Climbing rose polka: photo, description, planting and care

Growing and care

It is not enough just to plant a rose. For the normal development of the bush, daily care is required, which has some features:

The polka should be grown in open, sunny places. Excessive lighting will affect the formation of numerous buds.
It is enough to water the bush three times a week. Each shrub will require about a bucket of water at room temperature.
Reviews of professional gardeners speak of the need for long-term and thorough feeding. Preparation begins 45 days before planting the bush. The soil must be saturated with beneficial trace elements

The best time for feeding is the growing season and the formation of inflorescences.
Manure and humus are better absorbed by the rose in the form of liquid fertilizers.
It is important to ensure a normal level of air humidity. Frequent spraying of the rose in the evening or morning with warm water is required

This will save the delicate petals from the summer heat.
The climbing rose polka is highly resistant to numerous fungal diseases.

Reasons for poor flowering (explained by experienced gardeners)

Often the cause of poor flowering, experts call diseases: bark cancer, ash (powdery mildew). To combat them, you need to irrigate the bushes with a Bordeaux mixture, when the buds have not yet blossomed.

Another reason is wild growth in the root zone. It must be removed without fail. If it is wrong to cover the rose for the winter, then it will also bloom badly. Be sure to create an air cushion between the cover sheet and the plant itself so that the stems can breathe.

Excessive fertilization with nitrogen fertilizers leads to an increase in green mass, but not to the formation of buds. Drafts and too shady place also affect flowering. If it is illiterate to cut the bush, capturing young shoots, this will affect the formation of buds. Unsuitable soil is another factor in the lack of flowers. Choose a fertile, loose, nutrient-rich soil.

How to plant and care?

When starting the process of planting the Polka, it is important to choose the right place. Plain areas are suitable for a climbing rose (the variety can grow both in a sunny place and in a shady area)

However, remember that only in the sun "Polka" will bloom violently. Loamy soil is ideal for Polka roses (it allows moisture to pass through perfectly). Another type of soil can be "improved" using special fertilizers, special flour or humus. Manure should be poured onto the bottom of the dug hole for planting the "Polka".

The root of the "Polka" rose is immersed to a depth of about 12 cm (it should put down new roots). This depth will not allow the rose to freeze. After planting a bush, do not forget to water it thoroughly (1-2 buckets of water). The soil around the plant is carefully leveled with a shovel. There should be no roots on the surface. Drainage for planting "Polka" can be expanded clay. Broken clay pots are also suitable. Climbing rose implies the presence of additional support (vertical or horizontal). It can be built from old trunks, snags. You can also use a grate made of wood or metal.

In the case of planting a bush in fertile soil in the right place, caring for it will be minimal. The process involves the following actions:

• regular watering;
• thorough weeding;
• competent soil feeding;
• disease prevention and pest control;
• seasonal shelter.

Separately, it should be noted that "Polka" needs pruning, which will help to give the plant a magnificent shape and improve the flowering process. Thanks to proper care, the bush will always be covered with roses.Pruning work is carried out, as a rule, in spring and autumn. Until the time when the buds begin to bloom, "dead" shoots are cut from the bush. The rest are trimmed to the outer kidney.

Special attention is paid to watering the Polka rose bush. With the arrival of spring, each bush is watered (from 10 to 30 liters)

The volume depends on the age of the plants. The main thing is to thoroughly moisturize the entire root system. Water infrequently but abundantly.

Don't rely on spring rainfall. They are usually short-lived. The soil is only half moistened, while the depth of irrigation of the rose should be at least 20 cm. When watering, do not use ice water, otherwise the plant may die. Usually, Polka bushes are irrigated once a week in the spring. In hot and dry summers, of course, this is done more often. Final watering is carried out in early October. Thirty liters of water is enough for young bushes, fifty for old ones.

Young bushes do not require feeding for a long time (2-3 years from the moment of planting). Older plants need regular fertilization. Products that contain peat and nitrogen are perfect.

