Leukotoe in landscape design
Leukotoe in landscape design
Neat bushes with colorful leaves and bunches of snow-white inflorescences are ideal for small backyards, group planting in a large area looks no less impressive.
Leukotoe in the garden in autumn photo
Formative pruning allows for an interesting look. The most successful leukotoe bushes fit into tree and shrub compositions and heather gardens.
Leukotoe in a hone of rest photo
Bushes with crimson leaves fit wonderfully harmoniously into any corner of the garden, bringing bright colors into the compositions and endowing even a simple composition with originality, they look original even in individual plantings. With this amazing plant, you can give room to imagination and be sure that only an enchanting, bright and successful composition will turn out.
Leukotoe in the garden photo
The shrub looks advantageous against the background of dark green ornamental deciduous plants, next to conifers and variegated light green plants, as well as golden forms of aurea, fescue, canary grass, sporobol, oats look beautiful next to it.
Propagation of encianthus by cuttings and layering
When propagating by cuttings, ten centimeter cuttings should be cut from young branches in August and rooted in the ground, creating a greenhouse atmosphere. The root system begins to form in about a month and a half. Young plants can be transplanted into open ground as early as next spring.
Reproduction by layering is considered the easiest and most popular method among gardeners. Layers are taken from the lower shoots inclined to the ground. To make a layering, it is necessary to bury a part of the shoot at a distance of 20 centimeters from the top in a small hole formed in the soil, sprinkle it with earth and moisten. You can also sprinkle some compost on top.
From time to time, the layering needs to be moistened. When new branches appear on it, this will indicate that a root system has formed and the young plant can be cut off from the mother plant, followed by transplantation into open ground.
Enkianthus care
According to the requirements for soils, the campanulate enkianthus is close to other oriental beauties - rhododendrons. It only grows on acidic or at least slightly acidic soils, while the soil at the planting site should also be fertile, moist and allow moisture to pass through well. But the encianthus is less demanding for lighting. That is, he can "settle" in the bright sun, and in the cool partial shade.
Enkianthus are demanding on soil moisture, so they should be watered irregularly, and if necessary. At the same time, it is necessary to control the moisture content of the soil and prevent it from completely drying out or excessive moisture. In particular, the soil should always remain slightly damp. Enkianthus growing in the bright sun must be additionally sprayed and watered regularly. Enkianthus is fed in the spring by applying a special fertilizer for rhododendrons along with compost directly into the soil. Due to the superficial root system, loosening of the soil cannot be carried out.
Other rules for care
Enkianthus by nature have a loose, light, non-massive crown and it is absolutely impossible to cut them off. Those shrubs that have undergone formative pruning at least once lose the decorative effect of flowering. In particular, it becomes scarce and short-lived. Shelter for the winter should be made complete. That is, it is necessary to mulch the soil, bend the shoots, cover with spruce branches and a dry leaf, and on top with non-woven material and snow.
Enkianthus seedlings are planted in the spring, digging a shallow planting hole according to the size of the roots. In order to avoid stagnation of water, additional drainage is laid, and an equal share of sand must be added to the garden soil. To increase the acidity, it is advisable to add coniferous compost to the soil. After planting, the soil should be mulched not with peat or dry sawdust, but only with crushed bark. Mulching is renewed several times per season, necessarily in spring and summer. In autumn, a layer of compost is added to the usual mulching. Under no circumstances should a lawn or ground cover be planted under the encianthus, the trunk circle should always remain unfilled and mulched.
Enkianthus is propagated only by half-woody cuttings, while they can be rooted in late summer or early autumn.
In landscape design, enkianthus is used mainly as a spectacular autumn plant. It comes to the fore only at the end of the gardening season. But its amazing bloom will be a decoration of any garden. In fact, thanks to its unique decorative qualities, the encianthus retains its beauty throughout the season.
