Competition "The most abundant flowering pelargonium"
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Competition "The most abundant flowering pelargonium"
Post by Nimfea »Mar 27, 2016 9:43 pm
Let's resume such a competition.
Competition "The most abundant flowering pelargonium"
Contestants must show a full-length photo of a blooming pelargonium so that you can see the size of the plant and the number of flowers on it. So, take pictures of your favorites in spring and summer! The plant can be indoor, balcony, garden, most importantly, filmed in a tidy condition and there should be no mess in the background. The photo and the plant must be yours. If you know the name of the variety, then sign up for a better search in the network of our competition.
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I have the most abundantly blooming Brookside Rosa
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Barnstone Dale Ivy Ampel. From spring to October, everything is in flowers.
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Little Blossom Jim Haughton
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My favorite PAC Mexica Ruby
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Posted by Lilia »01 Jun 2016, 17:30
For summer decoration of windows in the country, I grow various pelargoniums. One of my favorites, ivy
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Posted by Natalia Korkotko »01 Jun 2016, 23:08
Basically, my Debby (sport) did not bloom as abundantly as it could. For the autumn pruning, I need to beat off my hands, and I understand that perfectly. But nothing can be changed. Take this.
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after strong early spring pruning my pelargonium Bold Carmine started to bloom
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Posted by Katerinkaya »Jun 21, 2016, 15:13
Ivy Pelargonium Pac Tomcat
Although when they all bloom, it is difficult to choose the most blooming
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Post Luchik "Jun 24, 2016, 10:30 am
I also want to take part in the competition
PAC Aristo Darling.
Irresistible, as I call it, began to bloom last summer, from a tiny cutting and still cannot stop. I never formed a beautiful bush for her, because of that she was very elongated due to the huge number of peduncles. All winter she grew up in a 7 cm pot, in the cold, albeit backlit, she thought that at least this would stop her. But in vain, it blooms for itself and blooms.
August 8 last, 2015. Start.
January of this, 2016. Still blooming without stopping.
February 5, 2016.
In the spring she transplanted a pot into a 13 cm pot and gave free rein. Photo dated June 22, 2016.
While she twisted it to show the beauty from all sides, she slightly showered the petals.
Reproduction
You can get new plants:
When propagated by seeds, especially those obtained at home, it is possible to get completely different plants, different from the mother. Therefore, it is better to use seed grains purchased from specialized stores.Sowing for seedlings is carried out in the second - third month of winter:
- seeds are distributed over the surface of the wet soil, sprinkled with a thin layer of earth;
- cover with foil and put in a warm, bright place;
- shoots will appear in a week;
- when a seedling has two real leaves, they are dived one at a time - two seedlings in a pot;
- when 5–6 leaves appear, the first pinching is performed.
For reproduction, you can take the branches obtained by cutting the flower, or cut off specially cuttings with a length of 2.5 cm. Dry the cut place and sprinkle it with root growth stimulants. Plant the prepared cuttings in damp ground and leave uncovered. With regular watering and an air temperature of about 21 ° C, rooting occurs within 2-3 weeks. When the sprout produces five leaves, you need to pinch the top of the head.
If you follow these simple rules of care, then pelargonium will thank you with lush long flowering.
You can find out more about growing Pelargonium in the next video.
How to care
At home, the following care is taken for tulip geraniums: watering, feeding, pruning elongated shoots. The cuttings can be rooted and grown into new plants.
Note! Shoots root poorly in water, so it is better to plant them in pots right away.
Illumination and temperature conditions
The plant prefers to grow in a well-lit area. With a lack of light, the leaves become smaller, lose color brightness. If direct sunlight hits the foliage, burns may appear on the leaf plates. Therefore, the bushes are positioned in such a way that sun glare does not fall on them on a hot afternoon.
Comfortable air temperature for geraniums in summer is 20-25 ° С. During this period, the plant can be taken out on a covered terrace or in a garden under the crown of trees. In winter, the temperature is reduced to 15-16 ° C.
Watering rules and humidity
Pelargonium tulip is a moisture-loving plant. It is often watered, especially if the bushes are planted in loose soil. The top layer of soil between irrigations should have time to dry out. In winter, watering is reduced, especially if pelargonium is kept in a cool room.
The water is used warm, settled. 10-15 minutes after watering, the remaining liquid is drained from the pan. Spraying the bushes is not required. To increase humidity in winter, a vessel filled with water can be placed next to the flower.
Top dressing and soil quality
Pelargonium is planted in loose soil. It can be prepared at home from the following ingredients:
- leafy and sod land;
- peat;
- sand;
- perlite.
In flower shops, you can purchase a ready-made substrate for pelargonium.
From spring to mid-autumn, geraniums are fed. To do this, use a universal complex fertilizer for flowering plants. In the first places in the top dressing should be potassium and phosphorus, contributing to a beautiful flowering. The bushes are fertilized once every 2 weeks.
