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Common aquilegia (Latin Aquilegia vulgaris) - a flowering plant belonging to the genus Aquilegia, belonging to the Buttercup family. Is a native of the western regions of Europe. In nature, it is most often found in meadows, mountains and forest areas. In Russia, the plant grows along the eastern bank of the Volga River. The species, actively used in horticulture, is loved by gardeners and flower growers for its unusual shape, bright color and variety of varieties.
Characteristics of culture
Common aquilegia is represented by plants that do not exceed 80-90 cm in height, and during the growth process form sprawling semi-bushes, above which rise flowers attractive in shape and color, reaching a diameter of 3-5 cm. a corolla, and petals, curling up into bags that collect water (raindrops or dew). Due to this unusual structure and the ability of flowers to retain water, this plant is called a catchment.
Foliage, enveloping thin stems, triple-dissected, with a bluish tint. The flowering of the species in question is observed in early - mid-summer. Aquilegia ordinary belongs to the winter-hardy species, with a snow cover, the plant can withstand temperatures down to -35C, which makes it possible to grow the plant in regions with cold winters. This species is actively used by breeders to develop new varieties. On sale you can find both simple varieties and terry. The latter are very popular among gardeners.
The flowers of the main species are blue, and the color of the varietal groups is numerous - pink, lilac, purple and white. Some of them are equipped with a long spur, some are devoid of them, but this is in no way reflected in the appearance of the plant. All varieties of aquilegia ordinary are divided into several large groups, they differ in size and shape of flowers, color of foliage and degree of resistance to unfavorable climatic conditions. Low-growing varieties are also present in the culture, which are ideal for decorating rocky gardens, including rockeries and alpine hills.
Popular varieties
Among the varieties used for landscaping personal backyards and summer cottages, the following varieties are most popular:
* Silver Age - characterized by green foliage with a whitish edge and lilac-pink flowers.
* Grennis Bonnet - attractive for its double pinkish-purple flowers.
* Flore Pleno Black - the variety is distinguished by large bushes, over which red flowers flaunt.
* Woodside Double - the variety is characterized by purple-bluish double flowers.
* Winky - the variety boasts voluminous undersized bushes with purple flowers with a whitish tint. This type is used as a garden and pot culture.
* Peachy Woodside - the variety is represented by rather tall plants, forming yellowish foliage and pinkish flowers with a peach tint.
Use in the garden
The ways of using ordinary aquilegia are diverse. The advantage of plants is that plants can be cultivated in one place for 5-6 years, after which they need to be transplanted to a new site. Otherwise, aquilegia will often begin to hurt and be attacked by pests, and the abundance of flowering will also decrease. In the garden, aquilegia ordinary and its many varieties can be planted along the garden paths against the backdrop of coniferous bushes and trees.
Landing near an artificial and natural reservoir is not prohibited. Low-growing varieties are suitable not only for decorating rocky gardens, but also for decorating borders and flower beds. Tall varieties can be planted near outbuildings and terraces. Varieties that form medium-sized bushes during growth are appropriate in other types of flower beds in alliance with flowering perennials and ornamental plants.
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