It can be planted in open ground and covered for the winter. It can also be grown as a tub crop, which is a houseplant from late autumn to April. Enkianthus is planted both as a tapeworm and in hedges. But they grow in groups quite rarely: it is impossible to appreciate the elegance and unique "lightness" of the amazing Japanese shrub. It goes well only with other "Japanese" plants - bamboo, rhododendrons, scumpia.
Enkianthus bell-shaped: features of the species
Enkianthus is unpretentious in care, but, unfortunately, it cannot be called completely winter-hardy. In open ground without a reliable shelter, it will withstand a drop in temperature only to minus 20 ° C, but with proper care in a reliable "snowdrift", it will endure the most severe frosts without freezing. And if the winter is stably snowy, even without shelter, the bell enkianthus will withstand it without problems. Let's get acquainted with a charming Japanese man and the peculiarities of his cultivation.
Enkianthus campanulatus is growing to two, and sometimes three meters wide open bush with sparsely located branches. They do not create, for all their plurality, the effect of a lush and "heavy" crown. The loose, asymmetrical, almost weightless crown is surprisingly delicate and graceful. It is formed by red branches growing vertically upward. The shrub, native to the northern mountain ranges of Japan, has highly branched but superficial roots. Each branch releases numerous lateral shoots, creating a beautifully diverging pattern of complex structure.
How Enkianthus bellflower blooms
Usually, all large branches are located at a sufficient distance and are fully visible. One of the main decorations of the encianthus is elliptical, up to 7 cm in length, bright green, almost herbaceous leaves, collected in bunches at the ends of the shoots and lateral branches. A bright outfit of deciduous "clouds" surprisingly refreshes the familiar greenery in the garden. It serves as a spectacular decoration after the flowering period. In autumn, campanulate enkianthus changes its bright green crown to an imposing crimson outfit that stays on the branches for quite a long time.
It is believed that, despite the extraordinary flowering, the most beautiful encianthus is in autumn. Enkianthus blooms even before the leaves bloom. In the spring, he releases inflorescences, collected in drooping, hanging from the branches vertically down. Leaves are located above them with fancy umbrellas. Small but showy bell flowers, reminiscent of lilies of the valley, are painted in "basic" cream or yellowish, colored with bright, deeply dark pink veins, more often - at the tips of the flower. The inflorescences are umbrella-shaped in shape, rather dense: the flowers in them droop in strict rows-tiers. Flowering lasts from 3 weeks.
Decorative and useful properties of broom
The broom can be used to decorate rooms and gardens. On the site, they are excellent in solo and group plantings. Bushes planted in a row will create a hedge. Large boulders look organically near the broom thickets. Conifers, lilies of the valley, lavender, antennae will be good neighbors.
Zharnovets paniculata is an excellent honey plant, has medicinal properties. Preparation of infusion: 1 tsp. chopped broom paniculata pour 0.5 liters of cold boiled water and insist in a warm place for 1 hour. Then strain. Take 1 tsp after meals. twice a day. Indications: tuberculosis, jaundice, liver disease, heart and headache, pain in the sacral region, coughing fits. Before treatment, be sure to consult your doctor. Do not use if you are hypersensitive, menstrual or pregnant.
In the culture of the Celts, the plant is associated with well-being at all levels: spiritual, physical. At the end of the Celtic year, the month of broom falls, at this time it is necessary to carry out a general cleaning of the home, also to get rid of "moral rubbish" - bad habits, bad thoughts.
Enkianthus species and varieties
Enkianthus Bell-shaped - native to Japan. It reaches a height of up to 2.5 meters and has a branched trunk with a reddish thin bark. The leaf plates are oval-elliptical in a light green hue, becoming scarlet with the onset of autumn. Bell-shaped inflorescences, collected in umbrellas. They can be white, lemon, light orange with bright streaks. The flowering time of the culture falls on the end of April - beginning of May.
Enkianthus Bellflower Red Bells is endemic to Japan. V the height of the branched shrub reaches up to 2 meters and has a lush crown with a dense elliptical light green foliage. The inflorescences of the culture are rich red with a fringed edge. The flowering time of the shrub falls on the beginning of May. In the fall, the foliage takes on a raspberry hue.
