Characteristics and features
Denise Pelargonium is highly regarded for its harmonious combination of charming appearance and easy growing. The plant is called the standard of beauty for a large variety of rosaceous pelargoniums. Currently, thousands of lovers of beautiful flowers want to cultivate this luxurious flower culture in their flower beds and gardens. There are even clubs and online forums for rozobud lovers, where the nuances of growing Denise pelargonium are actively discussed.
Pelargonium Denise
Characteristics and description of the flower culture:
- The compact and sturdy plant looks like a miniature bush.
- Leaves of a dark green color with a dark border around the edges.
- The buds outwardly resemble small double roses of light pink colors with a brighter edging of delicate petals.
- Inflorescences in the form of fluffy caps are abundantly and evenly distributed on long pedicels throughout the bush.
- The color of the buds is very effective with smooth transitions from a light middle to a more saturated shade to the lower petals.
- The fruit is a seed capsule with small seeds.
The closest "relatives" of Pelargonium Denise Sutarve are zonal rosaceous varieties, which are united by an external similarity with the royal flower - a rose. It is this variety that is considered the most spectacular and perfect. The appearance of the flower causes real admiration and is considered the height of graceful beauty. Looking at this extraordinary beauty, you will never think that this beauty is, by and large, just a geranium.
Care features
In order for the culture to grow and develop well in the future, to please with lush flowering, it needs to create the necessary conditions. They will be discussed below.
Lighting
The container with the plant must be placed so that direct sunlight does not fall on it. If this happens, then:
- flowers will quickly lose their attractiveness;
- the petals will become faded;
- the abundance of flowering will decrease;
- the flower will look sick.
Temperature
In order for a flower to develop well and bloom magnificently, it needs a high air temperature. It does not tolerate low temperatures, therefore, in the case when the air becomes colder than 10 degrees Celsius, the flowerpot is removed into the room.
Watering
The plant needs regular, moderate watering. To moisten the soil, use soft water that has been previously settled at room temperature. Excess moisture in the soil must not be allowed, otherwise the roots will begin to rot.
Top dressing
As it grows, the flower needs regular feeding. To do this, use complex formulations with a high content:
In this case, there will be no problems with the development of culture, and it will quickly begin to delight with beautiful buds.
Transfer
The plant needs replanting annually, it is performed in early spring. First, prepare the soil, which includes:
When it is not possible to prepare the soil yourself, you can purchase ready-made flower fertilizers with neutral acidity.
Pruning
A young plant requires formative pruning in order to form a compact bush with a high decorative component. In the course of such pruning, very long shoots need to be shortened, leaving branches 10-15 cm in length. After that, a month will pass, and the plant will already form a bush and begin to bloom.
Wintering
In the cold season, the plant loses its decorative appeal and stops blooming. It must be left dormant until spring comes. At this time, the flower:
- rarely watered;
- do not feed;
- kept in a room with a temperature in the range of 10-15 degrees Celsius.
At the end of winter, the pot is transferred to a warmer room, fertilizers are started.This allows the plant to come to life, to begin to develop. As a result, in the summer it pleases those around it with the first flowers.
Diseases and pests
Like all other types of indoor plants, Pelargonium Clara can be attacked by harmful insects, as well as various flower diseases. Some of them can be fatal.
Next, we will consider which of the dangers pose the greatest threat to this pelargonium. Is this danger great and can it be avoided.
We will also analyze what they can be fraught with. Which of all of the above can be defeated and which cannot be cured, you will learn further.
As for parasites, in this case, the following pests pose the greatest danger:
- aphid;
- spider mite;
- whitefly.
To cope with a tick, you will need to apply special fungicidal preparations. And whitefly and aphids will be able to destroy products containing permethrin.
Of the diseases, the most dangerous for the plant is root rot - the so-called "black leg". The disease occurs when the soil moisture regime is violated.
Note that the black leg cannot be treated, and if this disease occurs, pelargonium will have to be destroyed. To prevent the disease, it is recommended to thoroughly sterilize the soil before planting the plant, and also to prevent waterlogging of the substrate.
