The flowering period begins in late spring and lasts almost until the end of June.
• The variety needs mineral fertilizers during growth and development, light-requiring.

This group includes the following varieties: Fata Morgana, Twins Cocktail, Snowboard, Mystery Dream and others.

Lilies Martagon - forest and special lilies

In the classification of lilies, the section called Martagon Hybrids seems to be the most isolated. Lilies, which are ranked as marchons, are famous for their special decorativeness and special character. Some of the easiest to grow, these lilies do not boast a fantastic variety, but they are indispensable for modern landscape design.

We have this lily as a martagon is not so well known. According to the most famous type, all martagons are accustomed to calling curly lilies. Other popular names are also popular - royal lily, locust, Turkish lily. The lily received the last name for the similarity of the shape of a flower with a turban, the outlines of which are easy to guess among any headdresses in the world.

All varieties are called Martagon lilies and hybrids that were derived from five species or basic lilies:

Curly lilies, or Martagon (Lilium martagon) - a tall species with a light edging on lanceolate-oval leaves and pink or purple speckled flowers with possible variations of white, dark wine, purple colors in large multi-flowered inflorescences;

Two-row lilies (Lilium distichum) - a meter-long lily with one whorl of leaves, alternating higher along the stem with alternating large leaves and orange flowers with dark specks and tightly curled petals;

Hanson's lilies (Lilium hansonii) - a large species with powerful whorls of leaves and turban-shaped flowers with widely spaced petals in flowers up to 7 cm in diameter;

Lilies medeoloidny, or Bunting (Lilium medeoloides) - a low, up to 80 cm species with umbellate inflorescences and orange-red turban-shaped flowers up to 5 cm in diameter;

Lilies of the Qingdao, or Tsingtaunt (Lilium tsingtauense) - a large species up to 70 cm high with one whorl of leaves on the stem and several funnel-shaped, red, speckled flowers, unlike other martagons, not drooping, but looking up.

Martagon lilies are found in nature only in Eurasia. They are widely represented in Europe, but also in the north and in the east of Asia create unique massifs. This lily is considered the most common in nature. Species plants are very variable, change the edge, shape and size of leaves, color shades, depending on the differences in the characteristics of the soil. All modern garden martagons are plants in the selection of which this tendency to mutation is used.

Martagon lilies are found in nature only in Eurasia. Darm crook

Botanical description of the plant

Martagon is called the most easily recognizable lilies for a reason. This is a plant with slow underground germination, rather large, ovoid-pineal, scaly bulbs. Martagones are distinguished by the presence of constrictions on the scales. Leaves collected in whorls and straight shoots make this lily massive. Tall, strong, martagons do not look just like single accents, turning into full-fledged members of garden ensembles.

The height of plants from the class marchagon on average ranges from 70 to 150 cm. The leaves are arranged on powerful stems with ordinary or multilayer whorls, lanceolate, with an expanding central part, longitudinal venation and sometimes with a slight edge, which is also characteristic of shoots.

The Martagon lily bloom is not impressive in terms of the size of a single flower, but in terms of their quantity, it outshines any other lily. Varieties, hybrids and species martagons became famous for medium-sized flowers with smooth tepals.

The turbid shape of the flowers with the petals bent upward and drooping pedicels only emphasize how many flowers bloom on one peduncle. Graceful pyramidal inflorescences-brushes, sometimes consisting of 30-50 flowers, look amazingly graceful. The drooping shape of the flowers enhances the effect of a cloud hovering above the compositions.

The flowering period of martagons almost always falls in June and lasts about 3 weeks. These are very fragrant lilies, with a rich, spicy, but very graceful and delicate aroma. Martagons are adored by butterflies.

The color scheme of Martagon lilies is considered very delicate. Delicate, muted, with subtle nuances, shades of color, mainly pink and orange, evoke associations with watercolors.

After flowering, symmetrical fruit pods with heavy seeds are tied.

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Reproduction, planting and transplantation of lilies of hybrid varieties

The most common way of breeding lilies of hybrid varieties is vegetative. For several years, an adult plant forms a nest of daughter bulbs, which are dug up in early spring (April-early May) or in autumn and planted in new places.

In addition, there are other ways of breeding LA and LO hybrids:

• seeds,
• scales,
• children;
• cuttings.

Propagation by cuttings

Planting is recommended in calm cloudy weather, choosing sunny places, well protected from drafts, but at the same time ventilated. Can also be planted in partial shade. Before planting, the soil is well drained, since the lily does not like stagnant moisture, it is loosened to a depth of 40 cm and fertilized. They monitor the acidity of the soil. It should be slightly acidic.

Planting depth depends on the circumference of the bulbs, based on this, the optimal parameters are determined:

Each onion is placed in a hole in which sand has been previously poured, sprinkled with sand again, and on top with garden soil. The sand cushion protects the bulb from moisture stagnation and infectious diseases. After that, the area where the hybrids are planted is watered. If the bulbs were planted in early spring, then the area with the planted material can be sheltered from sudden frosts. In the future, the shelter is removed.

Usually liliaceae are grown for 4-5 years in the same place without replanting. But after this period, the plant should still be transplanted to a new place, since the lily is overgrown with children and it becomes close to them. Therefore, in the fall, when the peduncles die off, the ground part of the hybrid is pruned, a nest with daughter bulbs is dug, they are separated from the mother part and planted in a prepared area. The mother bulb is transplanted to a new, pre-fertilized place.

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