Enkianthus Pochkoscheshuiny - the shrub reaches a height of one and a half meters and has a dense compact crown with light green oval-elliptical leaves, which acquire a crimson color in autumn. Inflorescences are white, bell-shaped, collected in lush umbrellas. Flowering time falls at the beginning of May.
Enkianthus Five-flowered - the height of the shrub is 2.5 meters. The trunk is branched with reddish bark and a lot of shoots. Leaves are bright green, oval-elliptical. Inflorescences are bell-shaped, light pink with a fringed edge. The flowering time of the culture falls on May. Flowers appear before leaves and delight with their decorative effect throughout the month.
The pace of development
Among the ornamental trees and shrubs, the canadian scarlet is considered one of the slow-growing plants. At the beginning of his life, he builds up and strengthens the root system. So, in the first growing season, seedlings do not grow more than 0.4-0.5 m in height, and their roots deepen to 0.45 m.
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Most shoots die during the first wintering, but by the beginning of the second growing season, young stems grow, reaching 0.8-1 m by the end of summer.The root system of two-year-old trees grows in depth to a level of 1-1.5 m.
There are three types of wood:
- canadensis;
- mexicana;
- texensis.
The latter two are considered more thermophilic and are found only in the southern regions, and the first is successfully cultivated in Ukraine - Kiev and Uzhgorod, the Volga region, Saratov and Voronezh. Cercis canadensis in the Moscow region is also developing well, but gardeners have not yet observed flowering.
The best varieties:
- Forest Pansy - dark burgundy purple foliage
- Pink Pom Poms - with double pink flowers;
- Ruby Falls - Weeping shoots and dark purple leaves.
Diseases and pests
Although the shrub is practically not susceptible to diseases or pests. But there are still several dangers for him.If the culture is not fertilized enough, it is not properly watered and waterlogged, grown in a draft - all this can cause the development of chlorosis, which can be eliminated by eliminating errors in the care of the encianthus.
When a sticky dark plaque appears on the leaf plates and the trunk, we can talk about the development of a sooty fungus, which can be eliminated by treating the encianthus with Fitoverm, which destroys the fungal microflora.
From aphids parasitizing on leaf plates and young shoots, double treatment with Actellic insecticide will help according to the instructions on the package.
Japanese pieris varieties with photos and names
Pieris japanese Mountain fire Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’ photo
Bert Chandler - young leaves have a creamy and pinkish tint;
Blush - differs with pink inflorescences;
Christmas Cheer - notable for early flowering, flowers of a pale pink hue;
Pieris Japanese variegata Pieris japonica ‘Variegata’ photo in the garden
Mountain Fire - in this variety, young leaves are red, then they darken almost to a brown shade, and at the end they turn green; snow-white flowers;
Purity - the inflorescences are larger than the rest, the flowers are pure white;
Red Head - very similar to Mountain Fire;
Red Mill - late blooming;
Pieris japonica Scarlet O'Hara Pieris japonica Scarlet O'Hara photo
Scarlet O'Hara - has a faster growth rate compared to other members of the species;
Ticklet Pink - young shoots of a pale red hue, and pink flowers;
Valley Valentine - a shade of colors ranging from pink to almost red;
Variegata - the leaves are bordered with a white stripe.
Pieris Japanese Debutant Pieris japonica ‘Debutante’ photo
Debutante, Little Heath, Pygmaea, Flamingo - varieties, no more than 1 m high, the latter has a pink shade of inflorescences.
Pieris Japanese Forest flame Pieris Japonica ‘Forest Flame’ photo
Forest flame is another meter-high evergreen shrub. At first, young shoots have a bright red hue, then it smoothly turns into pink, then into cream and white, in the end they turn green. At the same time, shoots of various shades are simultaneously present on the bush, which undoubtedly makes the variety especially remarkable and popular.