Popular varieties
There are several varieties of Denise pelargonium. All of them belong to the category of zonal rosaceous pelargoniums. To understand how they differ from each other, you can familiarize yourself with a detailed description of the two most popular varietal plants.
Pelargonium Denise Sutarve
Pelargonium Denise and Denise Sutarve, what are the differences:
- Denise from the Swedish nursery Sutarve is a small compact plant growing in the form of a bush. Abundant flowering with "roses", the petals of which do not open up to the end. Half-tones of a delicate salmon pink shade with a wide border along the edge.
- Denise (selection Belgium) blooms with buds in the form of miniature roses, which open completely. In a fully opened bud, stamens are visible in the middle.
Currently, it is these varieties of pelargonium that are at the peak of their popularity. Every florist dreams of growing a stately beauty in his flower garden. In order to purchase a stalk or an adult plant of these particular varieties and not buy a fake, it is better to make a purchase in proven nurseries with a good reputation.
Plant care guide
The rules for planting and caring for a flower are not so complicated, but if you do not adhere to them, then the florist will never see his flower blooming magnificently - such is Denise's pelargonium.
Lighting and location
The plant loves light, so it is recommended to keep the flower at home where there is a lot of sun, it is better on the windowsill. In summer, the flower can be taken out on the balcony or terrace, in the garden.
The plant should be shaded from direct sunlight, in order to avoid burns to the leaves and stems.
If the plant is kept outdoors in the summer, then there is no need to darken it. Lack of light leads to the most negative consequences:
- Poor flowering.
- Yellowing of the leaf and its fall.
Temperature regime
The air temperature should be moderate. Optimal mode:
- summer - 20-25 degrees;
- winter - 12-15 degrees.
Too low temperatures can significantly impair the health of the plant.
Soil requirements
For Pelargonium Denise you need a loose, nutritious soil with a neutral acid reaction. There are special soil mixtures for this flower on sale.
If the florist prefers to compile the soil on his own, then he will need:
- turf;
- humus;
- peat land;
- sand.
The first three items are taken in equal volumes - in two parts, while one part is needed for sand.
Important! To plant pelargonium, soil disinfection is necessary!
In addition, the flower also needs drainage. To do this, use:
- expanded clay;
- small stones;
- pebbles;
- brick fight.
Watering
Watering the plant needs regular, but not very plentiful. The principle is that underfilling is better than overflowing. The second option is fraught with very rapid decay of the root system for Denise. Therefore, the signal for the next watering will be a tangible drying of the upper layer of the substrate.
It is not necessary to spray the flower, as this can lead to the development of rot and fungus.
Top dressing
For active flowering and health, Denise needs regular feeding in the form of mineral complex supplements. This event is held in the spring as follows:
- In order for lush greenery to form, the soil is enriched with nitrogen.
- At the very beginning of flowering, a transition to potassium-phosphorus fertilizing is made - this will ensure lush flowering.
Diseases and problems
Pelargonium Denise, although not too picky, however, can also be affected by diseases and pests. Next, we will find out what problems arise when growing this flower most often, and how to cope with these problems.
Gray rot
This disease is most often threatened by rosacea pelargonium. You can understand that the plant is affected by rot by the gray fluffy bloom that has appeared on its leaves. Waterlogging of the soil and cool air temperature provoke the appearance of this disease.
To cope with gray mold, it is necessary to inspect the plant and carefully remove all affected leaves. Pelargonium should then be sprayed with a systemic fungicide.
Rust
This disease is also a common problem when growing Denise pelargonium. A symptom of the disease is the characteristic spots of brown, brown, rusty shades that appear on the leaves. The affected foliage is removed, and the plant is treated with a fungicidal preparation.
Whitefly and mealybug
These pests pose the greatest danger to Denise Pelargonium. Whitefly larvae may already be present on the newly acquired plant, so carefully examine the pelargonium bush before buying. If you see white eggs or larvae on the leaves, it is better to refuse the purchase, since it is quite difficult to remove the whitefly. The mealybug presents itself as white, cotton-like clusters in the deciduous sinuses.
