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Clematis Varshavska Nike is a large-flowered variety of Polish selection, obtained in 1982. The breeder of the variety is Stefan Franczak, a Polish monk who bred more than 70 varieties of culture. Deciduous liana is used for vertical gardening of the southern parts of the garden in the summer. At the age of 5 years, Clematis Warsaw Nike creates a dense, profusely flowering carpet.
Description of clematis Warsaw Nike
Clematis Varshavska Nike is a perennial crop that, under favorable conditions, grows in one place for up to 30 years. Curly vines reach a length of 2-3 m. They grow rapidly.
During one warm night, the length of the vine increases by 5-10 cm. During one summer season, Varshavska Nike forms from 1 to 5 shoots.
Clematis Warsaw Nike forms a large number of buds and velvety, large flowers. Young flowers are monophonic, saturated color of ripe cherries. Adult flowers are purplish-maroon, with a light stripe in the middle of each petal. Large stamens of a contrasting light shade give a special charm to the flowers.
According to the photo and description of clematis Varshavska Nike, it is clear that its flowers last a long time and do not fade in the sun. The largest ones reach 17 cm in diameter. The leaves are leathery, green, obovate.
During the summer period, there are two waves of flowering. But due to its duration, the transition becomes imperceptible and it seems that the Varshavska Nike clematis blooms continuously. Flowering begins in June and continues until late autumn. The frost resistance zone of the culture is 4, which means the ability to winter without shelter at -30 … -35C.
Clematis pruning group Warsaw Nike
Clematis are divided into 3 pruning groups. Warsaw Nike belongs to the transition group 2-3. The culture can be pruned according to the rules of both groups.
Trimming rules for different groups:
- 2nd group – characterized by weak pruning, which is carried out 2 times. After the first flowering, shoots of the previous year are cut off in the summer. These shoots are cut off completely. The second pruning is carried out in autumn, after the shoots of the current year have completely faded, leaving 1-1,5 m of stem length. Immediately after the autumn pruning, the plants are covered for the winter;
- 3rd group – strong pruning. In autumn, before leaving for winter, all shoots are cut off, leaving 15-20 cm above the soil.
With both groups of pruning, Warsaw Night clematis blooms equally abundantly. Therefore, it is more convenient to cut and save it according to the rules of the 3rd group.
Optimal growing conditions
Clematis Warsaw Nike is a crop that needs to be grown in constant, sunny light, but at the same time its roots should remain in shading. When growing, you can not do without mulching. To protect the roots from overheating, weeds and pests, it is convenient to use trunk circles made of pressed coconut fiber. Annual flowers are also planted in the foreground for shading.
The roots of Varshavska Nike do not tolerate soil in which moisture stagnates. And the vines must be protected from sudden gusts of wind. A sharply swinging vine can get mechanical damage to the stems, which will lead to wilting or infection with a fungus.
For abundant flowering, the culture needs frequent top dressing. To do this, use any fertilizer for flowering plants. Manure can only be applied in rotted form.
In the photo of clematis Warsaw night, you can see how he climbs high up with the help of thin antennae. Therefore, it is best to use a thin mesh for support.
Planting and caring for clematis Warsaw Nike
Clematis Warsaw Nike is an early riser. Planting seedlings is best done in October. Seedlings older than 2 years are planted in open ground, with a well-developed root system. The roots of the seedling should be from 5 pieces, their length is about 50 cm. The young plant should have well-developed vegetative buds.
Selection and preparation of the landing site
For the cultivation of clematis Varshavska Nike choose a permanent place where the culture will grow for many years. Mature bushes do not tolerate transplanting. Clematis Warsaw Nike is planted on the south side of a fence or building.
Liana is also let through specially constructed cones or old trees. You can grow clematis in large tubs. Varshavska Nike variety is resistant to high air temperatures.
Seedling preparation
Before planting, the seedling is stored in the brightest place. But when buds appear, they are cut off, preventing the plant from blooming. Before planting, the soil in which the seedling grew is shed with Fitosporin solution. To relieve stress in a plant during transplantation, it is sprayed with Epin.
Rules of landing
For planting clematis Varshavska Nike make a spacious landing pit, 60 cm in size on all sides and depth. A layer of drainage is poured at the bottom. The pit is filled with soil with the addition of compost or well-rotted manure, complete mineral fertilizer and 2 tbsp. ash. Everything is thoroughly mixed. For planting at the bottom of the pit, a small mound is made on which the seedling is placed.
The deepening of the seedling is necessary for the emergence of new roots and the further formation of new shoots. When planting, the roots are straightened, evenly distributing over the soil. During the summer, fertile land is gradually poured until the pit is completely filled.
