Reproduction Weems Red
Caring for hydrangeas does not require a lot of effort, if you choose the right place and water abundantly, hydrangea red is not whimsical. Hydrangea is a capricious plant. Since the bush is sprawling, it is better not to plant anything near it at a distance of 1.5 m, especially roses, since they will displace each other.
The graceful bush loves the sunny side, but not direct rays. In the shade, it will bloom very poorly. Poorly tolerates sand. This species is rather difficult to reproduce, despite the simplicity of the procedure. Propagated in two ways - cuttings or layering. The option with layering, like those of roses, the branch is buried in and fixed, it is better to do this in the summer.
After this procedure, you need to give it about a year, if the branch is rooted, it can be cut off from the main plant. With proper care, the bush will bloom in the first year of planting. Hydrangea can grow fully in pots and containers, but this requires local drainage. Hydrangea loves humus-rich soil and regular feeding. To strengthen the shoots, you can water with a weak solution of potassium permanganate.
Choosing a landing site
Since Wims Red loves moisture and warmth at the same time, plant it in shaded areas with moderate sunlight. This will allow the plant to fully develop even with rare watering.
In sunny wastelands and in the shade, the root system of hydrangea does not grow in full force. As a result, the shrub is characterized by weak foliage and lack of flowers. Even increased watering may not give the desired effect. If the conditions for planting hydrangeas are sustained, it is taken quickly.
Hydrangea is the queen of the garden. In the circle of this deciduous shrub, no other flower plants are planted at a distance of one and a half meters. With its large inflorescences, hydrangea shades the territory and prevents them from growing fully, while it itself, with a favorable location, can grow up to 60 years.
Planting and leaving
How to plant panicle hydrangea correctly? First of all, it is necessary to choose the right time for planting the shrub. This can be done both in late autumn and early spring. However, most experts say that a flower planted in autumn develops much more actively. Care and planting are almost the same depending on the season. It's just that the seedling will get stronger over the summer and will have a better chance of survival in adverse conditions.
For this hydrangea variety, the composition of the soil in which the plant will develop is very important. Shrub prefers acidic or neutral soils
The soil should be well-drained, fertile, with sufficient moisture. It should be noted that the color of the inflorescences always has a brighter color in acidic soil.
Before proceeding with planting, it is worth preparing a pit measuring 50 × 50 cm in width and length, as well as 40 cm in depth. Planting usually takes about two days. On the first day, a hole of the required size is dug, after which 3 buckets of water are poured into it
For the proper development of the plant, it is very important that the soil is well saturated with moisture, so the pit is left in this state until morning
On the second day, you should take care of fertilizing the seedlings. The potting mix usually consists of equal amounts of peat and fertile soil. It is necessary to mix sand and humus separately. Then these compositions are mixed in a 2: 1 ratio, after which urea, potassium sulfate and superphosphate are added to the mixture
These organic fertilizers are very important for this plant.
With the prepared soil mixture, it is necessary to fill the hole almost to the top, leaving only 10-15 cm. Now it is time to plant the seedlings, the roots of which must be carefully straightened, and then dig in with the earth that remained after creating the hole. A hydrangea planted in the fall will take a little more effort. Care and planting of hydrangeas in the open field is complemented by the fact that the seedling should be covered for the winter. Such a procedure is carried out without fail, despite the frost resistance of the plant.
When choosing a landing site, you should pay attention to partial shade. However, in some cases, such a landing may be fraught with the fact that the inflorescences will lose their brightness.
This is most often due to the fact that the soil was not sufficiently prepared. Most growers say that this hydrangea variety feels great in a sunny area, provided that the plant is protected from the wind.
Seedling care
Planting a hydrangea is quite simple, but caring for the crop requires special attention:
Plant feeding
Having planted the panicle hydrangea "Weems Red" in early spring, already at the end of May it will be necessary to think about feeding it. It is recommended to use potassium sulfate or ammonium sulfate as fertilizers. This physiologically acidic fertilizer should be used until mid-summer. In the future, they must be replaced with superphosphate.
Important! Approximately once every 2 weeks, Wims Red should be watered with a solution of salts with a high iron content. This will help prevent chlorosis of the paniculate bush.
You can also fertilize "Weems Red" with natural, organic fertilizing, for example, manure infusion, solution of poultry droppings. In practice, the effectiveness of whey has also been proven. When watering hydrangeas with serum, lactic acid bacteria are activated, which acidify the soil, promote the decomposition of organic matter, and generate heat. It has been proven that under the influence of whey, hydrangeas quickly grow green, bloom profusely and rarely get sick.
Shrub pruning
Experts recommend pruning the hydrangea shrub annually, starting at the age of 3 years. This helps to increase the abundance and duration of flowering, and improve the health of the plant as a whole. At the stages of mature vegetation, pruning can be used to remove 2/3 of the shoot.