Pay attention to the following guidelines:

• during the growing season, it is necessary to carry out up to 5 dressings;
• the summer period implies two or three fertilization of the soil;
• the final stage of feeding takes place in October.

It is necessary to prepare the Polka rose for winter on a clear day. The scourges are removed from the support, the dead branches are cut off. The soil is covered with dry leaves or spruce branches. The lashes are tied tightly with a rope and fixed at the base of the earth with arcs. Covering "Polka" is advised at a temperature not higher than +5 degrees. Earlier covering threatens the "greenhouse effect", which will adversely affect the plant. From above, the bush is covered with a special box or other device. Then the protection is fixed with oppression.

Climbing rose polka and caring for it

Climbing rose polka needs watering and organic fertilization at the root

As for care, the rose needs pruning, normal watering and, of course, top dressing. Trimming is carried out in order to form the crown and thin out the inside, which can be learned in detail from the video. With the arrival of spring, it is necessary to get rid of dead shoots. When winter comes, the bush is covered so that frost does not damage it.

At the turn of summer, they begin to prepare the rose for winter. According to reviews, during this period, it is worth stopping watering, loosening the soil and applying nitrogen. Preparation should be done in dry weather, as evidenced by the reviews of the owners. If there is a need, then you should remove the rose from the support, then clean the shoots or cut off those that are damaged.

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How the plant reproduces

The only breeding method suitable for Polka is cuttings. It gives almost 100% results. When grown from seeds, the varietal characteristics of the hybrid are lost; it is impossible to bend thick, powerful shoots to the ground for rooting the cuttings without breaking them. And dividing a bush is a big risk: it is very likely not to get two plants, but to lose one.

Cuttings are cut in early June, preferably in the early morning. Their length is 12-15 cm, each should have 3-5 growth buds. The lower leaves are removed completely, the upper two or three are cut in half.

Rose cuttings are best harvested early in the morning, when plant tissues are saturated with moisture as much as possible.

The lower cut of the cutting, made obliquely, is soaked for 5-6 hours in a root formation stimulator. Roses are rooted at home by planting them in a mixture of peat and humus (1: 1) and creating "greenhouses" from plastic bags, plastic bottles. The following spring, established specimens are planted in a permanent place.

Rooting cuttings of a Polka rose almost always gives the desired result.

Rosa Polka with photo and description

Among the variety of varieties, it is worth appreciating the rose, called Polka. First of all, it charms with a rich palette of shades, in which coral, peach and apricot colors are harmoniously combined.

The bush can be over 2 meters high, as seen in the photo. At the edges, the flower, as a rule, fades out and takes on an amazing shade. Polka is characterized by undulating flowering, which can be clearly seen in the photo.

If you pay attention to the description of Polka, then the unusual edges of the petals are somewhat reminiscent of tissue paper, and the shade of ivory gives the rose a bewitching charm.

If we talk about the diameter of the flower, then on average it is 10 cm. It is believed that the variety belongs to climbers. According to reviews and descriptions, the low climbing rose Polka has a subtle scent, but this in no way makes it less popular and beloved. Why? She pleases the owners of the garden with ease of care, abundant flowering until September, is resistant to various diseases and frost.

Needless to say about spectacular and unusual double flowers, each of which has about 50 petals ?! Not every variety can boast of such "wealth". The leaves of the rose are shiny and large, have a dark shade. These flowers are perfect for forming arrangements. The video shows that the Polka bush is vigorous and quite branchy.

It is noteworthy that it is characterized by the presence of rigid and erect stems, as well as large thorns. Flowers are often collected in so-called brushes of about 2-5 pieces, although there are also single ones. The number of "waves" in Polka depends on its habitat. The closer to the south - the more and more of them.

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Description of the Polka variety

Despite its considerable age of 40, its popularity is not decreasing at all and it is still in demand among both beginners and more experienced farmers.

Peculiarities

The variety has taken root in the territory of almost all former Soviet republics. He was noted in many regions of our country.