Special systemic insecticides will help get rid of these pests. However, it is necessary to carry out the treatment as early as possible, until the insects have caused irreparable damage to the plant.
Lack of flowering
If Pelargonium Denise refuses to bloom, the reason may be an overly warm winter content of the plant. Keep in mind that for the formation of healthy and abundant inflorescences in winter, Denise must be kept at temperatures from +12 to +15 degrees, not higher.
Planting and transplanting
The plant is unpretentious, but it is important to provide it with normal care.
For the growth and flowering of pelargonium, it is necessary to create optimal conditions for the plant.
Choosing a place and a pot
Pelargonium variety Sutarves Klara Sun needs natural light, so the plant is placed on the south or southeast side.
However, in the summer, it is important to create an openwork shade for the flower in order to protect it from direct sunlight. Suitable pot diameter - about 2 cm larger than the crown projection
If you choose a larger capacity, then the plant will spend a lot of energy on the development of the root system, and not on growth and flowering.
A suitable pot diameter is about 2 cm larger than the crown projection. If you choose a larger capacity, then the plant will spend a lot of energy on the development of the root system, and not on growth and flowering.
Note! The lack of light will be indicated by the pallor of the foliage of pelargonium.
Soil selection
Almost any soil is suitable for Sutarve pelargonium, but a drainage layer of crushed brick, expanded clay is important. This is the prevention of waterlogging.
Slightly acidic or neutral soil will do. You can prepare the substrate yourself by mixing leafy soil, sand, humus and sod in equal proportions.
Step-by-step planting process
It looks like this:
The container is filled with drainage and substrate, then moistened.
Seeds are placed on the ground at a distance of 4 cm from each other.
Carefully deepen by 0.5 cm and sprinkle with earth.
Gently moisten with a spray bottle.
Wrap the container with plastic wrap to create a greenhouse effect.
After about 10 days, sprouts will appear. After that, the film is removed, and the container is placed closer to the light source.
Description of varieties
Among the varieties of pelargonium of the Elnaruds series, there are the most common.
Hilda
Compact pelargonium with lush double buds of irregular pink-white color. Leaves are yellow with a brown spot in the middle. Hilda tolerates heat well and has a long flowering.
Gusten
A thriving pelargonium of the Elnaryds. The inflorescences are dense, the buds are peach-pink. The bush is compact.
Gusten variety
Bente
Zonal pelargonium. It reaches a height of 10 cm. The inflorescences are lush and terry. Apricot-red buds. Flowering of this species begins in May and lasts until the end of September.
Bente flower
Otto
Otto is often used to decorate balconies and verandas. The buds of this variety are orange, smoothly turning into pale pink. The bush reaches a height of 10 cm. Flowering begins in late spring.
A variety of flower called Otto
Singoalla
Houseplant with white, slightly pinkish flowers. The bush is compact and easy to form.
Pelargonium Singoalla
Lilian
A dwarf plant with double volumetric inflorescences. The buds can be gray-lavender in spring and pink in summer.
Representative of the Lilian variety
Clarissa
A lush bush with snow-white double flowers. The plant is compact, does not require formation.
Clarissa flower
Description, history and photos
Pelargonium amazes with its fragrance. The Denise variety is perhaps the best of all rosebuds, because its numerous pink buds are, as it were, combined into luxurious inflorescences.
The bushes are not tall - only 60-80 cm, but quite powerful. If the bush is formed correctly, then it looks especially impressive. It is noteworthy that in the middle of the flower, the petals are lighter than the lower ones, and this contrast gives the Denise variety a special charm.
This flower is native to South Africa, so it tolerates a lack of moisture relatively easily.
Attention! Quite often, instead of the Denise variety, some sellers try to sell cuttings of other rosebud varieties, taking advantage of their external similarity. Therefore, it is reasonable to make a purchase in the nursery in order to protect yourself from fakes .. This flower is recognized both by experts and amateurs, the most perfect of the whole family
Many call her Denis, or even more affectionately - Deniska
This flower is recognized by both specialists and amateurs, the most perfect of the whole family. Many people call her Denis, or even more affectionately - Deniska.
