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Rose Elizabeth Stuart is a shrub cultivar of the Rosa Generosa series. The hybrid is characterized by high immunity and resistance to weather conditions. Re-flowering, pleases the gardener several times during the warm season.
History of breeding
The variety was bred by French breeder Dominique Massad in 2003. This hybrid is the result of crossing an old variety and newer varieties. He is distinguished by the beauty inherent in his ancestors and the relatively strong stability inherited from improved descendants.
The rose was named after Queen Elizabeth of England, wife of the German ruler Frederick V. The marriage of the two dynasties in the XNUMXth century helped to strengthen relations between the Stuart homeland and the Protestant states of Germany. The classical form of flowers and their tenderness properly convey all the aristocracy and height of their name.
Elizabeth Stewart rose description and characteristics
Shrub rose Elizabeth Stuart is the result of crossing old and modern varieties. Thanks to this, it has a classic look, as well as high resistance to external influences, diseases and pests. The sensuality and tenderness of a rose is wonderfully combined with enviable immunity.
Apricot-pink flowers are located on the shrab (bush) in 1-3 copies. They are distinguished by a generous rich aroma with sweet fruit and berry notes. Adult cup-shaped buds reach a diameter of 7-8 cm, have from 80 to 85 petals. Everything in Elizabeth Stewart is reminiscent of the old classic rose gardens: erect, vigorous shrubs are able to fill gardens with a variety of weather conditions with their flowering.
The variety has an average resistance to heavy rain and wind – Elizabeth Stewart loves calm and sheltered sunny places
Fragrant terry buds of Elizabeth Stewart harmonize favorably with the dark green foliage of the shrub. Almond-shaped, rounded glossy leaves evenly cover the stems, diluting the delicate apricot bouquet. The rose is able to please both the sense of smell and the gardener’s eye.
In length, the shrub reaches 100-120 cm. In width – 70 cm. Elizabeth Stewart’s abundant re-blooming forms a powerful colorful colorful hedge. The rose loves bright sunlight, is resistant to low sub-zero temperatures and easily tolerates even Siberian colds.
In addition, Elizabeth Stewart has a strong immune system and ignores many rose diseases. Powdery mildew, black spotting, spider mites – all misfortunes are powerless in front of an apricot-pinkish aristocrat. Delicate and persistent, the variety will delight many gardeners with its unpretentiousness and beauty.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Gardeners pay attention to the ease of care and strength of the Elizabeth Stewart rose, but only responsible gardeners do not complain about this variety.
Repeat blooming ensures even coverage of the garden with colorful fragrant buds throughout the warm season. Roses please the owner for several months.
Unpretentiousness in weather conditions. Siberian gardeners are delighted with the versatility of the variety and its resistance: with proper care and thorough preparation for the cold weather, Elizabeth Stewart is able to easily endure even harsh winters.
It is best to plant roses in prepared soil – chernozem will be a suitable option
Of the shortcomings, responsible gardeners notice only two. Firstly, the thin branches of the shrub do not support the weight of the buds. Because of this ambiguous property, the Elizabeth Stewart rose cannot fully grow – additional supports and guides are needed that would support fragile stems, weighted with fairly large flowers. Secondly, with age, the rose begins to fade significantly and loses its former strong immunity. Rust is the scourge of adult shrubs, which even experienced gardeners complain about.
Methods of reproduction
Rose Elizabeth Stewart is propagated by cuttings. To do this, especially strong shoots of the shrub must be cut in two places, leaving a few leaves on the stem fragment. The lower incision is oblique, about 0,5 cm from the kidney, the upper one is straight, indented 1 cm from the rest of the processes. The bottom sheet must be completely removed, leaving the petiole. After the roots have formed, it is important to transplant the rose into nutrient soil.