Bushes

• Strawberry bushes do not differ in height (12-14 cm) or spreading, but they are powerful and leafy. Like many large-fruited species, Polka tends to overgrow quickly.
• The stems of the plant are high, of medium thickness, with a slight edge. The leaves are medium-sized, dark green with a characteristic glossy sheen and a jagged edge. The foliage is trifoliate, the structure is wrinkled.
• The variety is distinguished by the development of a large number of peduncles with large white flowers. Barren flowers are not observed, almost all flowers form ovaries. Peduncles are tall and strong, easily holding medium-sized fruits.

Strawberries of the "Polka" variety have good fruiting.

Berries

The fruits have an excellent presentation, an impressive weight of 45-60 grams, a conical shape. The structure is soft, juicy, pale pink, no cavities are observed. The second crop is more heterogeneous and lighter in weight.

But the main advantage of the Polka variety is the taste of berries. They are distinguished not only by their juiciness and sweetness, but also by the unusual taste of caramel. Fruits can be processed, dried and frozen

What is important, even after heat exposure and processing, the berries do not lose their shape or color. The aroma of fruits is perfectly revealed in jams, confitures, compotes and candied fruits

Yield

The yield is not very high - 1.5 kg from one bush, but it is stable. The variety bears fruit well both in the open field and in a greenhouse.

A feature of the "Polka" strawberry variety is its high yield.

Features of planting strawberries and breeding

Strawberries "Polka" are not picky and easy to plant, less susceptible to diseases.

The culture propagates with the help of young rosettes, which, in the case of autumn planting, have time to adapt to frost and early enter the fruiting period.

The landing site should warm up well, not have shaded areas, and be distinguished by an enriched composition. To do this, you need to add organic fertilizers during the digging process. At the same stage, weeds and debris are removed from the soil.

You should not choose beds where nightshades were cultivated. Preferred growing location, legumes, cereals, herbs or salads. Before planting, it is necessary to treat the soil with agents against pests, mold and mildew.

Planting strawberries of the "Polka" variety is carried out according to the general rules.

Reproduction

A feature of the variety is short antennae, which take root in the immediate vicinity of the mother bush. In the conditions of cultivation of Polka in greenhouses, transplanting can be carried out in winter.

Seeds are rarely used for multiplying crops, as this method is too costly and not very effective.

Description of the variety

Basic information about remontant raspberries

Raspberries have the peculiarity that their root system is perennial, and the aboveground part goes through a two-year development cycle and the shoot dies off two years old in the fall. On traditional raspberry varieties, fruit buds are formed only on two-year-old shoots.

Remontant raspberry varieties (remontant (fr.) - continuously flowering) are capable of bearing fruit on the shoots of both the first and second years. According to this property, the agricultural technology of its cultivation is also built.

A little about the history of selection

The raspberry variety Polka (polka (pol.) - polka, Polish) was bred in 1993 by Dr. Jan Danek from the Institute of Horticulture and Floriculture in Brzezno.

Institute emblem

The Polka's parents were the Otm Bliss raspberry variety and the P89141 line. Polka's finest hour came in 2003, when it was presented by the Minister of Agriculture of England at the annual English exhibition Fruit Focus. A year later, it was grown by hundreds of fruit nurseries in England and Europe, and the number of grown seedlings was estimated at millions. Polka is currently the EU standard for remontant raspberries.

Variety characteristics

Speaking about the quantitative and qualitative characteristics of a plant variety, it is convenient to have a similar variety at hand, it is not for nothing that it is said that everything is learned by comparison. Variety of remontant raspberries Brilliant selection of I.V. Kazakova is perfect for this, in fact, they are twin sisters. So, Professor Ivan Kazakov versus Dr. Jan Danek.

