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There are not so many varieties in the ITO pion group. But they all attract attention with an unusual appearance. Peony Cora Louise (Cora Louise) is distinguished by double-colored buds and a pleasant aroma. The description of the culture, the features of cultivation and care are important for lovers of garden plants.
The petals do not crumble for a long time, they keep well not only on the bushes, but also in the cut
Peony description Cora Louis
Peony ITO Cora Louis is a representative of intersectional hybrids. Herbaceous and treelike varieties were used for its selection. Blooming perennials got their name from the author, botanist from Japan Toichi Ito.
Peony Cora Louise belongs to shrubs, the height of which ranges from 95-100 cm. The shoots and peduncles are powerful, strong, perfectly hold a large number of buds. Despite the fact that the bushes are spreading, no support is needed.
Plants prefer open areas, as the beauty of the buds is revealed better in the sun. But they feel good with slight shading.
Peony Cora Louise has a dense green mass with carved large leaves. Moreover, the shade is maintained throughout the growing season. Bushes grow quickly, this must be taken into account when planting so that the flowers do not interfere with each other.
Variety Cora Louise is frost-resistant, does not freeze at -39 degrees, so it can be grown almost throughout Our Country.
In one place without a transplant, flowers can be grown for about 20 years.
Features of flowering ITO-peony Cora Louise (Cora Louise)
ITO peonies Cora Louise are classified as large-flowered plants with semi-double buds, which is confirmed by the photo below. The flower diameter ranges from 25 cm.
The petals are not monochromatic: they can be white-pink or white-cream with a barely noticeable lilac tint.
The base, where the stamens are located, is a rich lavender or purple color. Against this background, dark yellow long stamens look especially decorative. During flowering, a delicate sweetish aroma spreads around the area.
Flowering begins early, as a rule, subject to the norms of growing buds, a lot is formed. On adult bushes there are up to 50 pieces. Already at the end of May or the beginning of June (depending on the climatic conditions of the region), the frost-resistant plant pleases with the first buds.
The splendor of the flowering of the Cora Louise hybrid depends not only on the agricultural technology of cultivation, but also on the correct choice of location, the implementation of the planting algorithm.
If all the norms were observed, then in 2-3 years blooming peonies will appear on the site. Unfortunately, they are ugly, the petals are twisted. That is why it is recommended to remove the first flowers, so that 4-5 years after planting, the Cora Louise hybrid will reveal all the properties.
Application in design
Peony Cora Louise is a plant that gets along with almost all garden crops. With it, you can create amazing flower arrangements not only in your summer cottage, but also in parks.
How to combine:
- Bushes can be placed singly or in groups.
- Often they are planted on green lawns, decorate mixborders, rabatka, flower beds.
If mixed plantings are used, then the Cora Louise peony is positioned so that it does not interfere with neighboring plants.
- The culture looks great next to undersized daisies, primroses, cuffs, bergenia.
- You can create a flower arrangement by planting an ITO hybrid among delphiniums, bluebells, foxgloves.
- Against the background of evergreen conifers, such as thuja, juniper, fir, Cora Louise peony will look especially attractive not only during flowering.
The hybrid is highly valued by landscape designers for its unusual coloring and unpretentiousness.
Most often, the hybrid is grown for cutting. Fragrant flowers on long peduncles do not bend under the weight of buds. In a vase for 14-15 days, the petals do not crumble, they remain fresh.
It is not recommended to grow perennial shrubs on loggias and balconies, not only because of the height and spreading, but also because of the impossibility of creating optimal conditions.
Methods of reproduction
Since the Cora Louise peony is a hybrid, seed propagation is not recommended. In this case, the parent properties are not preserved. It is simple and easy to propagate the plant by dividing an adult bush that has already bloomed.
To do this, choose a healthy bush, dig it out and cut it into pieces, each should have at least 2-3 growth buds. After planting, the peony will reach full strength in 3-4 years.
Rules of landing
Since peonies have been growing in one place for about two decades and do not like transplanting very much, you need to choose the best place for growing. It is also necessary to take into account the timing, use healthy seedlings.
