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There are no particular difficulties in the development of a culture with a long flowering period.
Does hydrangea grow in the Urals
If a gardener decides to start growing a new crop in the Urals, then you should not hesitate. It is only necessary to take into account that in different places of the region the weather is not the same. Therefore, when choosing varieties, climatic conditions must be taken into account. Not only the air temperature in the Urals is different. There are differences in the amount of precipitation, and, consequently, in the humidity of the air.
Hydrangea varieties for the Urals
As already noted, not all species are suitable for growing in the Urals. In addition, despite the frost resistance, they will still require shelter for the winter (partial or complete).
Popular panicled varieties for growing:
- Darts Little Dot;
- Limelight Peter Zweinenburg;
- Kyushu;
- Vanilla Fraise;
- Unique.
Of the tree varieties for cultivation, it is recommended:
- Hayes Starburst;
- Annabelle;
- Sterilis.
Darts Little Dot
Darts Little Dot (Dart’s Little-Dot) is a short, compact shrub, whose height is not more than 80 cm. The plant is famous for its large paniculate inflorescences collected from small flowers. At first, the petals have a milky hue, then they become pinkish. The buds appear in the middle of summer and do not disappear until autumn. The plant is frost-resistant, it is not necessary to cover at air temperatures up to -28 degrees. Hydrangea of this variety is suitable for growing in the Southern Urals.
During flowering, the Darst Little Dot bush is strewn with large panicles from top to bottom.
Limelight Peter Zweinenburg
Limelight’ Pieter Zwijnenburg is a very tall shrub suitable for growing in the Urals. With good care and observance of the rules, it reaches a height of up to 2,5 m. The creamy-white inflorescences are slightly greenish, like a lime. Panicled hydrangea blooms from July to September.
Limelight Peter Zweinenburg is winter-hardy, able to withstand temperatures down to -38 degrees, a good crop for growing in the Urals
Kyushu
Kyushu – the variety is large in size, grows up to 3 m in height. It has long white inflorescences.
Panicle-shaped buds on bushes last from mid-July and delight with their aroma until the second half of October (depending on temperature).
Kyushu variety is able to decorate any garden
Vanilla Fries
Vanille Fraise – When planting this ornamental shrub, gardeners can expect to get small, compact plants. The height of the hydrangea is about 1,5 m. The inflorescences are also interesting. At first they are creamy white, turning dark red towards September. Hydrangea winter hardiness is average, so it is best suited for growing in the Middle Urals.
The color of Vanilla petals does not change immediately, so you can observe different shades on one bush
Yunik
Unique (Unique) – the variety is characterized by tall bushes. They grow up to 2,5 m. Flowering is long, starting from mid-summer. Large panicles are white when blooming, then turn pink.
Unique shrubs are suitable for growing in the Urals, as they can withstand temperatures down to -34 degrees without damage.
Hayes Starburst
Hayes Starburst is one of the varieties of tree hydrangeas. The frost resistance of the culture is high (up to -34 degrees), it does not require shelter for the winter. It is possible to grow all over the Urals. Hayes Starburst is represented by a compact shrub about 1,5 m high. Petals are white.
Hayes Starburst inflorescences are dense, consist of many small buds
Annabelle
Annabelle (Annabelle) – in a short bush, which cannot be higher than 1 m, a long flowering period. The buds are lush, have a rounded shape. All petals are white. Cultivation in the Urals is possible because the variety is famous for its high frost resistance.
Kust Annabelle is short, but wide: not only the flowers, but also the ball itself
Sterilis
Sterilis (Sterilis) – culture is grown by gardeners in the Urals for abundant and long flowering. Immediately after blooming, the petals are greenish, then become snow-white.
The Sterilis variety has fragrant flowers, so there are always a lot of insects on them.
When to plant hydrangea in the Urals
Hydrangea, as a rule, is planted in a new place at any time. But experienced people advise Ural gardeners to plan work for early spring. The fact is that in the fall, seedlings cannot always take root due to sudden changes in the weather. In this region, colds can start early and suddenly.
Planting and caring for garden hydrangea in the Urals
If we talk about the process of growing, planting and further care, then there are no special differences. In the Urals, hydrangea is planted in the same way as in other regions. You just need to keep a few tips in mind.
Selection and preparation of the landing site
Plants react negatively to winds and drafts. This should be taken into account when growing a crop. An open place is also not for hydrangeas. It is recommended to grow bushes next to a fence or tall trees so that the sun illuminates the planting until noon. The site should be on a slight elevation so that the water does not stagnate after rains. This is harmful to the root system: rotting will lead to the death of the bush.