On the left I.V. Kazakov, on the right J. Danek

Comparison of the characteristics of the varieties Brilliantovaya and Polka, table

An analysis of the table does not give a clear advantage to any variety, so why did Polka fill the whole of Europe, and Diamond sparkles with its berries only in our country and sometimes in Ukraine? But Diamond is even less prone to disease and better tolerates extreme climatic conditions.

• The first answer lies on the surface: Poland is a member of the European Union, and we do not strive there at all.
• The second is related to the time factor: in the year of the presentation of the Polka in England, an application was only submitted to the State Register for the Diamond.
• Third. The cultivation technology of the variety with trellis is much more time consuming and increases the cost of raspberries.
• And the last thing. Polka is tastier and more aromatic, and due to the uniformity of the berries, it has an excellent presentation.

Well, let's congratulate Polka on her victory and admire the beautiful Polish girl.

Examples of berries in the photo

Malina Polka in Ukraine, video

And now we focus on the advantages and disadvantages of Polka

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety, table

Diseases and pests

Since this variety of raspberries is completely mowed before wintering, pests rarely disturb the plants. But in unfavorable soil, the root system of this variety can get sick.

Diseases:

• Root cancer - tumors form on the roots, the bush withers, fertility decreases. Bacteria can appear in soil or humus. For prevention, you should not grow raspberries in one place, you also need to disinfect the roots before planting. For treatment, it is necessary to cut off the tumors and process the cut sites with a 1% solution of copper sulfate or completely dig out the plant.
• Vertical wilt - the roots crack, the leaves turn yellow and fall off, the berries become small. For treatment, treat the affected area with a 0.2% solution of Vitaros or Fundazol.
• Root rot - greens at the roots become stained, the leaves turn brown, the roots rot. For treatment, you need to destroy the bushes, treat the raspberries with a special fungicide solution.

Pests:

• May beetle - Water the plants with manganese or pull the beetles out by hand.
• Raspberry moth - spray the bushes with lime (1 kg per 10 l) until the buds appear.
• Aphids - it is necessary to wash off insects under running water.

Step by step care instructions

Before planting a Polka rose, you must choose the right site, taking into account the characteristics of the soil. She does not tolerate low-lying areas, in which water accumulates, destroying the roots, therefore flat ones are best for her.

This variety grows well in both sunny and shaded areas. However, it must be borne in mind that only when receiving a sufficient amount of sunlight, the plant will bloom profusely. A loamy soil type is suitable for it, which passes water well. Other land needs to be made more fertile by adding:

• phosphate fertilizers;
• humus;
• bone meal.

At the bottom of the pit, prepared for planting a climbing rose Polka, you need to pour humus or manure.

Attention! Drainage for planting Polka roses can be expanded clay, fragments of bricks or clay pots.

The root collar of the plant should be at a depth of 12 cm, where it will take root. At such a depth, the flower will not freeze in winter. After planting, it must be watered well - at least 1 bucket per bush. The earth must be carefully tamped so that there are no roots on the surface.

Roses are fed with organic matter or fertilizers that contain peat. During the growing season, they need to be applied 4 times, and during flowering, fertilization is not necessary.

For the climbing rose Polka, additional support is needed. It can be:

• trunk;
• old driftwood;
• wooden, metal grill.

Florists advise placing vertical supports near the wall, on which the shoots are then tied, flowers will appear on it at the top. If the supports are placed horizontally, then the flowers will appear to the gaze over its entire area.

Adult bushes of the climbing rose Polka are transplanted only if it needs urgent rescue or the place has become unsuitable for growing it. Works are performed in September - early October. Then the plant will have time to take root before frost. You can do it in the spring, but before the buds awaken.

The bush is carefully dug in a circle. Root damage must not be allowed

Having dug out, cleaned of the soil, pruning them and shoots. After that, they are planted in a pre-dug hole. Polka rose should never be poured, but drought should not be allowed. Under each bush of the transplanted flower, warm water should be poured 3 times a week. What is needed is warm, because the roots have not yet matured, therefore they do not react well to cold water.