Cultivation and care
Variety Elizabeth Stewart loves the bright hot sun. It is better to plant this kind of color in open, bright areas of the site. It is worth measuring the shading from April to September in several periods: 8:00-9:00 in the morning, 12:00-13:00 in the afternoon, 17:00-19:00 in the evening. All the boundaries of unlit areas must be drawn and the most sunny and favorable place for the rose should be determined. Often, the southeast and south sides of the farm will be the ideal area for shrubs.
Elizabeth Stewart sits down in the area of the most lit area with mineral-soaked soil. The ideal time for planting is a warm late spring after all sorts of frosts and weather changes have passed. Experts recommend starting planting when the soil temperature reaches 10-12 degrees. In the middle lane, the right time comes in April – the end of May.
To make it easier for the plant to get along in new conditions, it is important to choose the right seedlings. It is desirable to find them with unblown buds or short shoots. The roots of beginners are usually shortened to a size of 30-35 cm. Roses are very fond of watering, so in the first year of planting, you need to allocate time for it – once every 2 weeks. In sandy soil, water is required twice as often.
You can fertilize the plant from the first year of planting. Nitrogen in the spring will help the future flower decoration accelerate growth and increase greenery. Phosphorus and potassium must be given to the rose in the fall – these minerals help increase resistance to cold and infections.
It is important to carefully prepare for the wintering of Elizabeth Stewart. Many experienced gardeners recommend building a structure around the shrub and covering it with dense material. Lutrasil is used especially often.
Pruning occurs in two versions – it is best done after wintering in the spring. Sanitary is designed to free the rose from dead shoots. Unripe branches, dried and broken stems – all this is superfluous on a shrub. It is important to prune dead shoots before whiteness appears inside the branch, which is a sign of a healthy shoot. Using the tool, you need to achieve an angle of about 45 degrees – this will allow the rose to recover quickly.
Formative concerns primarily the kidneys of Elizabeth Stewart. For this type of rose, moderate pruning is suitable – for 4-6 cuttings. It is this amount that allows the shrub to actively grow in the future.
When pruning roses, it is important to use a sharp pruner, which will help Elizabeth Stewart accurately and safely cut the shoots.
Pests and diseases
According to gardeners, Elizabeth Stewart is practically not exposed to the diseases familiar to roses: black spot, spider mites, powdery rain. In many ways, the variety is literally knocked out by high immunity against the background of fellows. Rust remains the only ailment that affects a middle-aged shrub. It often becomes the cause of complaints and disapproval of this variety.
To get rid of rust, it is important to analyze the lesion. Usually the lower old leaves and middle-aged shoots are affected. It is necessary to cut out damaged areas to healthy tissues, treat with falcon or topaz, zircon and other immunostimulants. A week later, repeat the treatment.
Application in landscape design
Rose Elizabeth Stewart is a tall shrub, so its use in garden design is limited.
The first and most acceptable option for using a rose will be the manufacture of a living, colorful and fragrant hedge. Variety Elizabeth Stewart has a fairly dense rich green foliage. This allows you to delimit the space on the site and significantly improve the appearance of classic partitions.
The second option is suitable for those who want to diversify the dull walls of buildings. By planting Elizabeth Stewart bushes close to the objects on the site, gardeners will find a quality renovation of the facades and brighten up boring coatings. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the illumination of the place. The shrub loves the sun, so if the building does not have enough of it, then using the shrub in the design is different. For maximum results, the Elizabeth Stewart rose should be planted against walls facing south or southeast.
The third option is a flower arrangement in a flower bed. Elizabeth Stewart is co-growing and will pair well with shorter plants. For example, in the middle of a rounded flower bed, you can plant a spectacular tall variety, then border it with lower flowers. Ageratums, violets or asters of white color will become contrasting.
Fertilizers affect different growth factors of the Elizabeth Stewart rose – it is important to carefully read this
Conclusion
Rose Elizabeth Stuart is a real find for Siberian gardeners. Due to its unpretentiousness, the variety is able to grow in any weather conditions, without requiring much effort from the owner of the site. The shrub is an excellent decoration and flavor, can be used in different ways in landscape design and please the owner’s eye.
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