The bush should be pruned in early spring before the buds appear or in the fall after the leaves are completely shed. Cut shoots can be used to breed hydrangeas. Shrub cuttings root well and are able to quickly form a lush paniculate bush.
Important! With the correct formation of hydrangeas on one bush, you can get more than 70 lush inflorescences
Diseases and pests
Chlorosis is the most common disease of paniculate hydrangea. It occurs against the background of an alkaline soil environment. You can fight chlorosis with iron chelate. This highly effective microfertilizer is used once a week for foliar feeding. The panicle hydrangea "Weems red" reacts quickly to such treatment, restoring the color of its leaves.
Hydrangea paniculata "Weems red" can be affected by various diseases and pests. Powdery mildew, anthracnose and other infectious, fungal ailments can harm the plant. Fungicides should be used to control them. Aphids, Colorado potato beetle and spider mites are also not averse to feasting on the succulent leaves of the paniculate bush. You can fight them with various special drugs, for example, "Aktara".
For pest and disease control, regular attention should be paid to preventive treatments. Only in this case it will be possible to preserve the beauty and health of the beautiful panicle hydrangea "Weems Red"
Shelter seedlings for the winter
Hydrangea "Weems Red", in comparison with other varieties of crops, has a high level of frost resistance, however, when grown in the central and northern regions of Russia, it is recommended to reliably cover the plant in order to prevent freezing. So, in the period before the onset of frost, it is necessary to observe the regime of watering and loosening the soil. With the arrival of cold weather, the hydrangea should be covered with foliage, spruce branches, burlap.
Important! Young bushes under the age of 3 years must be covered. Adult paniculate bushes are able to withstand temperatures up to -250C without shelter.
You can talk a lot and for a long time about the beautiful panicle hydrangea, but in order to truly enjoy its beauty, you need to grow a bush on your site, feel its alluring aroma and appreciate firsthand the stunning look of flowers. We gave recommendations on how to properly plant a plant and how to care for it. Following our advice, everyone will be able to grow a beautiful panicle hydrangea in their garden.
The pride of the gardener is the most beautiful hydrangea
Decorating a garden bed, garden or courtyard path consists in planting unpretentious shrubs or flowers. The hydrangea Weems Red is especially popular among amateur gardeners.
A bright floral shrub cannot but attract attention, because it differs from other types of flower bed and garden plants by a riot of colorful inflorescences
Hydrangea is a versatile plant. It easily fits into both simple design solutions for landscaping areas, and into the most diverse.
Landscape designers love this hydrangea variety for its advantages, such as:
- resistance to pests and diseases;
- ease of care;
- unpretentiousness to weather conditions;
- long flowering period;
- variety of color of inflorescences;
- pleasant honey aroma.
The picturesque panicle hydrangea Weems Red is one of the few cultivated plants that can delight you with its splendor
This garden shrub, originally from Mauritius, took root in the natural and climatic conditions of Russia, attracted the attention of domestic breeders. Weems Red decorates gardens, lawns and flower beds with rich colors throughout the warm season.
In July, the shrub blooms with white brushes, by the end of summer they acquire a pale pink, and in September - mid-October - a rich dark red hue. This iridescent flowering palette is explained by the fact that the cone-shaped inflorescence forms several groups of flower beds, which have a stepped development system.
It is worth noting that this shrub attracts attention not only with large paniculate inflorescences, but also with beautiful dark green foliage, which changes its color in the autumn to silver-golden. The hydrangea bush has a spherical shape, reaches a height of 1.5 meters, the length of the clusters of inflorescences ranges from 30 to 40 cm
Planting panicle hydrangea in open ground
When to plant panicle hydrangea
The best planting material is four to five-year-old seedlings, which take root well and can bloom already in the year of planting. Panicle hydrangea is planted in the spring, before the start of sap flow, or during leaf fall. Saplings planted in spring will almost certainly bloom soon, but if planting is carried out in autumn, it is necessary to insulate the plant's near-stem circle for the winter.
Paniculata hydrangea can grow in partial shade, but in the bright sun its flowering will be more lush and longer
It is very important that the plant is protected from strong cold winds.
The soil hydrangea paniculata prefers a fertile, neutral reaction, without any traces of lime or other alkaline compounds, because of which it can bloom poorly at best, and simply die at worst.Keep in mind that the roots of the plant spread far from the trunk, so do not add chalk, dolomite flour or ash to the soil 5-6 m in diameter from the intended planting site. Do not plant bulbous flowers in this space that require annual digging of the soil - tulips, gladioli, hyacinths. Brown peat, coniferous soil or sawdust can be added to acidic soil to neutralize it. Hydrangea paniculata grows poorly in sandy soil.
