Hydrangea: planting and care

3 Cultivation, care and planting in open ground

The best time for planting is spring, early May and autumn, in September. At the same time, the most favorable period to plant a plant in cold climates is only spring, and in warmer southern regions it can be planted in spring and autumn.

Garden hydrangea is usually planted in the open field, it tolerates frost well. He loves moisture very much, so you should always monitor this and not let the soil dry out. Watering should be abundant, about 40-50 liters of warm and preferably settled water, preferably rainwater, it should be soft, because hydrangea does not tolerate lime. It is better to defend water from the water supply system. For each adult plant, twice a week, at least two buckets are needed to water the bush.

It is important to prepare the hydrangea for frost, because even the best cold-resistant varieties really need shelter for the winter, they are covered with dry foliage or spruce branches, you can put a box or box on top. If the hydrangea is still frozen, do not fall into despair, after winter with the onset of the vegetative period, it will definitely begin to recover

It is very convenient in that it is almost never affected by pests or diseases.

Planting a bushy street hydrangea is best after winter, in spring. You just need to wait until the soil begins to warm up and the time of night frosts has passed. A hydrangea hole must be dug fifteen days before planting. When planting in a dug hole, mineral and organic fertilizers are added, there must be loose soil. On the soil mixture (you can add sand and sod soil), you need to put a hydrangea seedling, spread the roots at the desired depth, carefully fill the hole and compact the soil. Usually, hydrangeas are planted singly or in lawns on the lawn. The distance between plants must be at least one meter.

After that, you need to water the shrub with water (10-12 l), preferably sprinkle with peat, bark or sawdust 8-10 cm in size. In the first two years after planting, the inflorescences at the bud stage ("pea") must be cut off. This is done so that the plant directs all its forces to the development of the aerial part and the root system, which will give better flowering for the next year.

The flower is protected from strong wind and direct sunlight. To keep the soil loose and to improve root growth, aeration must be carried out. Several times in the spring and summer, you need to loosen the ground near the bush up to five centimeters deep. Although hydrangea is considered resistant to disease and pests, it is sometimes infected by spider mites, powdery mildew or aphids, most often indoors.

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How to prepare the soil for hydrangea

A well-groomed hydrangea bush in the garden can be compared to a lush green carpet covered with bright flowers-caps from spring to autumn.Gardeners love to use Hydrangea in landscape design for its unique decorative effect and sufficient ease of maintenance. The most common paniculate white varieties. Other types of hydrangia can delight the owners with pink, blue, beige, lilac inflorescences.

Landing according to the following scheme:

  1. Dig up the area where you decided to grow a flower and apply a sufficient amount of fertilizer. Better to use organic, mineral formulations purchased from a flower shop. Superphosphate is ideal for this.
  2. Dig a hole 40 cm deep, lay a 5 cm thick drainage layer on the bottom. To do this, use expanded clay or broken brick.
  3. In equal parts, mix the components for filling the hole: black soil, sod soil, peat, deciduous humus, coarse sand.
  4. Next, you need to lower this earthen mixture into the pit, water it and leave it for several days to "settle".
  5. The next necessary step is to take care of the optimal level of soil acidity. To increase it, you can add Axid Plus or Kemira solutions.
  6. For a moisture-loving hydrangea, be sure to add a layer of mulch in the root zone. To do this, you can use peat, pine needles, humus, sawdust.

How to acidify the soil correctly

Hydrangia prefers an acidic environment. The higher the acidity level, the more saturated the inflorescences will be. If the blue varieties do not have enough acid, then the flowers will turn out pink. This is a clear signal for soil acidification. To do this, you can buy a special organic solution at the store. You can also prepare an acidifier using foods. To prepare it, mix 1 tsp. citric acid in 5 liters of water. This will be enough to water two plants.

