Growing ampelous begonias from seeds

Picking

This procedure is needed only if the seeds were sown in a standard container, and the simplest seeds were used. If the begonia was planted in the form of granular material, then after the appearance of 3 true leaves on each plant, it is placed together with a tablet in a pot or flowerpot and covered with a prepared substrate. After that, each shoot is carefully watered with a small amount of warm water.

If standard seeds were sown, then picking should be done about 50 days after sowing. You can use small containers 10 cm high to plant one plant at a time, or wide pots for several plants at once.

• Drainage is placed at the bottom of the container.
• The same substrate is poured on top that was used for sowing the seeds.
• The soil is lightly watered with water and small depressions are made in it.
• Seedlings are also shed. Then, carefully using a garden spatula, take out 1-3 plants and place them in a new container.
• Sprinkle with soil on top and tamp it slightly.

15 days after the pick, nitrogen fertilization should be carried out. And 22 days after this procedure, the plants are ready for transplantation to a permanent place. If the seedlings were sown in wide pots, then young begonias can be left in them.

In order for the plant to please for a long time with its beautiful appearance and bright colors, it is necessary to take proper care of it and properly. It needs to be fed, watered regularly and removed old dried leaves.

With features growing begonias from seeds can be found in the following video.

Growing ampelous begonia with seeds is quite troublesome, since the procedure requires constant monitoring. But, subject to a number of agrotechnical nuances, the result of the work will bring extremely positive emotions. As a rule, decorative deciduous or ever-flowering varieties of begonias are grown from seeds, but tuberous crops can be grown in the same way (although the process is quite slow, therefore remarkable patience will be required).

The ampelous form of begonias is very popular among those flower growers who love unpretentious crops with beautiful asymmetrical leaves and semi-double / double flowers. What is characteristic, lush flowering, excellent decorative characteristics and extreme ease of care allow even beginner flower growers to grow ampelous begonia.

For plants to be strong and healthy, they need to provide suitable conditions, which should be known before starting work.

Ampel begonia - photo

Table. Conditions for normal development

Ampel begonia. Propagation by cuttings

Now, having dealt with the features of care, we will consider directly the growing procedure.

Content of step-by-step instructions:

Varietal variety

Against the background of the popularity of ampelous begonias, many varieties and hybrids have been bred. They differ in appearance - the length of the shoots, the color and texture of the petals, and resistance. Popular varieties:

• Bella. A variety of European selection. The plant forms a powerful fleshy stem, large leaves. Recommended only for growing in an apartment. The flowers are creamy white;
• Chanson. The most popular varietal group. Its distinctive feature is the increased diameter of the buds, dense double petals. Shoots grow up to 25 cm in length. The color of the flowers is yellow, red or white, salmon;
• Pendula Cascade Yellow. An ornamental variety with dense, bright yellow flowers. The leaves are asymmetrical, the shoots are fast growing;
• Cascade Florence. A perennial and compact plant, ideal for growing in an apartment. The stem and leaves are colored light green. Rose buds are very lush and voluminous;
• Illumination Pink. A popular variety in Western countries that forms dense shoots up to 30 cm long. Leaves are rich green in color, have a heart-shaped shape. Double pink buds.

Hydrangea Cultivation Everlasting Summer

The optimal soil for planting this variety is acidic soil. Even a novice gardener can easily cope with planting and caring for hydrangea Eternal Summer.

Description of planting and care:

1. To begin with, you should purchase seedlings of hydrangea Eternal Summer. Landing in open ground is done in the spring before the buds appear, but after the snow melts.
2. Sunny open areas are suitable for this variety, but shrubs will need darkening at noon, otherwise the leaves and buds may burn.
3. The best option is to plant in elevated places, since prolonged stagnation of moisture has a detrimental effect on the hydrangea root system.
4. Before planting, the site is dug up, weeds are removed and the roots of other vegetation are selected.
5. Then you should dig the planting holes, the depth of which is about 50 cm deep and the same in width.
6. After that, you need to prepare a fertilizer mixture from soil, peat and humus. Experienced gardeners also recommend placing small stones or pebbles at the bottom of each hole to prevent moisture stagnation.
7. The soil should be poured abundantly with water, the selected seedlings should be placed in the prepared holes and sprinkled with a mixture of fertilizers.

Note! After planting, you should periodically check the seedlings, water them and prevent the soil from drying out. Preventive measures and attention are timely watering, loosening the soil, mulching and fertilizing

It is quite simple to care for this shrub, since standard procedures are within the power of novice gardeners.