Site Selection
Cora Louise hybrids prefer well-lit places where there is plenty of air, but without drafts. It should also be remembered that in the July heat, the bushes will have to be shaded in any convenient way.
Do not plant bushes in lowlands and those places where groundwater is located close to the surface. The fact is that the root system of the Cora Louise variety reacts negatively to excess moisture, although it really needs regular watering.
Soil characteristics
As for the soil, the culture grows well on fertile, slightly acidic soils. To fill the landing pit, you can use store-bought balanced compositions or prepare them yourself.
Peony Ingredients:
- garden soil and humus (compost);
- peat and sand;
- wood ash and superphosphate.
Planting begins in the fall before frost begins.
Seedlings preparation
Planting material for ITO peonies Cora Louise is recommended to be purchased from trusted sellers. Seedlings with an open root system should have healthy tubers with no signs of rot and blackness. Before planting, the roots are shortened and the planting material is soaked in a solution of potassium permanganate.
Landing algorithm
Cora Louise peonies are planted in the same way as other varieties of the crop. Subject to the rules, the flowers grow rapidly and after a few years give gardeners lush buds.
Stages of work:
- A hole is prepared 30 days before planting. Its size is 60x60x60.
A large volume of the pit is necessary, since a rapidly growing peony will need space
- The bottom is filled with drainage from pieces of brick, coarse sand or small pebbles.
- Nutrient soil is added, then a mound is made.
The soil for peonies Cora Louise should be nutritious, air and moisture permeable.
- A seedling is installed obliquely on it, the buds are sprinkled with earth no deeper than 3-4 cm.
- Make a groove around the bush and water abundantly. Then mulch with humus.
Gently press down the soil so as not to damage the fragile buds
Aftercare
Further care for the Cora Louise hybrid is traditional, boils down to the following activities:
- irrigation;
- top dressing;
- weed removal;
- loosening the soil;
- protection of plants from pests and diseases.
Peonies are demanding on moisture. They especially need irrigation during flowering and during the hot period. But it is not recommended to fill the bushes, as this can cause the root system to rot.
The Cora Louise hybrid will not have to be fed 2-3 years after planting if nutritious soil and fertilizers were used for this. In the future, nutrition is applied in early spring to activate the growth of the plant. Then top dressing is carried out when peonies are formed. The third time – after the end of flowering.
For the first two recharges, a mineral fertilizer containing phosphorus and potassium is used. In autumn – superphosphate.
The root system of the peony Cora Louise needs oxygen, so the root zone needs to be loosened to a shallow depth so as not to damage the roots and buds. Remove weeds at the same time.
If you follow all the rules, then every spring the bushes will delight with abundant flowering.
Preparation for winter
ITO peonies, unlike herbaceous species, are not cut off completely, but only shortened to a lignified part. The fact is that it is in this place that the buds of the next year are formed. Then water well and fertilize.
Despite winter hardiness, in the Northern regions, the hybrid needs partial shelter. It is carried out when persistent frosts begin. The root zone is covered with compost, humus, the layer should be at least 20-25 cm. You can still pre-cover the soil around with pieces of cardboard.
Pests and diseases
Peony Cora Louise, unfortunately, is not very resistant to diseases and pests, so this complicates care. That is why you need to know the enemies and be able to deal with them.
Diseases | Evidence | Control measures |
Gray mold | Young shoots in the spring are covered with brown spots, which later turn gray from plaque. | Use fungicides for spring treatment of bushes: · “Fundazol”; · «Vitaros»; · “Score” |
Rust | In the middle of summer, rusty spots appear on the upper part of the leaf blades, which, growing, lead to the drying of the green mass and buds. | In the spring, for prevention, treat with “Soon” or “Horus”. Before wintering, use the drug “Ridomil Gold” |
If we talk about pests, then most often the Cora Louise hybrid is annoyed:
- bronze beetle;
- gall nematodes;
- sod ant;
- aphid.
For pest control, it is recommended to use special or folk remedies.
Conclusion
Peony Cora Louise is a relatively young hybrid, but is already gaining popularity among flower growers around the world. With it, you can decorate any garden plot, and you do not have to make much effort.