How to plant panicle hydrangea
The landing site is prepared in advance. The pit for the panicle hydrangea should be spacious: depending on the size of the seedling, from 50x50 to 80x80 cm at a depth of 40 to 60 cm.The distance between two hydrangeas or between the hydrangea and other plants should be 2.5-3 m.Pour into the hole 2- 3 buckets of water so that the moisture saturates the ground well. The next day, fill the pit almost to the top with a mixture of fertile soil, sand, peat and humus (2: 1: 2: 1), adding 25 g of urea and potassium sulfate and 65 g of superphosphate to it and mixing thoroughly. Let the soil settle and settle.
The roots of seedlings are slightly pruned before planting, and in tree-like forms of panicle hydrangea, annual shoots are also shortened, leaving no more than 3-5 buds on them. Only the seedlings of large-leaved hydrangea are not cut, since the flower buds of this plant are located at the ends of the shoots.
Lower the root system of the seedling into the hole, straighten its roots and dig in the plant so that the root collar is just above the surface of the site. Water the seedling well, and when the water is absorbed and the soil settles a little, the neck will be where it belongs - at the level of the surface of the site. Mulch the near-stem circle of the seedling with needles, leaf humus or sour peat and shade the plant from the bright sun at first.
How hydrangea reproduces
The correct choice of a garden hydrangea variety for growing in the Urals does not guarantee that the flower will grow and delight its owners
It is important to properly care for the shrubs. If you carry out timely pruning of the bushes, water the soil, feed the hydrangea, then a beautiful abundant flowering can be obtained in 4 years. You can plant bushes with seedlings or propagate in other ways.
Breeding hydrangeas at home is possible:
Bushes can be planted with seedlings or propagated in other ways. Breeding hydrangeas at home is possible:
- seeds;
- layering;
- saplings.
On a note! Hydrangea blooms only 4-5 years after planting. Although today there are many varieties that produce flowers in the first year of life. Do not get too carried away with them, especially in the Urals, since such species are afraid of frost and may simply not survive the winter.
Cuttings
Reproduction by cuttings begins in early spring. It is at this time that the sprouts are separated from the mother bush and planted in separate beds or in pots. Before the onset of cold weather, the plants are placed in the basement. After winter, in the spring, the pots are again brought out to the heat. Green branches are removed from new shoots, the resulting skeleton with roots is planted in a permanent place. The branches should be arranged so that they resemble a fan. Young hydrangea bushes must be mulched before winter so that the plant can survive the winter on its own.
Layers
Layers should begin to form in early spring. Soil is dug up near the plant, and radical paths are made, up to 2 cm deep. One sprout is laid out in each path, pinched with pieces of cut wire. From above, the sprouts are covered with earth.
Note! By the end of summer, the shoots will take root, when new ones appear on the surface, it is worth letting them strengthen and take root, and then dividing the bush and planting layers in a new place
Seeds
Growing by seeds is a more laborious process. They are planted in separate pots at the beginning of March and covered with foil or glass.Until the moment of germination, the temperature is maintained at about +22. In this case, the ground should be moist, and there should always be light in the room. Seedlings will appear in 35-40 days. For two weeks they are not touched, and then they are taken out into the fresh air, constantly increasing the time spent. When the growth of a small hydrangea reaches 10 cm, it can be planted in a permanent place.
Fertilizer for garden hydrangea
On a note! Hydrangea can be grown in any of these ways, but propagation by cuttings is still the most reliable.
Description of Hydrangea Weems Red, Planting And Care Features
Panicle hydrangea is an ornamental shrub common in China, Japan and the Far East. In the 18th century, the plant was introduced to Europe and has been used in landscape design ever since. The panicle hydrangea Weems Red was bred by German breeders.
Botanical description
Hydrangea Weems Red is a shrub that grows to a height of 2 m.The plant has elliptical leaves 12 cm long.
Inflorescences are collected in pyramidal panicles 25 cm long. Flowers 2 cm in diameter during the season change color from greenish-white to red.
Hydrangea blooms from June to September, in warm climates until October. After flowering, the fruit is formed in the form of a box with seeds.
Planting and leaving
In specialized centers, choose seedlings aged 4-5 years. Plant the plants in the spring before the start of the growing season or in the fall after the fall.
Hydrangea prefers sunny areas, but is able to grow in partial shade. Prepare a neutral light soil for planting without lime and other alkaline substances. The plant develops slowly in sandy soils.
Hydrangea planting order:
- Prepare holes 0.5 m in diameter and 0.4 m deep.Leave 2.5 m between the bushes.
- Pour fertile soil, peat, coarse sand and compost into the holes in equal proportions. From fertilizers, add 30 g of potassium sulfate and urea, 70 g of superphosphate.
- Prune the roots and shoots of the seedling.
- Plant a bush in a hole and cover the roots with soil.
- Water the soil well in the trunk circle.