For planting bushes, use ready-made soil for geranium
Flower container size
2 weeks after purchase, the tulip pelargonium is transplanted into a new pot. In volume, it should be 2-2.5 centimeters larger than the previous one. There should be holes at the bottom of the container to drain excess water.
Pruning and replanting
As the geranium grows, the shoots of the geranium stretch out, which is why it loses its decorative effect. Therefore, every spring the plant is pruned. Shoots are cut so that about 5 buds remain on the remaining parts. Places of cuts are sprinkled with charcoal. New plants can be grown from cuttings.
Important! A sharp, disinfected tool is used for trimming. When the root system is entwined with an earthen ball, the flower is transplanted
The procedure is carried out every spring. The pot is used a little more than the previous one
When the root system is entwined with an earthen ball, the flower is transplanted. The procedure is carried out every spring. The pot is used a little more than the previous one.
The appearance and features of pelargonium
There are about 250 varieties of Toscana pelargonium. The most favorite plants of flower growers are Bernd Pelargonium, Regina species, Tammo and others.
The stem of the flower can be straight or curly, and the leaves are carved and double. But the defining characteristic feature is the inflorescences themselves - bright or pale pink flowers of 4 petals, which are gathered together in a bouquet.
Royal pelargonium is prized for its unusual color of semi-double petals
It is interesting! Sometimes in the descriptions the flower is called "geranium Tuscany", but this is wrong, pelargonium only refers to the genus of geraniums.
Planting and further care of ivy pelargonium Tuscany
Caring for pelargonium ivy-leaved Tuscany is easy. Planting technology may differ depending on the breeding location, since the culture grows well in the room, on the balcony and in the garden.
Planting a plant
The flower prefers a relatively hard soil that combines turf and leafy soil, peat and sand
It is important to take care of the looseness and filling the soil with oxygen
Watering, spraying and fertilizing
Before and after planting, the plant is watered abundantly for two weeks. Then, in hot weather, it can be watered every other day, and in cold weather - 2 times a week. It is better to install a drain under the pot to absorb excess moisture. Spraying the flower is necessary only on very hot days.
Note! For flowering for long months, the flower should be fertilized with universal formulations at least once every two weeks.
Pruning
The procedure is mandatory to achieve maximum flowering duration. There are three types of trimming:
- Home - it is done in early spring, you can safely cut off long stems and shape, since new ones grow very quickly.
- Autumn - removal of dry leaves and diseased stems.
- Pinching throughout the year.
How to trim a flower
Diseases and pests, ways to combat them
Diseases of zonal pelargonium are manifested in yellowing, decay and dryness of the leaves. The most common reasons are lack of light, too much watering, poor ventilation and insufficiently clean substrate.
Important! Treatment is carried out by quickly removing the diseased part of the flower and eliminating the cause of the disease. Common plant pests - aphids and whiteflies
When they are found, the insects are first collected by hand, then the flower is treated with an insecticide solution
Frequent plant pests are aphids and whiteflies. When they are found, the insects are first collected by hand, then the flower is treated with an insecticide solution.
Pelargonium Toskana, which is so often called geranium, is a real decoration of the house or garden. Lush bushes with dense flower umbrellas look luxurious and spectacular.
Description of the popular varieties of pelargonium of the Toscana series (Toscana)
Thanks to the work of breeders, the color palette is the widest, from soft marshmallow (Regina variety) to rich scarlet with dark spots (Dark Red variety). The varieties differ in color, shape, size and type of inflorescences.
Toscana Bernd
Pelargonium Toscana Bernd is a terry and zonal beauty. A rare deep red color of inflorescences collected in bright bunches. Pelargonium Tuscany Bernd blooms profusely, covering the entire top with red balls.
Toscana edwards
Pelargonium with red-orange inflorescences is distinguished by a white lining on the back of the petals and at their base. Pelargonium Edwards Tuscany blooms earlier than its sisters and blooms for a long time.
Edwards Tuscany
Toscana Renske
Red-burgundy small inflorescences of this variety densely cover the surface of a compact bush. The plant can be used as an ampelous or potted plant. Blooms early, blooms for a long time.
Toscana Castello
Varieties of this variety have many shades of red and pink. The inflorescences are dense, resistant to fading. The bush is medium, erect, suitable for planting in flower beds.
Toscana hero
A beautiful combination of dark red-pink spots on the petals, with a white tint.The bush is Hiro dwarf, and the inflorescences themselves are very large. The velvet shade shimmers in the sun. Blooms profusely, almost continuously. Medium size with the same color of flowers - Tammo geranium (Tammo).
Hero grade
Description of the plant
Pelargonium is a perennial plant belonging to the Geranium family, which includes more than 250 species and a huge number of varieties. Among this variety, there are both subshrub and herbaceous varieties, with straight, branched or creeping stems.
