Today, conifers are increasingly used in landscaping summer cottages. This is due to the fact that their crowns remain unchanged both in the sultry heat and in the most severe frosts. Moreover, in recent years, one of the most common types of evergreen trees is Inversa spruce. This amazing plant was not only able to adopt all the positive aspects of its relatives, but also acquired its own.
Norway spruce Inverse
In our area, this evergreen tree has begun to gain its popularity relatively recently. However, in just one decade, it won the hearts of many residents of Russia. And all because the Inverse spruce has an extremely amazing crown shape. It is she who is the calling card, thanks to which this tree is recognized all over the world.
True, to use the word "crown" in the usual sense will be wrong. After all, it is formed artificially, tying or planting spruce shoots. At the same time, the tree does not have a main trunk, which is why you have to use a guide support or strengthen one of the many shoots.
It is noteworthy that Inversa spruce rarely grows to a height of more than 8 meters. Moreover, many trees freeze at around 6 meters. Moreover, the diameter of the “crown” ranges from 2-2.5 meters. However, gardeners often decide for themselves how big their tree will grow. The benefit of doing this is very simple, it is enough just to cut off the extra shoots in time. As for the needles, the one in the spruce is dark green, with a very dense arrangement of needles.
Seedlings and tree planting
You can buy Inversa spruce in a gardening store. It is best to take those plants that are sold in pots. This is due to the fact that such a tree will have stronger roots, and they will surely take root on new earth. In addition, it will be possible to plant a seedling at any convenient time, without worrying that it will fade from a lack of nutrients.
It is better to plant this plant in mid-spring. It is during this period that the most favorable processes for growth occur in the soil. However, if necessary, you can do this at another time. The main thing is to provide young spruce with the right amount of moisture in the first week of her new life.
Spruce Inversa: a description of her care
Inversa withstands both mind-blowing heat and terrible cold. He likes well-lit places, partial shade inhibits its growth. On average, in one year the plant adds 15-25 cm in height, and even more in good soil.
It tolerates sandy and salty soil. But experienced gardeners recommend covering the main trunk with a small circle of hay so that it retains moisture for a long time. You should also at least once every few years fertilize the soil with nutritious extracts that you can make yourself or buy in a store.
Among the diseases, the most dangerous are fungal diseases, which affect not only the needles, but also the shoots themselves. At the slightest manifestations of such an infection, disinfectants should be used. And if possible, it is better to periodically carry out maintenance work.