Ito Hybrid Care
The flower, despite its exotic appearance, does not belong to the capricious types of plants. In care, they are not too demanding.
Watering and feeding
Watering should be carried out regularly, focusing on the drying out of the top layer of the soil. In hot summers, they do not tolerate dryness, and on cool days they do not tolerate excess moisture.
In the third year after planting, the plant is fed. Ito hybrids have a positive attitude to fertilizers in the form of an infusion of wood ash and dolomite flour. The latter is poured into the soil dry in the autumn. Infusion can be watered every 20-25 days.
Additional Information! It is important not to overdo it with feeding, otherwise the plant will react negatively, which will manifest itself in its appearance
Wood ash is often used to fertilize flowers.
Mulching and loosening
Roots need oxygen for good development. To ensure its constant access, the topsoil must be loose. There is no need for forced mulching. However, it helps young bushes to winter.
Preventive treatment
To prevent bacteria or pests from appearing in the plant, gardeners recommend removing old foliage in time. Then the bush is sprayed with copper sulfate, and the soil is watered with diluted Bordeaux liquid.
Growing a flower, how to plant it in open ground
The species reproduces by seeds, dividing the bush or root cuttings, stem cuttings, layering.
Planting by root cuttings
The peony should have at least 2-3 buds on the root collar, the root length should be at least 15 cm.
Small rhizomes with 1-2 buds, if they have at least one root, can also be planted. They are quite viable and root well with a slight delay in the development of the bush.
What time is the boarding
Transplanting, planting and dividing the peony bush is done from mid-August to mid-September. At this time, the growth of overgrowing small roots occurs, due to which the bush is nourished.
Partial rooting of plantings, intensively continuing immediately after thawing of the soil in spring, contributes to a faster onset of peony flowering. At other times, it is necessary to ensure the safety not only of the roots, but also of the shoots.
Location selection
Peonies reach their maximum development at 4–5 years of age and, with good agricultural technology, bloom profusely for another 8–12 years. The plant loves lighted places and reacts to strong darkening with a decrease in the abundance of flowering and paler flowers. A place is chosen taking into account the absence of roots of shrubs, trees and nearby groundwater.
The ideal place is well-lit, with openwork partial shade during the day, away from buildings and large trees, protected from the wind.
Important! Stagnant water and high groundwater levels are unacceptable!
How to prepare the soil for planting
The fleshy perennial roots of peonies with a large supply of nutrients for the normal development of plants require fertile well-cultivated soils and planting places with a depth and diameter of cultivation comparable to the size of the bush and its root system.
The groundwater level should be no higher than 1 meter. The peculiarity of the narrow-leaved peony is that rocky, moderately humid and slightly arid places are permissible.
Growing peonies requires a well-drained soil with good water and air permeability. Drainage from bricks, stones is laid at the bottom of the seats, rusty iron can be added.
On heavy clay soils, sand is added to the pit, on sandy loam and sandy clay.Rotted manure or compost is added to the mixture, per one well, depending on the volume, 100-200 grams of superphosphate, 100-150 grams of potassium sulfate and dolomite flour, lime or ash in acidic soil. It is better to clarify the fertilizer dosage in the instructions. The soil is slightly compacted.
The upper part of the pit (15-25 cm) is filled with ordinary fertile soil without fertilizers, and the plant is planted in this layer.
For reference! The recommended soil acidity is slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5).
Preparing a seedling for planting
Delenka is examined, damaged and rotten roots are removed, cuts and broken off parts of the root are powdered with ash, charcoal, a means to stimulate growth. Large roots are cut to 1/3 of the length.
Important! The seedlings should be handled carefully, the roots break easily. Peony planting procedure step by step:
Peony planting procedure step by step:
Choose a place.
Prepare the planting hole by arranging a drainage layer, fill it with soil and fertilizers. Make a hole.
Prepare peony seedlings (cuttings, young bush).
Set the level by marking it with a stretched rope or board
Place the seedling in the prepared hole, checking the depth of the buds. Large roots are placed in a pit without bending to avoid breaking.
The growth points of the seedling should be at a depth of 3-4 cm. After the soil subsides, the seedling settles by 1.5–2 centimeters.
Cover the hole with fertile soil.
With your hands, gently squeeze the soil, tamping it around the roots.
Spill abundantly with water at the rate of 1-2 buckets per plant. If necessary, add more soil if it sags.
Mulch with compost, straw, peat, chopped bark.
For late plantings, provide shelter for the seedling.
Delenka-sapling
The nuances of growing
Ito-hybrid peonies prefer fertile loamy soils. For them, it is best to choose moderately sunny places with little shade, but by no means those that go near water bodies or groundwater. Otherwise, the root system of plants may begin to rot, and this is fraught with the death of plants.
Peat is undesirable for fertilizing the soil, while the soil should be moderately acidic. It is best to choose a place for landing that is calm. Despite the fact that peonies of this variety are very resistant to temperature changes.