Flowers are collected in umbrellas or shields. Particularly decorative varieties are distinguished by huge round terry flower caps. Leaves are carved, finger-like or finger-dissected.
The color of the foliage, depending on the variety, varies from light green to dark green.
- Pelargonium has a strong leaf smell. Its intensity differs depending on the variety. Bred varieties with a pronounced smell of chocolate, citrus, perfume.
- The plant is light-loving.
- Unpretentious care. Quickly adapts to growing conditions.
- It tolerates a lack of moisture well.
- When grown outdoors, move the plant indoors for the winter.
- Easily propagated by cuttings.
Caring for pelargonium tulip at home
All geraniums are rather unpretentious plants, but first of all, caring for them is to dig out flowers from flower beds in time at the beginning of cold weather and place them for wintering in heated premises, since, being a native of the southern tropical part of Africa, plants die under frost ...
Location and lighting
photo: tulip geranium
For plants that are untrained and not intended for planting in open ground, a place with a minimum amount of drafts should be found. If a window will often open in a window, it is best to refuse to place a room variety of tulip geranium on its windowsill. It is also advisable to place geraniums in a partially shaded place. Two hours a day under direct exposure to the sun, the plant will tolerate well. But being under the scorching sun all day long will be a great stress for pelargonium.
Temperature
Also, care consists in maintaining the correct temperature regime. In summer, the temperature should fluctuate in the range of 22-26 ° С. In the fall, tulip geraniums must be taught to winter temperatures. This is done gradually, because from sudden temperature jumps, indoor tulip varieties can begin to hurt. In winter, during the hibernation period, the plant should be kept at a temperature of 15 ° C (± 2 °).
Watering and humidity
During the period of active vegetation and flowering, watering should be especially frequent. Every time it is felt that the top layer of soil in the pot or in the root part of the flowerbed is dry, watering should be done immediately. Most often, in the spring-autumn period, it is enough to water once every 2-3 days. However, if the plant is growing in a very cramped small pot, more frequent watering may be necessary.
Home care for any indoor flower is based on ensuring that the watering regime is correctly observed until the end of the season. Often, flower growers practice to reduce the number of watering after the plant has finished flowering. But if you want to try propagating geraniums with seed, remember! In order for the seeds to turn out to be strong and healthy, in a word - viable, high-quality and timely watering is also needed for their formation.
An important factor in the correct and healthy development of the flower is the presence of a good drainage layer. If the drainage is useless, the flower will wither due to the fact that its root system will simply rot.
Top dressing
In top dressing, it is best to focus on potash and phosphorus fertilizers.Of course, from the very beginning of the spring growing season, you can, for a faster awakening, spur the tulip geranium with nitrogen fertilizer. But if you use it often enough, the tulip geranium, instead of giving an abundant color, will all go into lush foliage, and the inflorescences will be rare and inconspicuous.
The same goes for the organic fertilizer craze. A lot of organic matter will also provoke the growth of useless tops.
When using any fertilizers, the main thing is to observe the boundaries of what is permitted. From the fact that you reward your plant with an excessive concentration of mineral water or organic matter, it will thank you with excessively rich and frequent foliage, but do not expect flowering from it. Therefore, all concentrations of nutrients must be strictly verified in accordance with the instructions that come with the fertilizer!
Where to place the pots
Containers with pelargoniums are always installed in the lightest possible rooms. These plants are very fond of ultraviolet light. However, you should not allow direct sunlight to fall on the leaves. Otherwise, they may get burned. Tulip-shaped pelargoniums, moreover, with an excess of ultraviolet radiation, can "sport". That is, their parental genes will wake up, and their flowers will open completely. Of course, in this case, tulip pelargonium will lose its originality. If this happens, the sporty brush should be trimmed. Otherwise, such branches can completely clog the tulip variety.
In the warm season, pots with pelargoniums are usually taken out onto the balcony. This can be done immediately after the air temperature outside warms up above 15 degrees. Support sticks should be installed on stems of tall varieties. Otherwise, the pelargonium can be broken by the wind. In winter, these plants should be kept as cool as possible (11-15 degrees.). If the room is too warm during the cold season, pelargoniums may not bloom in summer. In case of short daylight hours, it is recommended to hang a fluorescent lamp above the plant.
In too humid rooms, these flowers do not do well. Install pelargoniums in dry rooms. For the same reason, the plant is never sprayed. They also do not like drafts or stagnant air in pelargoniums.
How to plant?
Consider the main points regarding the competent planting of tulip pelargonium.
Location and lighting
Tulip pelargonium, like all of its "brothers", prefers sunlight to shaded areas. Note that the plant is therefore best kept on a well-lit windowsill, shading from direct sunlight in summer. If, in winter, tulip-shaped pelargonium is provided with additional artificial lighting, then the plant can please with its flowering even in the cold.