Reproduction
Since Denise is a rosebud pelargonium, the plant propagates exclusively by cuttings. The fact is that hybrid varieties of pelargonium are not able to transfer parental properties through seeds. That is, from Denise's seed, ordinary pelargonium will grow, but not rosebud.
In order for a full-fledged plant to grow from a cuttings, in this case it will take about a year. Although if you root the stalk in the spring, then it will be able to bloom for the first time in the same summer.
Experienced flower growers advise taking petioles in March-February: however, if you have Denise alone, then it is better to wait for the end of its flowering and cut off the stalk in the fall. In winter, the petioles are not cut off, since under conditions of short daylight hours a young plant is unlikely to be able to fully develop.
Rooting procedure algorithm
- An apical shoot with a length of five to seven centimeters is cut from the mother plant. It is necessary that the shoot has at least three internodes and at least four leaves.
- The stalk is dried in paper for one to two hours.Also, from its lower part (the one that will be underground), you need to cut off all the leaves and, if any, inflorescences. The last measure will protect the cutting from decay.
- The shoot is rooted in a prepared moistened substrate (soil + sand / perlite), deepening one internode. It is recommended to place the container with the handle in a warm and well-lit place - for example, on a windowsill.
- With regular watering and sufficient lighting, the cutting will take root in two to three weeks. If you take a transparent plastic cup for this task, then you can be sure of the rooting that took place.
Pelargonium has no less interesting other species, for example, royal, ivy, fragrant, yellow, ampelous, dwarf, terry, variegated, tulip.
Transfer
Pelargoniums in pots grow quickly, and therefore require a transplant pretty soon. It is better to do this in the spring, before the active development of the flower.
The flowerpot should be 2-3 cm larger than the previous one, and the soil should be fresh.
Soil composition:
- humus;
- peat;
- sand;
- turf;
- perlite.
Ratio: 2-2-1-4-1. If desired, you can also purchase ready-made soil.
Further:
The plant is kept in moderately moist soil for several days. The emergence of new shoots indicates successful rooting.
This is followed by pruning in order to form a bush, in addition, this stimulates flowering
It is carried out with care, a young shoot is removed at the very base or stems 5-7 cm long are left.
The watering regime is moderate, even careful. The light should be sufficient, but without the direct rays of the sun.
Everyone who wants to place an unpretentious, long and abundantly blooming pelargonium on their windowsill will be able to find their own favorite variety. On our site you will find descriptions and photos of such types of flowers as: royal, dwarf, ampel, terry, tulip, garden, Viva Pak, Silk and Ludwigsburg Flyer.
Denise is the most pompous flower among rosebud pelargoniums. It is characterized not only by a magnificent appearance, but also by unpretentiousness, since it is not so difficult to grow it. Nevertheless, you need to choose the right place for it in the house and properly care for the plant, following simple rules. Good luck breeding Denise!
Reproduction
Pelargonium Clara Sun multiplies well at home using the method of dividing the bush, as well as cuttings. It is best to carry out the breeding procedure either in early spring or in the middle to late summer. In addition, seed reproduction of the plant is also possible, however, in this case, there will be much more trouble. Further instructions regarding the different methods of breeding pelargonium.
Seeds
In this case, the seeds are planted in the ground around January. The soil should be slightly moist and rather loose, nutritious.
From above, the container with the planted seeds must be covered with polyethylene so that the seedlings appear faster. The optimum outside air temperature is + 20-24 degrees.
Periodically, the soil must be sprayed with a spray bottle. Seedlings usually appear 15-20 days after planting the seeds.
As soon as a couple of leaves appear, it is recommended to dive the seedlings, and then continue growing for another two months. Then the matured sprouts are transplanted into separate pots.
Cuttings
To obtain complete cuttings, it is recommended to cut the lateral and apical shoots from the mother plant. The length of the stalk should not exceed 7 cm, and at least 2-3 leaves must be present on it. The cut must be sprinkled with activated carbon, and within a couple of hours then dry the cutting by wrapping it in paper. After drying, the cutting is planted in the ground, and the container must then be placed in a warm place.