You can also use apple cider or oxalic vinegar, diluted with water, or alum. To determine the acidity of the earth, buy a special tester from a specialized store. If such a device is not available, then use vinegar and baking soda. To do this, take some soil near the bush and start adding these two components to it. A hiss after vinegar will indicate alkaline soil, and after soda - acidic.

Video: how to acidify the soil for hydrangea

Water permeability

It is very important for hydrangeas to get moisture easily to the roots. She loves water very much, so make sure that the soil is constantly moistened

For an adult bush, one bucket of water three times a week is needed during the hot period. Properly prepared earth composition and drainage will prevent moisture stagnation. Mulching will help to keep it.

Soil nutrition

Hydrangia loves a nutritious earthy composition. Loamy soil with a sufficient amount of fertilizer and moisture is best suited for her. In such conditions, the inflorescences will be large and bright. In order for air, water, nutrients to penetrate well to the roots of the plant, the earth must be mixed with needles, sawdust or peat during planting.

How to fertilize correctly

If the land where hydrangia grows is systematically fertilized, then the bushes will bloom profusely, and the inflorescences will acquire a healthy appearance. Regular feeding will also strengthen shrubs before frost, increasing their immunity. Spring fertilization will provide vivid color to the leaves and flowers. To do this, use nitrogenous agents. Urea and potassium sulfate work best. It is enough for you to dilute 1 tbsp in 10 liters of water. l. any of them.

Each bush requires 5 liters of such a solution. In addition to these chemicals, you can use organic slurry. Dilute it 1:10. Before flowering, add superphosphate rich in potassium and phosphorus. Also dissolve it in water (for 10 liters one tbsp. L. Superphosphate). It should be noted that special fertilizers for hydrangeas from Fertika, Pokon, GreenWold are sold in flower shops.

Summer feeding (June) is associated with an increase in buds on the bushes. For this purpose, buy a nitrophoska, Agricola. Dilute them according to the same parameters as the above preparations. For a long flowering period (July - August), use a complex fertilizer for flowering plants. It could be "Kemira flower".

Description

Hydrangea is a perennial flower with beautiful appearance. Since ancient times, it has been known among gardeners and has always been popular. If we translate the name of hydrangea from the Latin alphabet, then it means "a vessel with water." Plants are called that for a reason - hydrangeas love water. In Russia, the flower is found in the Far East, the Urals, in the northwestern part of the country, in the Moscow region.

In cold climates, hydrangea cannot grow to the size that it can delight the inhabitants of southern Asia or Japan. Lush thickets of lianas intertwining in trees, as well as evergreen subspecies of this gorgeous shrub, will also not be able to please the eye. If we are talking about compact bushes, then, subject to proper care, they will look no worse than their large counterparts growing at home.

Hydrangea has large leaves. Veins are clearly visible on them. The edges of the foliage have denticles. The leaves are located on the plants opposite each other. The flowering period falls on the first days of summer. Flowering ends when frost sets in.

Hydrangea flowers are large, can be spherical or paniculate. The lion's share of the known varieties of the plant blooms with snow-white flowers.

If hydrangea flowers bloom in white, then this indicates that the level of acidity of the soil is neutral. If, instead of white, there is a lilac or pink color, then this indicates an alkaline soil. When the ground is acidic, the flowers turn blue. The color of an attractive plant is influenced not only by the type of soil, but also by the aluminum content in it. Flowers can absorb this component.

Hydrangea has a lot in common with another plant - the schizophragm. Otherwise, it is also called radicular hydrangea.

Possible problems

Chlorosis manifests itself in the lightening of the foliage.

How to care for hydrangea if it loses its beautiful appearance? Despite the fastidious nature, the "Chinese beauty" is quite resistant to pests and diseases.

