Among the tremendous variety and abundance of varieties of chrysanthemums, bush bush occupies a particularly important place. This is due to the ability to receive from it a very beautiful and full-fledged bouquet, consisting of only one branch of the plant. But not only is it attractive.
What other features do bush chrysanthemums have? You can learn about this and much more by reading the information presented in the article.
About Chrysanthemums
This flower fully justifies its title - the queen of autumn. In modern gardening, a total of approximately 650 different garden varieties of this plant are cultivated. Its species differ in the size of inflorescences, the shape of the petals and the size of the bush. Depending on the diameter of the flower, the following varieties are distinguished: large-flowered, medium-flowered and small-flowered.
Large-flowered - huge, mostly solitary flowers (diameter - up to 25 cm), located on tall or medium stems. Basically, they are grown for cutting. The disadvantage of this species is that it does not tolerate frost very well.
The size of flowers of medium varieties is 10-15 cm. They look wonderful on flower beds and pots, and terraces and balconies are beautifully decorated with them. Grown mainly for cutting. The height of the bushes is 40-70 cm.
Varieties with small flowers are characterized by a long flowering period, unpretentiousness and frost resistance. The size of the flowers in diameter is 2-8 cm. These varieties differ in a relatively long flowering period, unpretentiousness and frost resistance. The not very large size of the flowers is fully compensated by the large number of inflorescences on the bush, which themselves represent a lush bouquet.
Description
Bush chrysanthemum belongs to the family Asteraceae. Plants grow to 0.3-1.5 meters. The variety of shades and colors of the plant is huge. Tubular flowers are usually yellow, while reed flowers are white, yellow, or pink. There are flowers that have an unusual color for them - green. And there is a combined color.
Full-blown chrysanthemums in one area can develop over five years, after which the plant almost completely loses its decorative qualities. The height of the bushes can reach 20-150 cm, depending on the variety.
This perennial, amazing in its diversity and beauty, reigns in parks and gardens in the autumn. He pleases with his blooming bright flowers from the end of summer until the very first frosts.
A variety of varieties with a variety of sizes of bushes, shapes and shades of flowers allows you to use this plant in a variety of landscape compositions. They are also very popular due to their unpretentiousness to soils, which greatly simplifies the cultivation of this beautiful plant.
Varieties
Today, spray chrysanthemum is very popular. In addition to being unpretentious, it fits perfectly in any landscape design due to the variety of its varieties and hybrid forms.
According to the shape of inflorescences, bush garden chrysanthemums are divided into the following types:
- Pompoms with petals in the shape of reeds, assembled in a ball resembling a pompom.
- Anemic, in which the buds consist of large petals collected in 1-3 rows. The size of their flowers with petals resembling tongues is not very large.
- Semi-double, consisting of 3 rows of reeds located around the center of the bud.
- Terry, distinguished by the diversity and splendor of species and forms.
Among these plants, annual and perennial species stand out. The former are represented by types: prominent, keeled, crowned, sowing. The main perennial varieties are bushy white chrysanthemum and large. For outdoor cultivation, varieties resistant to various ailments, climatic and weather conditions, as well as pests of the variety are usually used.
There are a lot of varieties, and it is unrealistic to consider all of these options in one article. Below are the names of spray chrysanthemums - the most popular crops that are loved by domestic gardeners.
Grand Pink
This is a large bush variety, distributed mainly in the Netherlands. She has bright pink flowers with a green center.
In cut flowers can stand for about 2 weeks, and in a cool room they retain their freshness and up to 30 days. In this regard, Chrysanthemum Grand is grown to a greater extent to create bouquets.
Chamomile
This variety does not require special attention and care. It is characterized by early flowering, rapid growth, not picky about conditions and care. The flowers of the variety are painted in an unusual red-orange color. There are white specimens.
The bush grows to a height of 55 centimeters. The opened flowers have a diameter of 6.5 centimeters.
Baltic (Zembla)
This white spray chrysanthemum is the most common crop among gardeners. The height of an unpretentious plant is up to 70 cm. Chrysanthemum of this variety is good for cutting. Often it is grown in pots. The spherical buds are large.
In cut flowers can stand for about three weeks. In addition to flowers of a white hue, cream, yellow, orange and pink specimens are found.
Saba
This is a bush flowering plant that has carved, dense leaves with longitudinal deep grooves. Saba is one of the brightest representatives among bush chrysanthemums. This is due to its white-burgundy flowers, which have surprisingly beautiful tubular petals.
The height of the bush is 110 cm, flowers with a diameter of about 10 cm.