Important! Climbing rose Polka needs pruning, which helps to form a lush crown, stimulate flowering, thereby increasing the decorative effect of the flower. Due to correct pruning, the plant will bloom continuously throughout the growing season .. These works are carried out in the spring and autumn.

Before the rose begins to bloom, the frozen and obsolete shoots are removed from the bush, and the remaining ones are pruned to a strong outer bud. Subsequent pruning work depends on the number of flowering periods per year.

These works are carried out in the spring and autumn. Before the rose begins to bloom, the frozen and obsolete shoots are removed from the bush, and the remaining ones are pruned to a strong outer bud. Subsequent pruning work depends on the number of flowering periods per year.

Climbing rose Polka needs preparation for wintering, which consists in stopping:

• glaze;
• loosening the soil;
• introduction of nitrogen.

It is necessary to prepare the plant for winter in dry weather. The whip of the rose must be removed in the supports and the excess should be cut off. Put a layer of spruce branches or dry leaves on the ground. Tie the whips tightly with a rope and press them to the ground with hooks or arcs. Thoroughly cover the climbing rose Polka is advised only when the temperature drops to + 5 ° C. With earlier covering, the flower may start to grow or germinate. From above it is necessary to cover with a box.

Characteristics of the large-fruited remontant raspberry Polka

Raspberry Polka was bred in Poland over 30 years ago by a breeder named Jan Danek. It has successfully taken root throughout Europe after the 2003 International Agricultural Exhibition. At the moment, this variety is the leader of Poland's planting stock in terms of exports. In European countries, the remontant polka is considered the most demanded for cultivation.

Did you know? Raspberries have been known to man since time immemorial. The first mentions of this plant were found in Greece on the island of Crete, which date back to the 1st century AD. NS. In the suburbs of Moscow, Prince Yuri Dolgoruky was first engaged in its cultivation in the XII century.

Appearance, size and type of berries, yield

Polka bushes grow up to 1.5 m in height. There are few thorns and they do not interfere with caring for the shrub. White inflorescences are located at the tops of the branches and near the leaves. Drupes ripen large, up to 3 cm, weighing up to 7 g. They have a regular conical shape, reminiscent of a thimble. There are up to 10 bunches of bright scarlet berries with a rich raspberry flavor and aroma. Among gardeners, it is believed that the fruits of this variety have an optimal balance of sour and sweet tastes.

Polka is the best dessert raspberry variety in Europe. Begins to bear fruit in the first year after planting. Up to 4 kg of raspberries can be harvested from a bush, which is a high yield indicator. The variety can yield twice a season. For commercial purposes, it is recommended to give preference to one main crop, which ripens even when the bulk of the berries in the orchards have been harvested for a long time (July-October).

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

• The main advantages of this variety:
• perfect taste;
• high productivity;
• long fruiting period (3 months);
• berries remain dry when removed;
• high keeping quality and transportability of raspberries (up to 10 days);
• few thorns on branches, small thorns;
• resistance to most viruses and fungi;
• the versatility of the use of the crop (it lends itself well to freezing, can be canned, made fruit drinks and jelly).

• The description of the disadvantages is as follows:
• low frost resistance (requires insulation and pruning for the winter);
• poorly tolerates drought and heat (at + 35 ° C, it is necessary to create an artificial shade for the plant and organize drip irrigation);
• requires frequent feeding;
• there are frequent diseases of the root system (cancer and rot).

Description of the Polka variety

Climbing rose Polka is a large-flowered lush bush, lashes can reach a length of 3 m, the diameter of a bush of an adult plant is up to 2 m. The flowers are large, fragrant, in average 10-12 cm in diameter, up to 3-5 flowers are formed on one stem, located separately, or collected in magnificent brushes. The color of the petals of a Polka rose with a wavy edge from pale peach to rich apricot.

Rosa Polka - a French selection was presented at an exhibition in the United States in 1991, after which the rose immediately won the hearts of millions of gardeners, becoming one of the most popular and beloved. Especially often the Polka variety is used in the design of hedges and arches. Powerful lashes of a rose and its large flowers are an amazing combination that will not leave anyone indifferent!