When watering the soil, it is important to direct the stream only to the ground, without touching the cutting leaves. Otherwise, the shoot can rot before it can take root.
Within a month, with proper maintenance and care, the shoot takes root.
Pelargonium is an amazing houseplant, because this flower has many interesting varieties, for example, Richard Hudson, Star, Milfield Rose, Anita, Rococo, Grandiflora, Red Pandora, Lady Gertrude, Patricia Andrea, Denise.
Flower reproduction methods
Those who dare to propagate hybrid pelargoniums by seeds should remember that seedlings that are not at all similar to the mother plants can grow from them. Therefore, it is better to choose the method of plant cuttings. As cuttings, you can use the branches of the branches obtained when cutting bushes in autumn and spring. Cuttings are rooted in water and soil in individual and general containers.
Seed propagation
The process of growing pelargonium from seeds takes place in specially created conditions. For this, either general greenhouse containers and a soil mixture with neutral acidity, or individual pots are prepared. Seeds are sown on compacted soil, sprinkled with a thin layer of dry sand or well-crushed soil.
It is necessary to maintain the required level of moisture in the soil surface using a spray bottle with fine spray. Abundant streams of water should not suck seeds deep into the soil.
For reference! Geranium seeds can be sown at any time of the year, but under conditions of a short day, artificial supplementary lighting is needed for normal seedling growth.
Pelargonium cuttings
Rooting of geranium cuttings in the soil is carried out in spring, summer and autumn. Cuttings cut from plants during the beginning of the growing season - in the spring - root best of all.
Summer rooting is often accompanied by rotting of the cuttings, so during this period it is important not to overmoisten the soil. Autumn rooting work should be accompanied by the creation of not only a warm microclimate, but also a long daylight hours.
Rooting geranium cuttings in an individual container
Growing pelargonium Denise at home
As practice shows, pelargonium denize is not particularly demanding for care, and the creation of normal conditions during planting usually provides the lion's share of the success of plant cultivation. But, nevertheless, achieving a stable result in flowering requires adherence to certain rules.
Illumination and temperature conditions
Pelargonium belongs to light-loving plants. For her, the southern and eastern sides of the house are better suited. In the summer, when the plants are placed outdoors, a little shading is recommended in the heat of the summer.
In the autumn-winter period, it is recommended to reduce the amount of light, but even at low temperatures it should be enough. When fading leaves appear in sutarve geranium, it is necessary to increase the amount of light.
Growing pelargonium requires an ambient temperature of 20-25 degrees. This is the most comfortable atmosphere for the growth and flowering of pelargonium. During the rest period, the temperature may drop to 10-15 degrees.
Attention! If it is not possible to take the flower out for the winter in a heated, but at the same time cool room, it is recommended to leave it on the windowsill. It is worth putting a flower pot outside only when the air temperature at night does not drop below 15-17 degrees
It is worth putting a flower pot outside only when the air temperature at night does not drop below 15-17 degrees.
Watering rules and humidity
The flower is capable of storing water, so you need to be very careful with the amount of water. In summer, it is recommended to water a little at the root. In winter, watering should be minimal, 1-2 times a month is enough. But you do not need to spray the plant.
For home watering, the water must be defended for at least 24 hours, especially if the water gives off with bleach.
Top dressing and soil quality
During the growing season, the plant must be fed with fertilizers. Liquid solutions are best suited, which necessarily include nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
As a soil, a mix of sod land, peat, perlite, humus and coarse sand is best suited.
Flower container size
When planting, it is recommended to take a small pot. For the first year, a container with a diameter of 15-17 cm is sufficient. In subsequent years, the plant can be grown in a 20 cm pot. This volume is sufficient for the normal growth of this dwarf species.
Attention! When replanting into a new pot, the biggest challenge is replacing the soil. It is recommended to change it completely.
Pruning and replanting
When transplanting, pruning is mandatory. Old dried twigs are removed. The transplant is done before the start of the new growing season. After the procedure, the plant is fed with fertilizers.
When pruning, old branches are removed to the height of the first bud. Young shoots are cut to the desired shape. Too long are shortened to a height of 14-15 cm.
Transplanting a plant into a permanent pot