Advice. Growing this pelargonium in the shade is strongly discouraged. With a lack of light, the shoots of the plant will begin to stretch in length, weakening and turning pale at the same time. The leaves also become pale, unsightly, and the buds will not be able to fully open. Thus, the plant will lose most of its decorative effect.
The soil
For growing tulip geraniums, it is recommended to use a ready-made soil mixture. However, you can mix the substrate yourself: for this you need to take peat and garden soil in equal proportions. It is also necessary to add a little river sand to the resulting mixture to loosen the soil.
Since tulip pelargonium does not tolerate stagnant moisture, a drainage layer of expanded clay pebbles must be put on the bottom of the pot, before pouring the earth.
The best varieties
As already mentioned, zonal pelargonium has more than three hundred species. The most common are:
- Calliope Dark Red is a newly bred hybrid. The authors of this variety in the description must indicate the magnificent view of Calliope Dark Red - rich red double buds are located on a medium-sized shrub;
- another medium-sized variety Rafaella differs from Calliope Dark Red in larger inflorescences and a variety of shades - from pale pink to lilac;
- The Violet chandelier blooms with purple buds from May to October. This variety is suitable for both the street and the home, and with proper care, it will delight you with large inflorescences sitting on bright green stems;
- Pelargoniums of the PAC group (here we know as PAK) are more expensive hybrids. Most of them were bred in the last two decades. Varieties of PAK are distinguished by a wide variety of colors and shapes - flowers similar to roses and classic geraniums, white, blue and all shades of red. In our country, the most famous geranium hybrids under the following names are PAC Fireworks Red, PAC Fireworks Red-White, PAC Salmon Princess, PAC Viktor Improved , PAC Viva Carolina;
- incredibly beautiful hybrid Red Pandora belongs to tulip varieties. The inflorescences of Red Pandora resemble a set of small tulips of a delicate scarlet color. The variety blooms for a long time and does not require serious care;
- Pelargonium Montevideo grows into huge peony buds of a pale salmon color. The plant is medium-sized and suitable for growing in an apartment;
- Unicorn Zonartic Rose is a vigorous cross between the golden Lara Zonartic and the purple Lara Suzanne. The result is a plant with pale purple petals and large double leaves;
- another group of pelargoniums - Deacons. In this group, there are plants of various shades - platinum, orange, white, burgundy and others. The flowers are low, with sparse foliage. A number of varieties are bred in Italian Tuscany (Cato, Claudio, Eric, Bernd), other European countries are the homeland of others (Cupid, Emma Hawsley).
Features of growing and care
It is very easy to care for zonal pelargonium. All you need to do is choose the right planting spot and determine the correct watering schedule.
Home care is the most comfortable, since it does not require sheltering the plant for the winter and fighting rodents. However, there are also some nuances here. For example, if placing pelargonium on the street in spring and early summer is almost guaranteed to provide the plant with the required amount of light, then in the room you will have to find the brightest and most calm corner of the house - preferably a southeast window. If there is no such place, in winter the flower will have to be illuminated artificially - with the help of lamps.
Also, do not forget that sunburn has a detrimental effect on the condition of the foliage - protect your plants from direct sunlight and shade flowers in time.
The home conditions of our regions are ideal for growing zonal pelargonium - comfortable temperatures for the plant are considered to be from 12 to 24 ° C, which allows the flower not to fade even in winter. The same applies to humidity: low humidity during the heating season is not a cause for concern, because pelargonium does not need to be sprayed. All they need is regular watering after the soil dries out. In winter, the frequency of soil moistening can be reduced to 1 time in 10 days.
Zonal pelargoniums prefers loose soils. Special primers for this type of plants can be purchased at a flower shop or mixed by yourself. To do this, you need sheet soil, peat, charcoal and sand. All ingredients must be mixed in a 3: 1: 1: 1 ratio.
A change of soil is required for a flower once a year. When transplanting from pot to pot, the volume of the new vessel should not exceed the previous one by more than 15%. The plant is planted in the ground in the middle of spring and removed from there in the fall.
Zonal geranium does not need frequent feeding - it is enough to feed the plant with potassium-phosphate fertilizers before flowering, as well as mineral mixtures during the dormant period. In winter, limit feeding once every six weeks.
Pelargoniums are characterized by a high growth rate, which makes the timely formation of the bush an important point. In the absence of pruning and removal of old shoots, the plant will stop blooming. Therefore, regularly remove old shoots, and also pinch the flower at points of growth no higher than above the sixth leaf.
Zonal pelargonium, like other house plants, is often affected by pests and fungal diseases. In addition, improper care of the flower or its complete absence can become the cause of disease. To avoid problems, do not break the watering, transplanting and feeding regimes, and also regularly check the plant for the presence of parasites (aphids, whiteflies, spider mites).