In the conditions of the middle lane, a climbing rose Polka can behave like a scrub, without growing a lash longer than 200 cm, which does not spoil its appearance at all, but this fact should be taken into account when planning the landscape design of a garden plot.

Separately, it is worth talking about the subtle delicate aroma of the Polka variety, which exudes a flower. It is especially noticeable in the evening after sunset - fruity notes combined with soft florals create a wonderful bouquet of aroma. It is because of this that a rose of this variety is sometimes planted in tubs on open verandas and terraces, as well as on balconies in decorative flowerpots.

The detailed characteristics of the climbing rose - pearlescent luxury can be summarized as follows:

the variety has good winter hardiness, in severe winters it needs a special shelter;
this rose is characterized by satisfactory resistance to powdery mildew and black spot pathogens, which is important when grown in the Western and Central regions of Russia, where summer can be wet and rainy;
Polish climbing roses are re-blooming, we can say that the bush is covered with large dense delicate flowers all summer, from June to the end of September, replacing each other;
the bloom of the Polka rose is very stormy, lush and long-lasting - a huge plus of this variety;

the flowers of the Polka rose variety are weakly resistant to rain and strong winds, the petals are weakly fastened, the opened flower quickly flies around, losing its aesthetic appeal;
in the sun, the petals of this rose change their color, fading, and this happens unevenly, which does not at all spoil the general appearance of the bush, but adds a certain zest;
in extreme heat, the flowers of the Polka rose live for one day, quickly fly around and wither.

The nuances of care

Caring for a Polka rose is within the power of even a novice rose grower:

• Watering. Once every 6–8 days (twice as often in the heat), 15–20 liters of warm water per adult plant. After it, if the soil is not mulched, loosening and weeding is carried out.

• Top dressing. They are brought in from the second year after disembarkation. At the beginning of the growing season - nitrogen (20–25 g of any mineral fertilizer per 10 liters of water), at the time of bud formation and after each “wave” of flowering - a complex remedy for roses. In the middle of autumn, phosphorus and potassium are needed - 30 g of simple superphosphate and potassium sulfate per 10 liters of water, wood ash (liter can) or special store fertilizers (ABA, Autumn).

• Preparing for winter. The trunk circle cleared of debris is covered with a layer of humus about 10 cm thick, at the base of the bush - up to 20-25 cm.The shoots are carefully removed from the support, if possible, they are tied and wrapped in several layers of covering material or burlap, laying them with spruce branches. For young bushes, you can use covers, boxes, boxes or a frame made of greenhouse arches covered with the same covering material.

Video: recommendations for growing roses

The biggest challenge is pruning. You should not "go against nature" by forming a bush from a climber. This Polka, most likely, will not survive. Competent pruning is carried out according to the following principles:

• The buds on the stems form within 4–5 years. Older shoots should be harvested 2-3 times a year, shortening to about 30 cm.
• In spring and autumn, they must carry out sanitary pruning, getting rid of dry, broken, frozen, thin, deformed shoots.
• Shoots of the last season are pruned into 2-3 buds in spring, shoots under the age of 4-5 years - by 4-6.
• In the summer, after the first "wave" of flowering, all available stems are shortened by a third or a quarter. This will activate branching and allow re-flowering.

You don't have to bother too much with pruning Polka roses - this is another undoubted advantage of the variety

Landing dates and rules

This plant is quite unpretentious and perfectly adapts to any soil. However, the rose still has its own preferences:

• she loves bright daylight, therefore, if possible, it is still better to choose a place for her where she will meet the first rays of the sun - in the east of the site;
• prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can lead to burns of Polka leaves, so it is advisable that the bush be shaded in the afternoon;
• she does not like drafts and cold winds;
• for a rose, fruit plants and wild rose hips are unwanted neighbors;
• it does not tolerate stagnation of moisture due to the likelihood of damaging the root system, therefore, when choosing a place for it, it is better to avoid low-lying areas;
• despite its unpretentiousness, it still prefers nutritious soil and good care.

