Green rose - varietal variety, what are
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The green rose is a uniquely beautiful plant, the existence of which is not known to everyone. Although flowers are now found in all shades, the buds of a rich emerald color will not leave anyone indifferent. What are the distinctive features of a green rose, what nuances of planting, growing and care are available - will be described in detail in this material.
Are there green roses - who brought them out
The green rose came from Holland. She originally lived in the wild, where she was spotted by botanist Mayer. Then he decided to recreate this species on his own, for this he combined a white rose and thorns.
Green rose
The resulting hybrid received a special name - green tea-hybrid rose. Its description was published in many botanical journals and soon the flower became known in every corner of the planet.
Currently, the rose is widely distributed throughout the world. This is due to its unique features, which include:
- Colour. The buds have a unique light green hue.
- The shape of the bush is predominantly spreading.
- The height of an adult plant can be from 30 to 60 centimeters, depending on the variety.
- The size of the buds can be from 5 to 10-15 centimeters, depending on the variety, growing conditions.
- Flowers are single or in inflorescences.
- Petals can be regular or double.
The only thing is that this species does not have the smell inherent in ordinary roses. But everything is offset by an incredibly beautiful appearance.
Popular varieties of green roses
Several different varieties of green roses can be found on sale. The most popular are the following:
- Green ice
The buds of this variety are diminutive. But they strew the stems, resembling many small lamps, which in the sun acquire a bright white shimmering shade. This variety, like other hybrids, cannot be propagated by seed.
- Greensleeves
Differs from other varieties in a variety of tones. There are buds of mixed shades, with a pink or purple tint.
- Green tea
A variety that came from the countries of South America. It is often used for wedding bouquets and various compositions, as the buds have a delicate hue, reminiscent of green tea.
- Super green
Differs in an abundance of petals in the buds, due to which the flowers look voluminous, spreading. The plant belongs to shrubs of small height, up to half a meter, which are covered with small balls of flowers.
- Limbo
Famous for its large, lush buds with wavy leaves. They can be up to ten centimeters in diameter with proper planting and maintenance. In addition, the variety is characterized by increased frost resistance.
- Wimbeldon
It boasts a large bush height that reaches a meter. In addition, the buds have an interesting bright green color, and the center of the flower is colored bright red.
- St. Patrick's day
It is named after St. Patrick's Day. The flower buds are so delicate, airy that they are perceived by people as something unearthly, divine.
- Green diamond
A variety characterized by elastic, dense stems that support the plant for a long time.Such powerful stems make it possible to grow a rose in unfavorable conditions, for example, in a zone of strong winds.
Caring for green roses
In order for white-green roses to take root, retain their appearance and become a real decoration of the garden, they must be carefully monitored.
Caring for green roses - pruning excess shoots
Watering rules and humidity
Watering should be regular and abundant. The root system of roses is quite developed, it needs a good, but not excessive amount of moisture.
Top dressing and soil quality
Top dressing is administered approximately once every two to three weeks. Since the plant is demanding on conditions, does not take root well, it needs a sufficient amount of nutrients.
Botanists recommend adding nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and bait, fertilizers containing them.
Loosening of the soil, removal of weeds that interfere with the functioning and growth are carried out as needed.
Pruning and replanting
Pruning is performed as needed to give the bush the desired shape, the necessary aesthetic qualities.
The transplant is also done for specific reasons only. For example, if a rose does not blend well with neighboring plants, it lacks sunlight and moisture.
Features of wintering a flower
The flower can be left in the ground for the winter, but for this it must be insulated, wrapped in a special material.
Not all varieties are able to withstand harsh winters, so it is better to plant a green rose every year.
Blooming rose
The flowering period of a green rose is different. It largely depends on the variety and growing conditions. This means that the better the care, the longer the bud will bloom.
The green rose has a period of activity and rest. In the first, it is gaining strength, in the second it blooms and actively blooms. For both, care is important. It is almost the same during and after flowering, the only caveat is that when the flowers gain strength, they need to be fed and watered a little more, since the plant needs strength.
Blooming rose
If the bud does not bloom, then, most likely, it did not have enough nutrients, moisture and solar energy, it could not fully take root on the soil. The owner of the plant needs to review the conditions of detention, identify problem points.
Flower propagation
Flower reproduction is carried out in the spring, when the air temperature is set at a positive mark, and the soil has thawed. This can be done in several ways:
- seeds, which are purchased from well-known companies and planted in open ground in mid-April;
- vegetatively, in which cuttings are used for propagation;
- division, in which a part is separated from a large bush together with the root system and transplanted into a separate place.
Diseases, pests and ways to control them
A green rose can be susceptible to disease and pests. The most common are the following:
- Sawfly caterpillars that destroy foliage by sucking juices out of it.
- Aphids and ants, which also affect the appearance of the plant, block the supply of nutrients.
- The slobbering penny, which is usually hidden under the foliage, leads to wilting and subsequent death of plants.
- Leafworms, usually appearing after planting.
Aphid pest on a rose
Insecticides are usually used as control measures - special formulations that can fight pests.
There are also diseases caused by unfavorable environmental conditions: an abundance of moisture, insufficient sunlight or nutrients. Treatment involves the normalization of care, complete removal of rotten parts, treatment with fungicides.
The green rose is an amazing flower that requires a tremendous amount of energy to grow. The main thing is to recreate the necessary conditions for her, only then will she become a decoration of the garden.
