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Tuberose cotton wool (lat. Asclepias tuberosa) - a representative of the small genus Vatochnik, which belongs to the Kutrovy family. A decorative look, suitable for decorating personal backyards and recreation areas of large city parks.
Characteristics of culture
Tuberous vatnik is represented by perennial herbaceous plants no more than 70-80 cm in height, endowed with branched stems, abundantly crowned with opposite, wide lanceolate or, on the contrary, elongated foliage. The foliage, in turn, is green or dark green, covered with short, soft hairs over the entire surface.
The flowers are small, orange or orange-red, very attractive, fragrant, look harmoniously against the background of lush green foliage. Flowers, like other representatives of the genus, are collected in umbrella-shaped inflorescences that adorn the garden from the first or second decade of July until the onset of autumn frosts.
It is worth noting that tuberose willow is actively involved in breeding work. To date, many interesting varieties have been obtained, which differ not only in the shade of flowers, the abundance of flowering and the splendor of the inflorescences, but also in size. For example, the Guy Butterfly mix boasts a variety of flower shades (mixes include orange, red, yellow). He is also characterized by a short stature - only 50-60 cm.
Tuberous vatnik belongs to the category of frost-resistant crops, but in Central Russia for the winter it is recommended to cover it with spruce branches or a layer of fallen leaves. With the arrival of heat, it is important to immediately remove the insulating layer, otherwise it will not be possible to avoid podoprevanie and, as a result, decay and various diseases, which, if untimely intervention, can cause death.
Use in the garden
Tuberous vatnik, along with other representatives of the genus, is not yet actively used as an ornamental culture in personal backyard plots, and in vain! The plant looks very original, especially in group plantings. Plus, it gives the garden and its surroundings an amazing scent. Despite the active growth and the possibility of the formation of whole clumps, tuberose vatnik accepts some neighbors, for example, echinacea, tall bells and meadows.
Growing features
Tuberose vatochnik can hardly be called a whimsical culture, however, some requirements for active growth and abundant flowering should still be observed. It is preferable to plant plants in well-lit, open and heated areas, but in no case in the shade. Also, the cotton wool will not tolerate areas with stagnant cold air and places where melt water or precipitation accumulates.
Soils for successful cultivation are desirable loose, moderately moist, nutritious, loamy, with a slightly acidic pH. Too poor, saline, waterlogged, heavy clayey and highly acidic soils are not suitable for growing any representatives of the genus, including tuberous wool.
It is worth noting that tuberous wool grows very quickly in a favorable climate and sufficient care, which leads to the formation of whole carpets. If the gardener does not plan to fill the allotted area with cotton wool only, he should limit the growth of the crop by fencing it with a curb. By the way, with good attention, a plant in one place can grow and bloom profusely for over seven years.
Reproduction methods
Tuberous vatnik is propagated by seeds and dividing the bush. The first method is rarely used, since it allows the first inflorescences to be obtained only after 3-4 years. Most often, the plant is propagated vegetatively, that is, by dividing the bush. This manipulation is carried out either in early spring or in August. As a rule, delenki quickly take root and bloom already this summer (when dividing in spring) or next year.
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