Hydrangea petiolate or climbing - types, planting and care in the open field
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Stalked hydrangea is also called curly or creeping. This flower has certain characteristics. It is able to reach a height of 10 m and has a pleasant honey aroma. The culture looks great in the garden. In order for the plant to grow fully, it must be properly looked after, taking into account the characteristics of the variety.
Description of petiolate hydrangea
The petiolate climbing hydrangea is very popular among gardeners. This flower is often used to decorate plots.
Origin
In nature, culture often grows in coniferous or deciduous forests. The flower can be found in Korea, Japan, Sakhalin. As a cultivated plant, it began to be grown in 1865 - since then it has become widespread.
The petiolate hydrangea looks very attractive and is actively used to decorate garden plots.
Features of the
The shrub is characterized by rather large dark green leaves. They have a sharp base. With the arrival of autumn, the foliage turns yellow, and in November it crumbles. Creeping hydrangea can take any shape, enveloping various objects.
Moreover, the plant does not have a branched trunk. This feature is often used by landscape designers. They often combine the plant with other flowers on the site. Hydrangea has dense leaves that can shade the windows of the house and protect them from the summer heat.
The flowers of the bush are white, pale pink or purple in color. They form thyroid inflorescences, which reach 20 cm in diameter. Flowering lasts more than 2 months. Moreover, it begins in mid-June.
The plant may have beautiful white flowers
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantages of climbing hydrangea include the following:
- excellent decorative properties;
- the possibility of using in landscape design;
- good winter hardiness.
At the same time, a significant drawback is characteristic of the flower. The plant is capable of reaching impressive sizes, therefore it must be tied to a support.
Winter hardiness
The culture is resistant to frost. At the same time, in a harsh climate, there is a risk of freezing of the shoots. Young plants grow very slowly. In the first few years, they spend energy on building up roots. Such bushes are less resistant to frost compared to adult plants.
From 5-6 years, hydrangea in the form of a liana gives impressive growth and is distinguished by abundant flowering. In the first 2 years after planting, it is recommended to lower the plant and completely cover it. At an older age, it is worth covering only the roots.
Varieties and varieties of climbing hydrangea
The creeping garden plant has many species and varieties. They differ in description and characteristics.
- Petiolaris
This plant is actively used for site decoration.It is the tallest variety of climbing hydrangea. The culture can reach a height of 25 m. It can creep along the ground or braid trees.
- Miranda
This culture is characterized by a pleasant sweet aroma. Curly hydrangea Miranda has pointed dark foliage covered with white veins.
- Cordifolia
This is a dwarf crop variety. The plant does not exceed 1.5 m in height. The unusual color of the leaves is characteristic of Cordifolia. Below they have a white-green color. The flowers have a delicate creamy color.
- Winter Surprise
The culture of the Winter Surprise variety belongs to the group of undersized crops. An adult shrub grows up to a maximum of 2 m. The flowers are white. The plant most often has green leaves. However, depending on growing conditions, they can turn red or cherry.
- Take e Chance
A characteristic feature of the Teik e Chance variety is considered to be a white edging on the leaf plates. Sometimes they are completely white in color. Thanks to this, the decorative characteristics of the crop are improved.
- Silver Lining
This culture has a delicate and delicate aroma. It is covered with beautiful decorative flowers and lush leaves. The climbing hydrangea can grow up to 7 m. The plant is perfectly formed - this allows you to give interesting shapes to the bush.
This variety is often grown as a ground cover crop. She is able to wrap around supports and gratings. The flower is a wonderful honey plant.
There are many varieties of petioled hydrangea
Planting in open ground liana hydrangea
Planting and caring for climbing hydrangea in the open field has certain features that must be taken into account by beginners and experienced plant owners.
Site selection and soil preparation
To succeed in growing crops, it is worth choosing open areas. It will be possible to get lush flowering only if there is sufficient illumination. When planted in a shady place, the bush will grow slowly. In this case, small inflorescences will form on it.
The plant is recommended to be planted in moist and drained soil. At the same time, it is forbidden to allow constant waterlogging of the soil.
Next to which plants it is better to plant
Most often, hydrangeas are planted singly. It is also permissible to combine them with low shrubs, hosts, cereals or ornamental grasses. In addition, a combination with flowering annual crops is possible.
How to plant
It is best to plant 2-3 year old plants in open soil. In this case, an interval between seedlings of 1 m must be observed.
When planting a plant, you should follow the following sequence of actions:
- Prepare the hole for planting. Its dimensions should be 40 cm. When planting in clay soil, the dimensions should be increased.