But some problems are possible:

  1. Chlorosis is expressed in the loss of color in the foliage: it loses its bright green color. The disease is associated with an excess content of lime or humus in the soil. A solution of ferrous sulfate or nitrogenous potassium helps to give the plant a healthy look. The bush is sprayed at intervals of 3 days
  2. Downy mildew appears when there is excess air humidity. Initially, yellow spots appear on the foliage, which eventually acquire a dark brown color. To fight the disease, a solution of copper sulfate is used.
  3. Of the pests, aphids, spider mites and weevils are a real danger. Aphids and spider mites feed on the sap of the plant, causing a loss of turgor (elasticity) of the cells. Weevils gnaw through flower buds and spoil the inflorescences. And this is the answer to the question why hydrangea does not bloom. In case of serious damage, the use of insecticides is necessary
  4. Sometimes a fungus appears on the hydrangea. The phenomenon is rare, but possible. Copper oxychloride helps from it
  5. The foliage is eagerly eaten by snails. They gently peel off the top layer of the leaf blade, leaving a transparent epidermis. When a clutch of snail eggs is found, chemical baits are left under the bush in special containers

Beautiful hydrangea in garden design

It is important to periodically inspect the plants so as not to miss signs of disease or pest infestations. With the right approach and treatment, the hydrangea will gradually recover

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How to plant a hydrangea correctly

As with most things, learning how to grow your garden hydrangea can save you time and money. By choosing the right place, properly preparing the soil and planting correctly, you will increase the chances of enjoying the luxurious huge flowers of your panicle hydrangea for many years.

It is recommended to plant hydrangea in early spring so that it grows stronger and takes root until the first autumn frosts. When planting in autumn, there is a high probability that the seedling will not survive the winter. The best time to board is early morning or late evening. The cooler part of the day will provide better protection from heat stress. Keep the seedlings well watered until they are planted.

Knowing where to grow hydrangea bushes is an important first step. Many people grow hydrangeas in flower beds next to a house or fence. These are great spots because hydrangeas love the warm morning sun, but they don't like the heat in the afternoon. The best place to plant hydrangeas is in a sheltered location with morning sun and afternoon sun. And often this place is located on the north or south side of your home.

Avoid planting directly under trees as this can lead to competition for water and nutrients. Good neighbors for hydrangeas are small plants with fleshy roots: boxwood or astilbe. In addition, the hydrangea must be protected from the wind, because strong winds can break branches and destroy flowers.

When choosing a place for a hydrangea, consider its preferences for the composition of the soil. The plant loves acidic loams or fertile clay soil. Avoid planting in sandy soil, otherwise the plant will not develop well. Acidify the soil before placing the seedling in a permanent place. For this, rotten remnants of sawdust, pine needles or peat are suitable.

Illumination should be medium, partial shade is better. The scorching sun negatively affects the plant: the bush stops developing, the inflorescences become smaller, the flowers quickly wither in the sun. Watering regularly in the morning can help prevent wilting. But some varieties of hydrangeas simply cannot cope with excessive heat.

It doesn't matter how well you water them - they will wilt a little at noon. A thick layer of mulch can help retain moisture and keep the soil cool. You don't need to worry: your hydrangea will come to life as soon as the evening chill comes. Better to let it wither a little at noon than you drown it with excessive watering.

Do not plant the hydrangea in a place where deoxidizers have been introduced into the soil: wood ash, lime or crushed dolomite. In such soil, the shrub will develop poorly, and in the worst case, it will die.

  • Plant the hydrangea in a wide hole with a diameter of at least 70 cm.
  • Pour water into it and add fertilizers (mineral or organic).
  • Place the seedling in the hole, without deepening the root collar, straighten the roots.
  • Fill the hole with soil, lightly tamp, pour abundantly with water.
  • There should be a space of at least 1.5 meters between flowering bushes.
  • You can place the seedlings closer to each other, but as they grow, the excess will have to be removed.

Features of planting a purchased hydrangea seedling

For planting hydrangeas, you can buy planting material. In this case, get ready for the fact that the seedling will not take root well in the open field after greenhouse conditions.