Preventive measures and attention are timely watering, loosening the soil, mulching and fertilizing. It is quite simple to care for this shrub, since standard procedures are within the power of novice gardeners.

Large-leaved hydrangea Endless summer is a fairly moisture-loving plant. Therefore, it will be necessary to constantly maintain the moisture content of the soil.

It should be watered with rainwater, which accumulates in barrels. If this is not possible, then ordinary water is used, which is pre-heated in the sun.For watering and proper cultivation, the drip method should be chosen.

Top dressing.

Fertilizer mixtures are applied in spring and summer. At the beginning of summer, an accelerated growth of the bush is noted, therefore, the introduction of mineral fertilizers with nitrogen will be required. The proportions of this mixture are as follows: a tablespoon of fertilizer per square meter.

The second feeding is carried out during the period of bud formation. Fertilizer mixtures must contain potassium. Superphosphate is often added in summer.

It is interesting! If the hydrangea blooms pink in the garden, you can feed it with ammonium sulfate in the middle of summer. In this case, the second bloom (new inflorescences) will be blue, and the early buds will remain pink.

Mulching.

Hortense Endless Summer needs cleanliness. For health and beauty, weed removal and soil loosening are required.

Then it is necessary to prevent the evaporation of moisture and overheating of the roots by mulching with bark or peat.

Hydrangea Everlasting summer, the original practically does not need to be pruned. Decorative pruning and removal of diseased or frozen shoots will be enough for this shrub.

Attention! Decorative pruning is carried out only on young shrubs

We take into account the climatic zone

Experienced florists are well aware that when choosing and buying hybrid krasodnev, it is extremely important to take into account the climatic features of their area. So, for many demanding and capricious plants, the harsh and frosty winters of the northern regions and some regions of the middle lane pose a serious threat.

In such climatic zones, evergreen and some semi-evergreen hybrids inevitably freeze out or are severely damaged by frost and subsequently become seriously ill.

Experienced growers recommend using only frost-resistant plant varieties with early or medium flowering periods for growing in areas with an unstable and / or unfavorable climate. Hardy daylily varieties like Pardon me, Frans Hals, Strawberry candy can be cited as examples.

For southern regions with a mild warm climate, evergreen and semi-evergreen hybrids are optimal. Many daylilies of these groups are able to tolerate small and short night frosts. However, it should be borne in mind that when the temperature drops below 0 °, the peduncles of such plants die.

Experienced flower growers recommend giving preference to varieties and hybrids adapted to local climatic conditions when choosing daylilies. Acquisition of rare and exotic hybrid krasodnev for further cultivation in areas with difficult climates is a rather risky decision. Usually, such plants die in the first winter after planting, or they recover for a long time and with difficulty, recovering only by autumn, when the flowering time has already been missed.

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Natural toxins are found in many plants; those that are grown in gardens and orchards are no exception. So, in the seeds of apples, apricots, peaches there is hydrocyanic (hydrocyanic) acid, and in the tops and peel of unripe nightshades (potatoes, eggplants, tomatoes) - solanine. But do not be afraid: their number is too small.

Diseases and pests of water lilies

Nymphaean disease or insect attacks are rare. But sometimes summer residents are faced with the appearance of fungal infections, rot and pests:

The most dangerous disease for nymphs is black rot. It starts from the root system and affects the entire plant. The main signs of infection are blackening of the roots, yellowing leaves, and an unpleasant odor. An infected specimen can be saved only with the help of a medicinal bath:

1. Remove the container with the nymphea from the pond and place in a fungicidal solution.
2. When the exposure time of the drug is over, replace the solution with clean water.
3. Keep the water lily in quarantine for 20-30 days.

If during this time the signs of black rot disappear and the plant begins to recover, it can be returned to the pond. Otherwise, the sick nymph will have to be destroyed.

Reproduction of a beautiful fruit

The beautiful fruit is propagated by cuttings, layering and seeds. Cuttings are carried out from July to August. The shrub also propagates well by layering. When planting by seeds indoors, stratification is required at a temperature of about 5 ° for 20-30 days.

A hole for planting must be dug of a suitable size so that the root system can be freely placed in it. Planting of plants is possible throughout the season.

Kallikarpa branches with bright berries of an unusual color are well suited for creating winter bouquets. They do not lose their shape and color and blend well with other plants.