The best months to plant a Polka rose are May or October.

Having found a suitable place for planting, they prepare a pit. It's best to do this beforehand. For example, if the planting is scheduled for spring, then it is advisable to prepare the pit in the fall. But you can do this a few days before planting. The hole is dug wide, the depth should be about 0.5 m.If you plan to plant several rose bushes, then the distance between the holes should be at least 0.5 m.A mixture of earth with humus or manure is distributed along the bottom of this hole in a 1: 1 ratio, and well watered with water.

Before planting, the roots of the plant should be treated with a growth-stimulating compound. For its preparation, 1 tablet of heteroauxin and 3 tablets of phosphorobacterin are dissolved in 0.5 l of water. This solution is poured into a 9.5 L clay mash and mixed thoroughly.

It is important to note that the roots of the seedling are dipped into the chatter box only up to the neck, not higher! This measure is carried out in order to bacterize and stimulate plant growth.

Very carefully you need to handle the root system of the seedling so as not to damage the roots. At the bottom of the hole, a mixture of earth with manure or humus is poured with a tubercle, the roots of the plant are carefully distributed from above, placing the seedling in the hole in such a way that, as a result, the root collar is deepened by 10 cm into the ground. This will enable the plant to subsequently grow new roots and thereby strengthen its immunity. It will also protect the root system from frost penetration in winter.

Autumn cultivation

When planting a Polka rose in the fall, it is necessary to pre-soak the plant seedling in water for a while before planting it in the ground. The foliage from the shoots is completely cut off. Unripe, damaged or broken stems are removed, all other shoots are shortened to 30 cm of the main stem. All plant cuts are treated with ash, charcoal or activated carbon from a pharmacy. The tips of the roots of the seedling are also trimmed.

It is very important to carefully remove the buds that are below the inoculation level from the plant seedling. This will subsequently prevent overgrowth of the bush with shoots.

The final stage of preparing a Polka rose seedling for planting in the ground will be its disinfection. For this, the plant is dipped in a solution of copper sulfate with a concentration of 3%.

Landing in spring

Plants planted in spring, in comparison with the roses that survived the winter, lag behind them in growth and development by about a couple of weeks and require better care and increased attention.

Before planting, all shoots are greatly shortened, leaving about 15 cm in length, and the roots of the plant are also cut, leaving no more than 30 cm.

Watering should be frequent and abundant.

Moreover, it is important that not only the top layer of the soil is wetted up to 10 cm.Water must penetrate to the depth of the root tips

This will ensure a successful rooting of the plant.

Description of the plant

A powerful, branched and spreading, vigorous shrub can reach from 120 to 300 cm in height, growing in width up to 2 m. The climbing shoots are tough, strong, dense, but flexible, densely leafy, covered with large thorns. The leaves are large, rich dark green color, with a glossy sheen. Flowers are laid one at a time or in small inflorescences of 2-3 pieces at the ends of the shoots.

Bloom

Polka blooms profusely 2 or 3 (in the southern regions) times per season, throwing out rare single flowers between the waves. The first flowering usually begins in June, and the second bloom lasts until September - October.

A large conical bud of light yellow color, opening, takes on a beautiful goblet shape. A densely double flower with a diameter of 7 to 12 cm can contain from 35 to 100 delicate, satin petals. They have an apricot color with a copper sheen, gradually fade along the edges to a pale creamy color. The underside of the petals retains a darker hue, which creates an interesting play of tones. The petals with a wavy edge, when fully dissolved, bend outward, which gives the roses a light airy look.

Lush flowers with petals that have wavy, curved edges resemble crinkled tissue paper

The variety is characterized by a pleasant, delicate, mild aroma with light fruity notes. Flowers are well suited for cutting, keep freshness in a vase for a long time.