How to choose both a simple and original solution for decorating a personal plot? For lovers of bright yellow and orange colors, there is a great option - the Przewalski Buzulnik. In this article, we will focus on this particular flower from the Astrov family. Today we will share with you information about planting the Przewalski Buzulnik and leaving with a photo.
Description
Buzulnik Przhevalsky is a grassy plant for open ground, which looks like a candle. The territory of China and Mongolia is considered his homeland. The stem of the plant grows in height by one and a half to two meters, with a third of the entire length occupying the flowering part. The flowering period of the Buzulnik lasts about three months - from June to September. A feature of the plant, as can be seen in the photo of the Przewalski Buzulnik, is its interesting structure - small yellow flowers collected in narrow oblong inflorescences slightly bend in the upper part. And due to the high content of various antibacterial compounds in the composition, the plant is also used for medicinal purposes. In general, gardeners describe a plant as hardy, early flowering, and rather unpretentious.
Popular views
For cultivation in the climate of our country, the most suitable varieties of Buzulnik Przhevalsky are the following:
- "Rocket" is one of the most common types. A tall, almost two-meter plant with stems of a reddish-brown hue, having a very dense structure, allowing it to grow without any support. The leaves of this plant variety are heart-shaped. In summer, the color of the leaves is juicy green, and with the approach of autumn, it changes to burgundy.
- "Maple Leaf". The height of this species of buzulnik reaches about 170 centimeters. The name of the plant was due to large leaves (more than 20 centimeters in diameter), which are very similar in shape to maple.
- Light Fingered differs from other varieties in more rugged leaves and a rich shade of inflorescences.
Seed propagation
A fairly labor-intensive way of growing, the flowering result of which you will see no sooner than after three years. For such a planting of the Przhevalsky buzulnik, it is first required to collect fully ripened seeds. After collection, they are thoroughly dried. Sowing is permissible to carry out both in open ground and in containers for seedlings, while most of the seeds are perfectly dispersed independently. Buzulnik seeds should be planted in the fall to a depth of about two centimeters. During the cold autumn and winter, hardening and necessary preparation for further growth will occur. To prevent the death of the plant in the winter, carefully cover its sprouts with non-woven material, which must be removed with the advent of spring.
Reproduction by dividing the bush
The most preferred and used method of propagation of the Przewalski Buzulnik is the division of its bush. The advantages of this reproduction are simplicity and the ability to preserve the decorative characteristics of the main plant. By dividing the plants, flowering can be achieved the next year after planting.
Division is carried out in the spring, in a phase of the most active growth. For this, the strongest and most healthy plant is selected, which has already begun to give leaves. Digging out the entire bush is not necessary - just cut off a small part of the bush with a shovel. The place vacated after it must be covered with soil and carefully spilled with water. The separated part of the bush is cleaned and washed well. With a sharp knife, it is divided into several parts, each of which must have at least two generative kidneys. After that, all sections must be treated with a manganese solution or ground charcoal. Ready planting material is sent to the prepared hole.
Preparing seedlings for planting
Despite the fact that leaving and planting the Przewalski Buzulnik is not a very troublesome task, some features of this process must be observed to obtain a healthy and beautiful plant. Start preparing for cultivation should be the choice of seedlings. To be sure of the quality and health of the future plant, the purchase should be carried out only in specialized nurseries. When purchasing a seedling, carefully consider it and pay attention to the integrity of the plant. It should not be damaged, dried leaves and broken roots.
Almost all varieties of this plant prefer moist and fertile soil. Therefore, overly sunlit areas for growing are not suitable. The best choice would be a place located in partial shade, for example, under an old tree. Soil before planting is carefully dug up to obtain a loose structure and saturated with fertilizers.
Landing Features
Planting seedlings of Buzulnik should be carried out in early spring, until the moment when the first leaves begin to bloom. To do this, in the prepared area dig holes with a depth and width of at least 40 centimeters. It should be understood that the plant is actively growing and takes up a lot of space. Therefore, the distance between future bushes should be at least a meter.
Prepare the soil mix in advance. It should consist of fertile garden soil, humus with the addition of superphosphate fertilizer and a small amount of wood ash. Slices of the plant are treated with a solution of manganese, after which the seedlings are sent to the prepared wells. Planted plants are sprinkled with soil, compacted and well watered. Active kidneys should be about 5 centimeters above the ground. You can expect the flowering of such seedlings already in the same year.
Buzulnik Przhevalsky: leaving
To obtain a lush and abundantly flowering plant does not require much effort. Therefore, even beginner gardeners often choose this plant. However, the buzulnik has its own characteristics that must be considered when growing:
- Watering is one of the most important stages of plant care. Buzulnik loves moist soil very much, therefore he needs regular and plentiful watering - at least once a week. In hotter weather, you should water it every 3-4 days and spray it additionally from the spray gun.
- Loosening. Once all the snow has completely melted, be sure to loosen the soil around the plants. Throughout the growing period, it is also necessary to loosen the earth several times. And in order to slow down the development of weeds and retain moisture in the soil for longer, mulch the soil with dry peat or humus.
- Top dressing. The first fertilizer should be carried out when planting a plant. At this point, humus, superphosphates and wood ash are introduced into the soil. The next top dressing is done at the beginning of summer, before flowering - a layer of mullein is laid out under each bush. And finally, at the end of flowering, the plant can be fertilized with a small amount of humus.
- Pruning. If you do not set a goal to grow a plant in order to obtain seeds, then pruning can extend the flowering period of the plant. At the same time, already faded parts of the plant are removed, which significantly rejuvenates it. Tall varieties sometimes need a garter - under the weight of their own weight or the influence of a strong wind, the plant bends. Therefore, take care of the organization of support for the bush.
Diseases and Pests
If in the case of various diseases such as powdery mildew or rust, the plant has strong immunity, then it is too susceptible to insects. Buzulnik is especially affected by slugs in spring. To combat them, you should scatter chemicals around the plant, for example, superphosphate fertilizers in granules. With a strong infection of aphids, when the means for processing do not help, the only solution will be the complete destruction of the plant. In order to prevent disease, it is permissible to treat the plant with a solution of potassium permanganate or colloidal sulfur.
Landscaping Solution
When choosing a Przewalski Buzulnik for decorating a site, it should be remembered that this is a rather large and powerful plant. Therefore, it is planted in the background in order not to cover the rest of the flowers. In landscape design, this plant looks great both on its own and in group plantings. For example, the buzulnik is well combined with hosts, a soft cuff and a snake highlander.
But still, many designers advise planting it as a full-fledged independent decoration, thereby emphasizing its unusual beauty and monumentality. With it, you can perfectly decorate the walls and old trees in the garden.