- Make a drainage layer. At the bottom of the pit, 10 cm of drainage should be laid, and nutritious soil should be poured on top. Its thickness should be 12-15 cm. The use of a drainage layer is mandatory. Otherwise, there is a risk of root rot.
- Gently spread the roots and sprinkle with soil. It is worth making sure that the root collar is located at the same level with the soil surface.
- Water the planting abundantly. 1 bush will require at least 20 liters of water.
- Add a mulch layer to the trunk circle. It can be peat or sawdust. Mulch helps to retain moisture in the soil structure and provides root protection.
When carrying out planting work, you need to take into account many features.
Climbing hydrangea (liana) care
Climbing hydrangea needs adequate and timely care, which must be comprehensive.
Watering
Growing hydrangeas is easy. In this case, the plant requires a sufficient amount of moisture. In drought, the culture is sprayed with water three times a week. You need to moisten the bush once a week. However, this should be done very abundantly. For 1 bush it is worth using 20 liters of water.
Fertilization and feeding
You need to feed the plant several times during the season:
- At the beginning of summer or at the end of May, it is worth making a manure solution. To do this, the agent is mixed with water in a ratio of 1:10. It is also worth using mineral products. During the growing season, such funds are applied 3-4 times. You can use superphosphate or nitrophos.
- In the fall, you need to feed the hydrangea with wood ash. For 1 square meter, it is worth using 100 g of the substance.
Mulching and loosening
After each watering, it is recommended to loosen the soil. The procedure helps to saturate the roots with moisture and nutrients. At the same time, it must be carried out very carefully in order to avoid damage to the root system.
How to tie to a support
This type of hydrangea is characterized by rapid growth, so it is necessary to tie the bushes to a support. This will help the culture to maximize its decorative properties.
Pruning
At this stage, it is possible to give the bush an attractive appearance. When pruning, you must follow these rules:
- perform the procedure on bushes over 3 years old;
- conduct a session in early autumn;
- leave 10 powerful shoots;
- leave 3-5 pairs of buds on annual shoots.
The flower requires proper pruning
Preparing for winter
The plant has excellent frost resistance. However, young bushes 1-3 years old must be covered. If abnormal frosts are expected, the petiole hydrangea also needs to be insulated. Such a need usually arises when growing crops in Siberia or the Urals.
Reproduction
There are several methods of culture propagation. Each of them has some advantages and disadvantages.
Growing from seeds
Reproduction of hydrangea by seed method is considered a very time-consuming procedure. Small crop seeds should be planted in plastic or wooden boxes with a nutrient substrate. After planting, the container should be covered with glass. The boxes should be placed in a warm place with a temperature of +18 .. + 23 degrees.
Follow-up care involves timely watering, maintaining optimal temperature and humidity. After 1.5 months, the first shoots will appear.
Cuttings
Hydrangea can be propagated by cuttings. This will require processes of 15 cm in size. The procedure is recommended at the beginning of summer. In this case, it is necessary to choose an escape that contains at least 2 nodes. The upper part and 2 lower leaves should be removed from it.
Then the cutting should be treated with a growth stimulant and placed in a mixture of peat and sand. Cover the container with foil and sometimes open it.
The plant can be bred by cuttings
Dividing the bush
To divide the bush, you need to dig it out. Then shake off the soil and divide into several fragments. It is recommended to do this with a sharp knife.
After carrying out this procedure, the damaged areas should be sprinkled with activated carbon. Then the fragments of the hydrangea should be planted in a new place.
Layers
To breed a culture, you should carefully bend the lower shoot to the ground and fix it. In this case, the soil should be moist and loose. In the area of contact with the ground, an incision must be made and covered with peat.
When roots appear on the layer, it must be separated from the mother bush and planted in a permanent place. Reproduction begins in May or August.
Diseases, pests and means of combating them
The plant often suffers from parasite attacks. Therefore, it needs to be processed every season. This should be done twice with an interval of 1 week.
Also, the plant can suffer from chlorosis. This pathology is accompanied by the appearance of a light yellow color of the leaves. A solution of potassium nitrate will help to cope with the problem. You can also use ferrous sulfate.
The use of climbing hydrangea in landscape design
The culture is often used in landscaping. It can be used to decorate gazebos, hedges, garden buildings. A wire support can be made to ensure the crop grows properly.
Culture is often used in landscape design
Ampelous hydrangea (a type of petiolate) grows well in hanging pots - it can be used to decorate verandas and terraces.
Petiolate hydrangea is a beautiful plant that is chosen by many growers. For a culture to flourish, it needs to be well cared for. It should include proper watering, fertilization, pruning. Protection against diseases and harmful insects is also important.