Pieris Japanese variety Pieris japonica ‘Bisbee Dwarf’ photo
Little Health - the height of a compact bush does not exceed 0.5 m. Shoots of a pinkish shade subsequently turn green, a white border appears along the edges of the leaves.
Pieris japonica Flaming Silver Pieris japonica Flaming Silver photo
Flaming silver - plant height is 0.8 m. Leaves are dark green with a silvery border. The flowers are snow-white with a slight pinkish tint.
Varieties and types of Calicant with photos
The most common cultivated species is the flowering calicant (Calycanthus floridus) about 1.5-2 meters high with shiny leaves. The flowers are burgundy or dark red, not very large (on average about 3-5 cm), resembling magnolia flowers.
Blooming calicant
They have a very strong fruity-spicy aroma, which can combine the smells of apples, strawberries, pineapple, cinnamon or cloves. On warm days, the smell is so strong that you can smell it already at a distance of several tens of meters.
In its homeland, the species was called "sweet bush", and in Italy a line of perfume with the trade name Calycanthus was developed.
It is best to buy this type of seedlings during the flowering period, as the intensity of the flower scent and the shades of its scent can vary widely. Athens has pale yellow flowers that bloom in May with a sweet tropical fruit scent.
Variety "Athens"
The varietal series of this species "Purpureus" is characterized by slow growth and more abundant flowering. The main difference is the leaves - they are large, slightly wrinkled, purple-bronze. In autumn, the bush turns orange-brown.
series "Purpureus" variety "Burgundy Spice"
Another species - fertile calicant (Calycanthus fertilis) - is a highly branched shrub about 2.5 meters in height. The flowers are red-violet or maroon, up to 5 cm in diameter. The flowers of this type have no aroma. Of the varietal forms, it should be noted "Nanus" - a low-growing shrub with a height of just over a meter.
Calycanthus fertilis
Chinese Calicant (Calycanthus chinensis). Shrub with a dense, rounded crown.Flowers are odorless, white or pale pink with burgundy markings, bloom near the ends of the shoots in mid or late May. In culture, the variety of Calicantha "Pink Jade" is popular.
Planting pieris in the open field
How to plant Japanese pieris
Planting pieris seedlings in open ground is best done in spring. The root system is shallow, so the planting holes are made 15-25 cm deep, about 35 cm wide. Carefully remove the seedling from the container and hold it together with the earthy clod in warm water so that the roots are thoroughly wet. Then place the plant in the center of the hole, cover with earth. The root collar should be no more than a couple of centimeters deep into the soil. Place a roller around the planting hole and water the seedlings well. After the soil surface has dried, the roller can be leveled.
Please note that loosening the soil is not recommended - this can damage the mycorrhiza. Therefore, it is advisable to mulch the near-trunk circle immediately after planting with pine bark, sawdust or peat. This will help keep the soil moist, prevent crusting on the surface, and inhibit the growth of weeds.
Pieris in landscape design
Pieris in landscape design photo
Pieris Japanese looks great both in solo and group plantings. Thanks to its elegant and compact form of growth, it will become a noticeable accent of a mixborder, a wonderful decoration for a green lawn, an entrance to a house, to a recreation area or to a personal plot.
Pieris Japanese variety Little hit Pieris japonica ‘Little Heath’ photo
Colorful leaves and exquisite inflorescences will add exotic, will fit favorably into any design (Moorish, Muslim, Japanese gardens, etc.). The enchanting scent of bloom will create a romantic and relaxing atmosphere.
Pieris Japanese in landscape design photo
Bright pieris is planted in rock gardens, rockeries, flower beds, used in border plantings. The darkest and most inconspicuous parts of the garden can be “ignited” with this plant.
Pieris is unpretentious, gets along well with many neighbors. The most harmonious combination with azaleas and hydrangeas. Often combined with trillium and heather. And in the lower tier of the multi-level composition, the party will be composed of the Kashmirovskaya Corydalis, bright red Erica and Common Oxalis.