The description of Clematis Warsaw Night indicates that it can be grown next to other varieties of the crop. The distance between plants in this case should be 70-100 cm.
Watering and top dressing
Clematis Warsaw Nike fertilizer is carried out throughout the entire growth period, depending on the amount of growing mass and the general condition of the plant. If the root system was covered with rotted manure for the winter, this fertilizer is sufficient for the entire growth period. In other cases, fertilizing with fertilizers for flowering plants is carried out.
The liana is watered once a week, in hot weather and in the southern regions – several times a week. Young plants need about 1 liters of water per watering, adults – about 20 liters. When watering, do not touch the leaf part, so as not to spread fungal diseases. It is most favorable for clematis to carry out underground watering.
Mulching and loosening
Loosening enriches the soil with oxygen, enhances the work of microorganisms, which allows the root system to develop better, and the plant to increase the vegetative mass. The first surface loosening is carried out in the spring on moist, but not damp soil. At the same time, weeds are removed and the soil is covered with a fresh layer of mulch.
Mulching keeps the soil moist and loose. As a mulch you can use:
- rotted manure;
- humus;
- compost;
- wood chips or leaves.
The layer is applied without touching the shoots, so as not to provoke fungal diseases. When mulching with plant residues, additional nitrogen fertilizers must be added to the soil. Because the microorganisms that process such a mulch use the nitrogen in the soil, and the plants will lack this element.
Trimming
Pruning is carried out immediately before the shelter, you should not leave the cut clematis in the open air. Cut the vines leaving one kidney. This leads to the awakening of buds in spring, which are closer to the root, which increases the number of new shoots.
Preparation for winter
Clematis Varshavska Nike is frost-resistant. A properly buried plant tolerates the cold season well. When sheltering for the winter, it is important to protect the tillering center. Cover clematis in late autumn, so that by this time flowering has completely stopped. To do this, in the autumn season, you need to pinch the flowering shoots. Before shelter, the remaining foliage is cut off from the stems, because fungal spores may be on it.
Remove all plant debris, old mulch from under the bush. Shoots and root neck are sprayed with 1% Bordeaux liquid before the soil freezes. Sand is poured onto the root neck with the addition of ash. With any method of pruning, the roots of Varshavska Nike are covered with rotted manure or peat for the winter.
Land for shelter is distributed inside the bush. When pruning, leaving part of the shoots, they are twisted into a ring and pressed against the soil. Spruce branches are laid out on top.
The shelter is additionally covered with non-woven material, leaving a gap at the bottom for the passage of air.
In the spring, the shelter is removed gradually, in parts, before the onset of warm weather. Long shoots are carefully straightened and tied to supports.
Reproduction
For clematis, the vegetative propagation method is most suitable when various parts of the plant are used for this.
Clematis Warsaw Nike is propagated:
- Green cuttings. To do this, shoots are cut from an adult plant at the stage of bud formation. For reproduction, material is taken from the middle of the vine, with the presence of one node. You can cut no more than a third of one plant. Cuttings are treated in growth stimulants and germinated in containers with a mixture of peat and sand.
- Layers. In autumn, one of the shoots is pressed to the soil and sprinkled. With the germination of individual shoots, they are separated and grown.
- By dividing the bush. Use plants older than 5-6 years of age. At the same time, they must be completely dug up and the rhizome divided. Clematis do not tolerate this method of reproduction.
Gardeners practically do not use the seed propagation method.
Diseases and pests
Clematis Warsaw Nike can be subject to various fungal diseases. Throughout the summer period, fungicides are used to prevent the occurrence of infections. Soil fungi “Trichoderma” are introduced into the soil – one of the most powerful antagonists of phytopathogens – pathogens of plant diseases.
Common diseases of clematis:
- fusarium and verticillium wilt;
- leaf spot;
- powdery mildew;
- gray rot;
- rust.
In the spring, to protect plants, they are sprayed with a 1% solution of copper or iron sulfate.
Mice, bears can become pests of young shoots of clematis. The vegetative mass is attacked by aphids, spider mites, various caterpillars. A dangerous parasite for the root system is the gall nematode. Insecticides are used to protect against harmful insects.
The appearance of diseases and pests on clematis indicates a reduced immunity of plants and violations in their growing conditions.
Conclusion
Clematis Varshavska Nike is a long-lived vine that increases the number of shoots every year. Differs in plentiful and long blossoming. Large purple flowers attract attention with their tenderness and velvety. With the observance of simple agricultural technology, with the help of clematis Varshavska Nike, you can transform any garden.