Mona Lisa
Shrub chrysanthemums of this variety look good both singly and in flower arrangements with other plants.
- Mona Lisa pink is a chrysanthemum with a medium late flowering period. The height of the bush is 170 cm. Flowers (diameter - 7 cm) are lilac-pink, with a middle of green color.
- Mona Lisa is white. The height of the bush is 170 cm. The diameter of white flowers with a green center is up to 8 cm.
- Mona Lisa Cream. The height of the bush is 170 cm. Lemon-colored flowers with a green center have a diameter of 6-8 cm.
Green chrysanthemums
Shrub chrysanthemums with green flowers are also original. They give the flower garden amazing freshness. In total there are several varieties.
- Santini Palm Gri - pompous inflorescences with bright green flowers.
- Galiaro Zelenaya is a chrysanthemum that has decorative value due to the needle-shaped flowers of an unusual green hue.
- Green Lizard - bush height is 130 cm, flowers - 6-7 cm in diameter.
- Eagle Owl Green - bushy light green chrysanthemum with spherical buds.
- Yoko Ono is a chrysanthemum named after an artist from Japan. On the bush there are lush pom-poms (diameter - 3 cm). It blooms only in early November.
Bush chrysanthemum in a pot: care
A flowering indoor plant with a lush crown on straight stems has a height of 20-40 cm. The multicotyledon leaves are light green, up to 7-8 cm long. The inflorescences are large baskets (5-7 cm in diameter). Coloring of flowers is the most diverse: pink, yellow, brown, orange, etc. The duration of flowering is up to 2 months.
The flower is unpretentious to conditions and care. But the chrysanthemum loves coolness and fresh air. Heat is unacceptable to her: it ceases to bloom and withers. Without light, the buds may not open.
To obtain large chrysanthemum flowers, it is necessary to properly form the plant. To do this, pluck the first bud, after which new lateral shoots grow.
Soil is a mixture of sand with sod and humus soil. If you add bird droppings to it, the plant will bloom even better.
Bouquets of Chrysanthemums
When creating bouquets of chrysanthemums, for example, for a wedding ceremony, they usually refer to the meaning of the shades of their flowers:
- A bouquet with white flowers symbolizes the vulnerability, purity, innocence and tenderness of the bride (in this case, it is bushy white chrysanthemum that is perfect).
- The presence of blue shades in the bouquet means carefree, light and fun relationship with a loved one.
- Yellow symbolizes the cheerful mood present between the newlyweds.
- Pink - girlhood, tenderness and easy temper.
- Purple and lilac emphasize the originality and unique style of the bride.
- The red color is maturity and old age, but also romance along with well-being.
Bouquets of spray chrysanthemums and roses
Chrysanthemum is a flower native to China. It conveys the kindness and purity of the heart, carries vital energy. Therefore, it can be given for any reason.
Florists often use these flowers to create bouquets, as they remain attractive for quite some time even after the celebration. Particularly ideal is a chrysanthemum for events held in winter. This flower is perfectly adapted to the cold season.
An excellent combination of white and yellow chrysanthemums, pale lilac and bright red. A bouquet of spray roses and chrysanthemums is one of the best options. Tenderness and brightness are the most bewitching combination. Snow-white chrysanthemums and yellow roses are delightful in one bouquet.
Reviews
Gardeners love this plant for its unpretentiousness, for its high resistance to diseases, for the beauty of flowers of various shades, for the vitality and pleasant delicate aroma emanating from its flowers and leaves. Reviews about this plant are the most flattering and positive. Particularly pleased with the shrubs are undersized, which are great for decorating any corner of the garden. Minor disadvantages of this plant, according to gardeners, are the difficult tolerance of heat (indoor plants) and the late start of its flowering in the garden is the end of summer. But these are not the worst scores.
With the relatively low price of spray chrysanthemum, the bouquet of it is gorgeous and has a wonderful delicate aroma of fresh herbs. These flowers are the most persistent when cut, as well as the most delicate and attractive.
Finally
For those wishing to live a happy and long life, oriental wisdom advises growing chrysanthemums. According to one Chinese legend, once a white dragon wanted to encroach on the sun itself. With his claws and teeth, he tore it. Sparks from the sun, falling to the ground, immediately turned into yellow flowers. These were chrysanthemums.
They are depicted on the Japanese coat of arms, as well as on seals and coins. Asians from the flowers of this plant prepare salads and cakes. And as a garden plant, chrysanthemum has been known for about three thousand years. And today, interest in her continues to grow.