There are several recommendations for planting a purchased hydrangea seedling:

  • water the seedling abundantly for 2-3 days before planting;
  • when transferring a plant from a pot to open ground, do not remove an old earthen lump from the root;
  • pour a mixture of garden soil with store soil into the planting hole, otherwise it will be difficult for the plant to adapt to the new soil composition;
  • for 2 months after planting, fertilize the seedling with organic and mineral fertilizers every 2 weeks.

You can grow a seedling yourself using the cuttings method. Such seed will be more hardy than store seed.

Disease prevention

Dry blackening of the hydrangea (the formation of brown spots and further wilting of the leaves) can be prevented by standing the water for about 24 hours before watering and covering the plants from the sun. "Wet" blackening (soaking and darkening of leaves) occurs due to:

  • sudden changes in temperature;

  • winds and drafts;

  • too intensive irrigation;

  • excessive soil density, its impermeability to air.

So that the hydrangea does not get sick with chlorosis, you need to saturate the soil with iron. If this does not help, the use of iron in a special, easily absorbed form is required. There is no specific prevention of fungal and other infectious diseases. It is only necessary to take good care of the hydrangea and support its normal development. To prevent the spread of infections to new plants, specific treatment of the affected specimens helps.

Popular varieties of hydrangea paniculata

1. Bobo (Latin Bobo)

Description:

  • form - dwarf bush;
  • height - 70 cm;
  • width - 50 cm;
  • flowering period - from July to September;
  • flowers - collected in dense, large, wide-conical inflorescences, changing color from white-yellow to pale pink;
  • loves partial shade;
  • frost-resistant, but the roots need to be mulched for the winter.

The plant needs protection from the wind. Suitable for growing in containers

2. Vanille Fraise

Description:

  • form - bush;
  • height - about 100 cm, but can reach 200 cm;
  • width - 150 cm;
  • flowering period - July - September;
  • flowers - deep crimson and snow-white at the same time, collected in large dense inflorescences up to 30 cm;
  • loves partial shade;
  • very frost-resistant (up to -40 degrees), easily restored when freezing.

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3. Wim's Red (Latin Wim's Red)

Description:

  • form - bush;
  • height - 150 cm;
  • width - 120 cm;
  • flowering period - from June to October;
  • flowers - collected in dense conical inflorescences about 35 cm, gradually changing color from white to pink to deep red;
  • prefers bright sun, but grows in partial shade;
  • frost-resistant, does not need winter shelter.

When planted in acidic soils, the flowers acquire a richer color.

4. Grandiflora (lat. Grandiflora)

Description:

  • form - bush;
  • height - 200 cm;
  • width - 300 cm;
  • flowering period - mid-June - October;
  • flowers - collected in pyramidal panicle inflorescences, up to 35 cm, creamy white when blooming, snow-white in full bloom, pinkish by the end of summer, greenish-red in autumn;
  • prefers partial shade;
  • frost-resistant, but young plants require mulching of the trunk circle;

Adapts well to urban conditions, but with sufficient watering

5. Diamand Rouge

Description:

  • form - upright bush;
  • height - 150 cm;
  • width - 120 cm;
  • flowering period - end of June - September;
  • flowers - collected in large, up to 40 cm, dense inflorescences, change color from white during the flowering period to rich crimson-red in full bloom;
  • photophilous;
  • resistant to frost, does not need shelter.

It adapts well to urban conditions, hardly tolerates drought. This variety has the brightest flowers of all varieties of panicle hydrangea.

6. Kyushu

Description:

  • form - a tall bush, a dense, rounded crown;
  • height - up to 300 cm;
  • width - 200 cm;
  • flowering period - mid June - mid September;
  • flowers - wide-pyramidal inflorescences - panicles, up to 25 cm, white, very fragrant;
  • loves fertile, moist soils;
  • frost-resistant (up to - 25 degrees).