Prune your shrub at the end of March. Leave 5-10 shoots with 5 buds on the plant. Cut the rest of the branches at the base. To rejuvenate the old bush, shorten the shoots, leaving 7 cm above the ground.
Hydrangea is a moisture-loving plant. Pour 3 liters of water under the bush weekly. Mulch the soil with compost or sawdust.
Feed the hydrangea three times in the summer:
- after the snow melts, add the mullein solution;
- in the middle of summer, feed the shrub with a solution of complex fertilizer;
- in the fall after flowering, apply a complex of fertilizers for shrubs without nitrogen.
In the fall, cover the bush with peat or rotted manure. In winter, cover the shrubbery with snow for extra frost protection.
To propagate a shrub, bend its branch and cover it with earth. When the shoot takes root, transplant it to a new location.
Hydrangea Weems Red is an ornamental shrub. The plant is demanding to water and needs regular feeding.
Planting and caring for panicle hydrangea Weems Red
The duration of flowering, the number of inflorescences and the brightness of their color depend on the observance of certain agrotechnical measures. Let us consider in more detail the rules for planting and caring for Weems Red hydrangea.
Recommended timing
Planting dates are determined by the characteristics of the climatic zone. So, for the northern and central regions, spring planting is preferable. A seedling planted in open ground has time to take root well, adapt and take root in a new environment.
For the southern regions of Russia, both spring and autumn planting is suitable. In autumn, only completely healthy and well-formed seedlings are planted in unprotected soil. Planting can be performed from September to the first decade of October.
Choosing a suitable location and soil
Panicle hydrangea grows well in partial shade. To plant a seedling, you need to look after a section of the garden protected from the wind.The abundance of sunlight is undesirable for decorative culture - the inflorescences will begin to fade. Do not plant in the shade. The complete absence of the sun negatively affects the decorative and vitality of the shrub.
We do not recommend planting a Weems Red hydrangea seedling next to tall fruit crops, they take a lot of moisture from the soil. Author's advice
Weems Red prefers a loose, fertile substrate with an increased or neutral level of acidity.
Please note that it is the degree of acidity of the soil that determines the intensity and saturation of the bloom. It's simple: the more acidity, the brighter the color of the inflorescences. Sandy or alkaline soil is not suitable for growing Weems Red hydrangeas.
Avoid planting the crop in soil with a high lime content.
Sandy or alkaline soil is not suitable for growing Weems Red hydrangeas. Avoid planting the crop in soil with a high lime content.
Landing algorithm
It is better to prepare the planting material yourself or buy it in a gardening nursery. Seedlings with a closed root system, which are removed from containers before planting, take root well.
The plant should look fresh and healthy. Signs of poor-quality planting material are various damage to the bark and the smell of rot.
Seedlings with a closed root system take root well
The planting hole, the approximate dimensions of which are 40x40 cm, is dug out in advance. To prevent stagnation of moisture in the soil, the bottom of the pit is laid out with drainage materials. Most often, crushed brick, large expanded clay or small pebbles are used.
Garden soil is mixed with peat, humus and river sand. The seedling is buried in a hill formed from a nutritious substrate so that the root collar remains above the ground. The plant is sprinkled with the remaining soil and carefully tamped. A groove is formed along the edge of the trunk circle and moistened abundantly. Then the near-trunk zone is mulched with a layer of peat and hay.
How to water and feed
Since Weems Red belongs to moisture-loving varieties, you need to carefully monitor the moisture level of the soil. The soil under the bushes should be constantly moderately moist. With an abundance of natural precipitation, the plant is not watered. If the weather is hot and dry, 1-2 buckets of settled water are poured under each bush. Under such weather conditions, the recommended frequency of watering is 1-2 times a week.
In the spring, when there is an active build-up of green mass, the hydrangea is fed with nitrogen-containing preparations. To increase budding, fertilizing with potassium and phosphorus is performed. Potassium-phosphorus fertilizers are applied during the growing season. Superphosphates are added closer to autumn.
Organic can be used to fertilize Weems Red hydrangea. The plant responds well to feeding with a solution of bird droppings.
Pruning panicle hydrangea
When the hydrangea reaches 3 years of age, annual crown pruning is carried out. First, dry, broken and damaged branches are removed. Then, rejuvenating and shaping crown pruning is performed, the algorithm of which is presented below:
Scheme and rules for pruning panicle hydrangea
Shrub shelter for the winter
The variety has a good winter hardiness threshold. But the bushes grown in the northern and central regions are insulated for the winter, since there are frequent cases of freezing of the shoots. The lower part of the hydrangea is sprinkled with peat, dry leaves and hay. The shoots are carefully collected in bunches and wrapped with a covering non-woven material that does not interfere with air circulation.
In the south, shrubs are cut and mulched with river sand mixed with peat. Such insulation is enough for the successful wintering of decorative culture.