Choosing a place to plant a calicant
Nurseries sell seedlings with a closed root system, so they can be planted throughout the growing season. For planting, you need to choose a warm, sunny or slightly a shady place well protected from the cold winter winds.
The shrub grows well in fertile loamy, moderately moist soil with good water permeability, with a neutral or slightly acidic reaction.
Avoid planting in sandy and clayey substrates, in which the shrub does not develop well and is often sick. Poor soil is enriched with manure or compost, and a layer of drainage from broken brick, crushed stone or expanded clay is poured onto the bottom of the planting pit.
After planting, the soil is tamped and watered abundantly, then the soil in the near-trunk area is mulched with compost or bark to prevent moisture evaporation in the heat and reduce the growth of weeds. Gradually, the mulch will decompose and enrich the soil with nutrients.
What does the canadian scarlet look like?
Purple or Cercis canadensis (Cercis canadensis) is a species of the genus Cercis from the legume family. It grows in the form of a tree with a tent-shaped crown, reaching a height of 12 to 18 m. Young growing shoots are painted in a reddish-burgundy hue. The trunk and old branches are covered with dark gray, almost black bark.
The leaf blades are oval-cordate, shortly pointed at the apex, slightly pubescent below. The color of the upper side of the leaf is gray-green, the lower one is dull gray. In autumn, the crown blazes with yellow, orange, crimson colors. Fruits are ribbon-like pods hanging directly from the trunk for more than one season.
Broom care in the garden and indoor conditions
Broom golden sunlight golden sunlight photo
As for the choice of a place in the garden, it was mentioned earlier. For indoor cultivation, adhere to the same characteristics: bright, but diffused lighting, protection from drafts. Place the container with the plant on the east or west side of the house.
Grow heat-loving varieties and species only in containers; in the summer you can put them in the garden. The air temperature for indoor plants in spring and autumn is required at a level of 18 to 25 ° C. All specimens love a cool winter with air temperatures in the range of 10-15 ° C.
The plant is resistant to drought, it also tolerates temporary flooding of the soil. The principle of watering is the same for everyone: in the warm season, water abundantly after the topsoil has dried. Water occasionally in autumn and winter indoors.
Spray the plant regularly during the warmer months. Place occasionally on a pallet with damp expanded clay, moss, pebbles. Spray less often with the onset of cold weather.
Indoor specimens in spring and summer should be fed with complex mineral fertilizers twice a month. Horticultural crops will respond gratefully to organic matter: add manure or grass humus 2-3 times per season.
After the end of flowering, the shoots should be cut to the lateral lignified branches in order to stimulate the growth of young shoots.
Features of planting and transplanting broom
Plant in open ground in the spring (April-May). Choose a place with diffused lighting, where the sun's rays fall only in the morning and evening hours, and shade forms at noon. The site must be protected from drafts.
Caution: Do not plant near bodies of water, as poisonous substances from the plant can get there and negatively affect the fauna.
Dig up the soil. The soil needs fertile, loose, with a slightly acidic or neutral reaction. For example, a mixture of turf, compost, peat and river sand. It is recommended to immediately apply complex mineral fertilizers. Dig holes, place the seedlings so that the root collar remains above the surface, maintain a distance between plantings of 30-50 cm. Fill the planting hole with earth, tamp a little, water abundantly. To preserve moisture longer, increase soil air permeability and prevent weed growth, mulch the soil around the seedling.
The roots of the broom are sensitive: during transplanting, they must not be damaged or dried out in the open air, otherwise the plant will die. After the plant reaches the age of three, it is recommended not to transplant at all.
Conclusion
Enkianthus is a traditional culture in Japanese gardens. Although we find it much less common, it is often used by landscape designers, planting together with heather, bamboo and azalea, creating unusual compositions.
The culture is beautiful at any time of the year. In the spring, the elegance of the Enkianthus is given by the luxurious earlier flowering, and in the fall - by the bright crimson foliage, which stands out favorably against the background of other trees. Therefore, if you dream of a shrub that will decorate your garden all season, opt for the encianthus.