It is undesirable to plant peonies in a shaded place with drafts, since without sunlight they simply will not bloom, but they will turn green abundantly. Plants are usually planted in the spring or autumn, sometimes at the end of summer.
In the first year of planting, plants may not bloom. For peonies, this phenomenon is considered normal, and therefore, with proper care, there should be no worries. Plants usually begin to bloom 2-3 years after planting in the ground.
The procedure for planting in the ground is as follows.
Preparation of holes 60x60 or 50x50 cm in size and about 70–80 cm deep. Filling the holes with a layer of sand, gravel, compost and humus. Sometimes potassium and wood ash are also added as additional dressings. After that, the pits are filled up and left for several weeks to tamp the earth. The distance between future bushes should be on average 1 meter or more. When planting, peonies should not be placed too deep
It is very important to compact the ground well. After planting, the plants should be watered abundantly
The transplant is best done in the autumn season. Plants are most often transplanted after 5–7 years, but it is worth understanding: after this time, the roots of the plants will be very large, which can significantly complicate the task. Plants are planted by dividing the tubers.
Peony "Coral": the origin and description of the variety for the Moscow region
"Coral" - varieties of peonies for the Moscow region. It is written in the plural because there are about 10 types. In the middle of the last century, gardeners identified unusually colored peonies. Their buds were light orange in color.Breeding work began immediately to breed a flower culture of coral color.
The flower shape is star-shaped. The bud diameter ranges from 15 to 25 centimeters. The hat is large and fluffy. The root system is very powerful. The culture tolerates frost and hot summer well. With proper care, it can decorate the garden for 15-20 years. The variety is a real long-liver.
Pay attention to the variety "Peony Coral Pink". It is especially popular with gardeners.
It does not have a strong aroma, the charm of the variety is in its unusual color. Inflorescences are light coral pink, leaves are light green. The stems of the culture are strong. The peony reaches a length of 60-70 centimeters. The diameter of the buds is 12 centimeters.
Hawaiian Coral. Another popular variety among amateurs is gardeners. Has the smell of freshly cut hay. The color of the buds is soft apricot. Leaves are glossy, dark green in color. The variety is herbaceous, the height of the bush can reach up to one meter. The diameter of the bud is 20 centimeters.
Coral Beach ranks third in the ranking of varieties. It has a unique shape. It resembles a lotus. The color of the buds is soft coral, the leaves are a rich dark green. The diameter of the buds is 17 centimeters. The height of the bush is 90 centimeters.
"Coral Fairy" is a hybrid of peonies, which is distinguished by its pink-coral color and persistent sweet aroma. Leaves are light green. The diameter of the buds is 16 centimeters. The bush is not very high - 75 centimeters.
Coral Sunset. Another popular variety among professionals and novice gardeners. The color of the flower is unusual and is in perfect harmony with bright green leaves. The buds are pink-peach with an admixture of red. The smell that flowers emit is delicate. The diameter of the cupped inflorescences reaches 20 centimeters. The height of the bush is 90 centimeters.
Coral Supreme. A rare and expensive variety. The color of the buds is salmon-coral pink. Leaves are deep green. The diameter of the buds reaches 20 centimeters, the height of the bush is up to 90 centimeters. Its stems are powerful. The aroma is sweetish, very pleasant.
Coral Charm. The variety reflects its name. Bloom gives it a special charm. At the beginning, the buds are colored dark pink. The closer to blooming, the more the color changes. Peonies become light coral, and along the edges of the petals - a light border. At the end of flowering, the buds turn yellow. The leaves are dark green, and the stems give off a reddish color. The buds have eight petals, which makes the variety seem especially lush and elegant. The diameter is 20 centimeters, the height of the bush is 80 centimeters. The aroma is soft and delicate.
"Coral": plant care
Planting begins in mid-September. The place where the peony will grow should be sunny and calm. You can plant a flower crop next to a low shrub. If you decide to plant a peony near the house, then you should not do this. The walls emit constant heat, which can ruin the flower. The distance between the planting and the house must be at least 2 meters.
The variety loves loam. Absolutely intolerant of peat and heavy clay soil. Of fertilizers, he prefers ash and potassium sulfate.
A flower crop is planted in such a way that there is at least 5 centimeters of earth above the lower bud. For the winter, the plants are covered.
Planting and leaving
The new species of peonies prefers areas exposed to sunlight. Slight shading in the middle of the day is allowed. When choosing a place, several important points are taken into account:
- Peonies should not be planted in lowlands where water stagnates after rains and melting snow.
- Loamy soil is preferred, with a neutral or slightly alkaline reaction.
- There should be no trees or large bushes nearby, they will take nutrients from the ground.
The optimal time to add a new bush to the garden is autumn. Planting in spring is not recommended, but flowers can be planted in April if necessary. A pit for a seedling is prepared in advance. Its size is 70670 cm, depth is 50-60 cm. Sand, expanded clay or just bits of brick are poured at the bottom.These materials act as a drainage system to improve the flow of water. Under the root, a pillow is prepared from fertile loose soil with mineral fertilizers.