A distinctive feature of the variety is glossy dark green leaves located on red petioles, acquiring a yellowish tint in autumn

7. Limelight

Description:

  • form - an upright bush with very strong shoots;
  • height - 200 cm;
  • width - 200 cm;
  • flowering period - end of July - September;
  • flowers - inflorescences - panicles, large, lime-colored at first (greenish), pure white in full bloom, pinkish at the end of flowering;
  • photophilous, needs sufficient soil moisture;
  • an adult plant is hardy enough, a young hydrangea needs shelter for the winter.

A feature of the variety is velvety leaves, which acquire a purple hue in autumn.

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  1. Taking medicines prescribed by the attending physician.
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  3. Respiratory system disorders.
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Many people who have had a heart attack do not think about whether it is possible to drink alcohol after a heart attack. They believe that a glass of this drink will do no harm at all. Only for many people a small glass of beer turns into regular gatherings with friends, in which the patient does not notice how he drinks several liters of the drink, which is not at all good for a sick cardiovascular system.

It is believed that it is better not to drink alcohol after a heart attack at all. There is a good grain in such reasoning, because the drink provokes vasoconstriction during decay and poisons the body, which increases the load on a diseased heart. But in small quantities, wine and other alcohol-containing drinks have a positive effect on the body.

  • poor heart function;
  • hypertension, mutating into a chronic form;
  • increased load on blood vessels;
  • changes in the composition and quality of blood.

For this reason, it is impossible to increase the dose of ethanol in the blood. Women, despite the fact that they are more resistant to various heart anomalies, are advised to consume no more than 1 glass of wine a day or half a glass of brandy. This is due to the fact that the body of the weaker sex is harder to cope with the administration of ethanol.

By the way, doctors give similar advice to people who have suffered a stroke. The effect of alcohol on the brain and blood vessels has not been fully investigated, therefore, it is better not to take alcoholic beverages until cognitive functions are restored. Further, doctors advise to monitor your condition. If, when alcohol enters the body, a person's pressure rises or he becomes ill, then one should refrain from such drinks altogether.

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To date, more than 80 varieties of hydrangea bushes are known. But among gardeners the following are the most popular:

  1. Tree-like. Ideal for mid-latitude cultivation. Plants can grow up to three meters in height. During the flowering period, small inflorescences of a light green color appear on the shoots, which at the end of the period changes to beige or white.
  2. Oak-leaved.This species does not tolerate cold well, therefore it is grown mainly in the southern regions of the country. During the active growing season, the bushes become very lush and colorful. The shrubs can reach a height of two meters. Flowers turn purple at the end of flowering;
  3. Paniculata. Hydrangea (planting and caring for this variety does not require much effort) in its natural habitat is represented by shrubs and trees, the height of which can vary from 2 to 5 meters. This species is most prevalent among gardeners around the world, as it is ideal for creating hedges and single compositions. With good care, the average life span is 40 years. The shoots become lignified as the plant grows, so it can withstand slight frosts well. Flowering is quite long and is characterized by its stability. It starts in late summer and lasts until mid-autumn. The inflorescences have a pyramidal shape and a green color, which eventually changes to white, and then to pale pink.
  4. Groundcover. This is another representative of winter-hardy varieties. In the wild, the height of the bushes can reach three meters, but at home it usually does not exceed 2 m. The leaves are dark green in color, growing up to 20 centimeters. Inflorescences are corymbose. At the beginning of flowering, they are white, and in the middle of autumn they turn pink.
  5. Large-leaved. It is also called purple hydrangea. Japan is considered the historical homeland, but today it is widespread throughout the world. This type belongs to horticultural crops and is widely used in landscape design. The stems are herbaceous, thanks to which they are not afraid of frosts. But experts advise you to cover the bushes for the winter anyway. Flowering begins in March and lasts until September. Inflorescences can have a different color, which depends on the acidity of the soil.

This is just a small part of the varieties of hydrangeas that are grown by many gardeners. In fact, there are many more of them. Which type to choose is up to you.

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