As for the soil, for plants you need to use slightly acidic compounds.
When growing hydrangeas in the Urals, peat must be added to the holes to slightly oxidize the soil
How to plant hydrangea in the Urals
As soon as a hydrangea seedling is purchased, you need to start planting it. In order for the survival rate to be high, it is necessary to follow the recommendations:
- Dig a hole at least 50 cm deep and wide.
- Pour in 30 liters of water so that it goes as low as possible. It is better not to use chlorinated from the water supply
- The next day, fill the hole with a nutrient mixture consisting of humus, peat, sand and garden soil in a ratio of 1:2:1:2.
- Since the bush will grow in one place for several decades, it is recommended to apply mineral fertilizers before planting: urea (20 g), potassium sulfur (25 g), superphosphate (55 g).
- Spill the seedlings in a container to make it easier to take the plant out.
Hydrangeas grown in pots have a developed root system, which contributes to rapid growth.
- Put the seedling in the center of the hole, straighten the roots.
- Sprinkle with earth, water and mulch with coniferous needles.
Shoots need to be shortened, then the bush will grow faster
Attention! The root neck of the seedling should be flush with the ground.
Watering and feeding
Growing hydrangeas in the Urals has its own characteristics. The fact is that precipitation there falls unevenly. Therefore, you need to ensure that the topsoil is always moist.
You need to water with warm water. To increase the splendor and beauty of the inflorescences, it is recommended to add a little potassium permanganate. It is especially important to monitor the condition of the soil in dry hot weather. If, when grown in the Urals, the plant does not have enough water, then this can cause the petals to dry out and fall off.
Do not forget about feeding. It can be mineral fertilizers or organic. You need to feed under hydrangeas several times during the growing season:
- Early in the spring, to awaken the plants, feed the bushes with urea.
- Before budding, potash and phosphorus fertilizers must be applied.
- Before wintering, pour one bucket of humus under each bush.
When growing a crop anywhere, including in the Urals, it is useful to feed bushes with diluted yogurt or kefir, water in which bread was soaked. The crumb needs to be crushed under the bushes and loosen the soil.
Wintering
If the variety of panicled or tree-like hydrangea was chosen correctly, then growing in the Urals will not require special time costs in the fall. Winter-hardy species do not need special shelter. It is necessary to bend the shoots, fix them.
With a sharp drop in temperature, it is easy to cover the plantings with non-woven material or spruce branches
You can do otherwise – install the frame and fill the space with sawdust or dry leaves.
Trimming
Pruning when growing hydrangeas in the Urals is a mandatory procedure. It is held several times per season. In early spring, before the buds swell, they perform sanitary work: they remove broken and old branches, since the buds are formed on an increase of 1-2 years.
Formative haircut can be started three years after planting, when the bush gets stronger. After the end of flowering, flower stalks must be removed. They not only spoil the decorativeness of plantings, but also prevent the plant from developing.
When growing tree hydrangeas, gardeners in the Urals do not forget about rejuvenating pruning. In autumn, all shoots are cut to a stump of 8-10 cm.
Reproduction
For growing hydrangeas in the Urals, you can independently obtain planting material. Culture is propagated in different ways:
- seeds;
- divisions;
- layering;
- offspring;
- cuttings.
The seed method is not particularly practiced, since it is difficult to maintain maternal properties at home. Yes, and flowering occurs in 4-5 years.
Growing seedlings in the Urals by vegetative methods is convenient and practical. Delicate inflorescences appear for 1-2 years.
When propagated by layering, a young shoot is used.
Diseases and pests
Growing hydrangeas in the Urals does not cause any particular difficulties. The plant is unpretentious, in one place the bushes bloom for several decades. Unfortunately, there are no varieties that are completely resistant to diseases and pests. Gardeners need to have certain knowledge to deal with problems.
Of the diseases in any regions, including the Urals, it can be noted:
- powdery mildew;
- brown rot;
- chlorosis.
To save the bushes, it is recommended to use:
- copper chloride;
- “Topaz”;
- “Falcon”.
Of the pests, most often when growing crops in the Urals, they annoy:
- spider mite;
- aphid;
- snails.
To combat them, we recommend:
- “Bitoxibacillin”;
- “Actor”.
Conclusion
Growing hydrangeas in the Urals is possible if you select varieties that suit the climate. In a few years, the garden from mid-summer until autumn will delight with large fragrant inflorescences.