Mix components:
- humus or compost;
- garden land;
- superphosphate - 200 g;
- dolomite flour 200-300 g;
- wood ash - 250-500 g.
After mixing all the components, fill the hole with them by 2/3. The roots of the flowers will be drawn to the harvested nutrients. The seedling is placed in the middle of the pit and covered with earth.
It is important to know how to plant the ITO-peony correctly. Root buds should be 3-5 cm from the surface
The seedling is watered abundantly.
Planting scheme of ITO-peony
Care
Hybrid peonies are extremely resistant to negative temperatures and do not need winter shelter. In cold regions, it is recommended to protect young plantings of the first year with moss or oak leaves. In spring, plants need good watering, fertilizing with mineral fertilizers and loosening the soil. In the first 2 years, feeding is carried out by the foliar method, according to the leaves. In total, the soil is fertilized 3 times per season: in early spring, before flowering and at the end of summer. In autumn, the stems are cut like those of herbaceous peonies.
Cutting a bush for breeding
Reproduction of hybrids occurs by dividing the root. An adult plant at the age of 4-5 years is suitable for cutting. I propagate perennials at the end of August or September. The rhizome is divided into parts of the same size with roots not shorter than 15 cm and 2-3 growth buds. Before planting, the delenki are treated with a fungicide solution.
"Bartzella": origin, characteristics of the variety
Peonies are the result of the labors of Chinese breeders. They presented a new plant to the flower world. Breeders in other countries began to improve it. As a result of their work, a yellow peony was obtained - the efforts of Japanese craftsmen. America got down to business, and now we have a hybrid of a yellow peony. "Bartzella" - peonies: the best varieties for the Moscow region and other countries with cold winters.
The variety, beloved by many gardeners, is obtained by crossing treelike peonies with herbaceous ones. The hybrid reaches a height of one meter and a diameter of 30 centimeters.
There are many flowers on the bush - this value depends on the age of the plant. The older it is, the more inflorescences. The variety pleases with its flowering for a long time - from three weeks. It happens that "Bartzella" blooms twice a year. The color of the inflorescences is yellow with a red or dark pink center.
Plant care
The variety is unpretentious, but minimal care of "Bartzella" is necessary. When landing, place is taken into account. This variety is a big fan of sunlight and watering. Nutrient soil is not indifferent to him. If the plant is planted in a place closed from the sun, it will hurt and die.
The root system of "Bartzella" is strong, but does not go deep into the soil. This does not reduce the frost resistance of the variety, but you will have to work hard with the preparation of the hole and hole. Sand, peat and planting soil are laid out in the hole. A hole is dug just before planting a flower, the ground is given the opportunity to settle slightly. Purchased plants are planted at the end of April. Own - in August.
Peonies planted for the first time need fertilizing with minerals. They are applied along with fertilizers. Ash and ferrous sulfate are ideal nutritional options for vegetable "young".
A young plant requires regular watering. And one modest watering can is indispensable here. During the heat, the peony is able to "drink" two buckets of water. Only you will need to monitor the soil, water should not stagnate in it. Excessive moisture in a garden culture is useless. Weeds grow well in too wet soil. Young plants do not need such a neighborhood. It is detrimental to peonies. Timely weeding is another point in Bartzella's care.
Regular loosening of the soil encourages the roots to breathe. Do it quite often. And remember that in the first year, the peony will not delight the owners with its color. With proper care, an adult plant will do this.Unlike young growth, adult flowers do not need loosening of the soil and constant watering. They grow on their own, delighting the gardener with their flowering and aroma. But the main points of care should be taken into account.
An adult "Bartzella" loves the sun no less than a young one. She is able to grow for many years in one place, there would be light. Periodically, the peony should be fed with fertilizers. Ash and compost are the best "food" for a flower culture. You do not need to close it for the winter, as well as cut it off. The only thing that can be done is to cover the surface of the ground around the plants.
Conclusion
Ito-peonies of various varieties are welcome pets in the garden of a passionate florist. They grow rapidly and, being a perennial crop, are able to delight the owner with a long lush flowering over the years. For their cultivation, a minimum of effort is required, and the aesthetic pleasure from their appearance is maximum.
Adding an article to a new collection
ITO-peonies - unpretentious and exceptionally elegant hybrids of a favorite flower, bred not so long ago and rapidly conquered the market around the world, will become a real decoration of any garden. And for good reason - there are already hundreds of options for their sizes, shapes, colors and shades!
Of course, the once very rare yellow peonies are most in demand, but lovers of red, pink, white and even orange forms also have something to choose from ITO hybrids.
We have already told you the history of the appearance of these spectacular flowers, the rules for their selection and planting, considered the nuances of care and reproduction. Today we will talk about the best and most popular varieties of ITO-peonies - with the help of our descriptions, characteristics and photos, you can choose the most suitable options for your site.
So, our TOP-9 ITO-hybrids (peonies).
