Rose Kahala
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There are a huge number of varieties of roses, but the Kahala rose is popular among gardeners. This is a very beautiful and unusual flower, with which you can decorate not only a garden plot, but also an apartment. Before you start growing a variety, you need to familiarize yourself with its description and care tips.
Short description
Kahala (kahala) - peony rose, which was bred in the Hawaiian Islands in the middle of the last century. The flower belongs to tall plants, as its height can reach 90-110 centimeters. The bush is covered with dark green leaves and small thorns.
Blooming Kahala Rose Petals
The main feature of the variety is its unusual buds. They are quite large, have many petals and a pleasant aroma. The size of each flower bud reaches 8-10 centimeters.
This flower is often used to create wedding bouquets. It is also used in landscape design to form unique flower arrangements. It is planted along with tall and dwarf flowers that begin to bloom at other times. Kahala goes well with evergreens and complements them well with its bright buds.
The main advantages of the variety:
- drought resistance;
- frost resistance;
- long flowering.
Planting a flower
Before you start planting, you need to familiarize yourself with how the Kahala variety is planted correctly.
In what form is the landing
This plant belongs to hybrid varieties and therefore it is necessary to plant seedlings. It is not worth using seeds for planting Kahala, since they will not contain all the signs of the parent plant. Seedlings can be purchased at specialized flower shops.
Cuttings - most often used when planting Kahala
What time is the boarding
It is necessary to determine in advance the appropriate time for planting seedlings. Rose Kohala, as it is sometimes called, should be planted in a warm period of time, when the air temperature will not drop below ten degrees Celsius. That is why it is better to do planting not earlier than the end of April or the beginning of May.
Choosing a landing site
The development of a planted flower largely depends on the area in which it is grown. It is recommended to choose unshaded places so that the plant is well illuminated by the sun. Without enough sunshine, Kajala will not bloom.
Flower and soil preparation
All seedlings that will be planted must be pre-treated with a growth stimulant and kept for 2-3 days in a bucket of water. Next, you should prepare the soil mixture. To make it, you need to add the following components in equal quantities:
- sod land;
- peat;
- river sand.
River sand is one of the best soil loosening agents
If the soil is acidic, you can add a little lime to it.
Landing
Rose planting is carried out in several successive stages:
- Digging a hole. The dimensions of the hole directly depend on the size of the root system.It should be such that the root fits freely in it.
- Drainage. It is advisable to put broken brick or large pebbles at the bottom of the pit.
- Adding fertilizers. At the bottom of the dug hole, on top of the drainage materials, it is necessary to add mineral fertilizers that stimulate plant growth.
- Landing. The flower seedling is carefully placed in the hole, after which you need to spread the roots and sprinkle them with earth.
Flower care
A rose will bloom profusely only if you work hard and take proper care of it. Therefore, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of caring for this variety.
Watering and humidity
Kahala is a moisture-loving plant that needs to be watered regularly. Watering is necessary every 8-10 days. However, if the topsoil dries faster, then it needs to be moistened more often.
Fertilization and soil quality
The first fertilization is carried out 10-15 days after planting the flower. It is necessary to feed Kahala 2-3 times a month. In this case, it is recommended to use top dressing, which contains nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
Pruning and replanting
It is recommended to prune the bush shortly before transplanting it to a new location. It is better to do this in early spring or late summer. It is necessary to cut off the upper shoots from the plant, as well as fading stems. In the fall, you can do unscheduled pruning to cut off faded buds.
Garden shears are the best tool for pruning roses
Preparation for wintering
The plant must be prepared in advance for the winter frost. To do this, at the end of November, damaged and dry stems are cut from the bush. The base of the plant must be insulated with soil and fallen leaves. For extra protection, the rose can be covered with a strong foil.
Flowering features
Kahala blooms, like many other varieties of roses, in late spring and continues to bloom until mid-autumn. Then the plant begins a dormant period, which lasts until the first days of March.
There are several features of flower care during and after flowering, which include the following:
- enhanced feeding with potash fertilizers;
- daily watering;
- regular pruning of shoots.
Reproduction
Every person who is going to grow Kahala should become familiar with the peculiarities of its reproduction. This variety is best propagated by cuttings. This is done in the spring, after the end of winter frosts.
Reproduction of roses is carried out as follows:
- Cut the cutting. A shoot with a length of at least 15 centimeters is cut from an adult bush.
- Seedling preparation. All lower leaves must be removed from the cut shoot. After that, it is soaked in a growth stimulator.
- Landing. The prepared cutting can be planted in open ground.
What to do if it does not bloom: pests and diseases
Most often, flowering problems appear in plants that are sick with something or are attacked by insects. The diseases that Kahala often suffers from include:
- Powdery mildew. With the development of the disease, a gray bloom appears on the leaf plates. Without treatment, roses affected by powdery mildew will begin to dry out. Fungicidal agents will help cure the disease.
- Black spot. A dangerous disease in which dark spots appear on the foliage. You can get rid of spotting with Bordeaux mixture.
- Cytosporosis. Due to the development of this disease, plants begin to dry out quickly. Spraying with a mixture of copper sulfate will help cure cytosporosis.
Aphids are one of the most dangerous pests of roses
Pests also sometimes attack Kahala. Among the most dangerous are aphids, thrips, leafhoppers and weevils. The fight against them is possible with the help of insecticides.
Kahala (Kahala) - a rose that is suitable for outdoor and indoor cultivation. Before planting such a plant, you need to familiarize yourself with the description of the Kahala rose, as well as how to care for it.
