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When choosing ornamental plants for your summer cottage, you must take into account the climate of that region. Therefore, clematis for the Moscow region( varieties, their description and photo below) must be distinguished by their resistance to sudden changes in weather conditions. The main feature of these tropical "inhabitants" is that it is heat and light-loving. In temperate latitudes, only the cultivation of hybrid varieties feels comfortable. Moreover, they emit lush and abundant flowering, without requiring painstaking care from the gardener.
Many of them perfectly adapt to different conditions. Like all crops, these plants need proper planting and care. Watering, pruning and dressing contribute to the active development of clematis.
Moscow region, meet the following varieties
Top so gentle, but in fact - strong and durable. Such a description is quite suitable for these decorative vines. In the wild, they can be found anywhere. This could be:
- forest;
- rocky slopes;
- steppe;
- river valleys.
They appear to the tourist either in the form of climbing vertical “carpets” or mighty shrubs. Such wild species have miniature blooms. While clematis varieties for the Moscow region( photo with descriptions just below) distinguish large flowers. They can be all sorts of shades from snow-white to black and burgundy tone. There are varieties in which flowers are collected in luxurious inflorescences of 3-7 pieces in a bunch. It affects the shape of each of them. The flower can be presented:
- half-umbrella;
- whisk;
- dashboard.
You can admire these lovely buds in May, and you will have to say goodbye to them in September. The main stems reach about 5 meters in length. They are exquisitely decorated with dark green foliage. Due to the fact that the leaves are arranged in pairs or alternately, the plant has a gorgeous look. At one place, these hybrids can "live" for more than 30 years. However, you need to know that it is not recommended to transplant varieties with a core root system.
Shoots can develop very intensively. Thus, in the middle of the bush dense bunches are formed, which eventually dry out. Therefore, they need to thin out, and the bush itself pruned. It does not affect the flowering splendor.
"Ville de Lyon" - Monsieur from France
He perfectly tolerates the cold winters of middle latitudes, so his branches do not need to be covered. The gardener may not worry that the foliage and stem will strike fungal or some other disease. He has excellent "immunity."As expected, only a real Frenchman can boast of such stamina.
Throughout the summer period, the owners will admire its carmine-red flowers that expand to 12-15 cm in diameter. These colorful umbrellas look harmoniously on young brownish shoots( grow up to 4 m).The saturated red petals of clematis “Ville de Lyon” are painted with light ripples. At the same time, the shaggy middle part adds some exotic to this “carpet of love”.
Early spring or autumn is suitable for planting. It is desirable that the threat of night temperature drops is over.
"Gypsy Queen" - blue blood
This variety is also called the “Gypsy Queen”.In fact, the overall flowers of purple-violet hue with thinned petals( 4-6 pcs.) Resemble the skirt of a Romanesque girl. In diameter, these velvety umbrellas can be either 11 or 18 cm. Purple anthers, which are worn by scarlet pollen, serve as decoration for them. Clematis "Gypsy Queen" many gardeners appreciate for:
- disease resistance;
- lush flowering that does not fade in the sun;
- frost tolerance( up to -30 ° C);
- ability to grow splendidly in shaded areas.
The flowering period begins on the 15th of July and lasts until the first October frost. On the young shoots( top five) bloom luxurious buds. In total, there can be up to 20 such charming "beauties" on the stem.
The choice of location is very important. The plot should warm moderately and be illuminated by the sun. Excessive shadow and heat will be disastrous for him. Plant a plant costs 20-35 cm from the wall / fence.
“Rouge Cardinal” is a person of spiritual authority.
Translated from French, this name sounds like a red cardinal. Plant it is well suited. Large velvet flowers has a burgundy shade. When the shrub blooms in spring, it inspires some awe. His spectacular view carries observers in the era of the Musketeers. Such a description of clematis Rouge Cardinal fully justifies its name.
Young shoots of climbing vines must be tied up so that the shrub grows in the right direction, acquiring the desired shape. As a result, in the summer months, he put from 3 to 5 shoots.
Saline, acidic, moist and heavy soil types are not suitable for such varieties. Alkalinity should be as low and neutral as possible. Loamy fertilized soil is ideal.
"General Sikorsky" - the commander and politician in one person
This variety of clematis came to Russia from Poland. It was here in 1965 that breeders developed a hybrid resistant to sudden temperature changes, as well as to fungal diseases. Bright purple petals with a bluish tint excellently trudge along live supports from:
- trees;
- bushes;
- phytowall.
Clematis “General Sikorsky” can be safely grown even in a container. His foliage and flowering will be the most luxuriant, thick, if it is planted in partial shade. Despite this loud title, this variety does not tolerate heat. Dry summer leads to the fact that he quickly fade away. In this case, the buds get a pale shade.
After planting, the sapling needs feeding. Nitrogen-containing fertilizers are applied during the growing season, so that clematis blooms magnificently. By the end of spring, add ashes or potash fertilizer to the soil. Organic matter and peat just destroy the young sprout.
“Luther Burbank” - more than the breeder
A unique hybrid of tropical lianas was named after this great scientist. In the case of breeding this man was a pioneer.
Purple hanging carpet of large flowers will not leave indifferent any passer-by. You can enjoy this luxury for half a year. Among the important features of clematis Luther Burbank are the following:
- stem grows to 5 meters;
- size of a single flower - about 24 cm in diameter;
- in one bush develops up to 10 lianas;
- anthers very large.
On one shoot you can find up to 12 flowers. The elliptical shape of the corrugated petals creates a spectacular look.
In each subsequent season, the plant needs to be deepened. To do this, you can simply fill the root neck with another layer of earth.
"Nikolay Rubtsov" - a lyrical digression of
Apparently the extraordinary coloring of these flowers has become an inspiration portal for many poets. In this regard, it was named after one of them. His description is worthy of a literary work. On the clematis lilac umbrellas of Nikolai Rubtsov, someone made an original white stripe like a brush. In the middle, above the petals, there rises an amphora of anthers, which resembles some precious vase of the Renaissance. The branches of the hybrid are so closely intertwined with each other that they form a magnificent wreath / tiara of bright colors. On the shoots buds hold for about a month, and then fall off.
They are also not recommended to be planted in open areas, otherwise they may turn pale.