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Hydrangea tree-like Magic Pinkerbell is a relatively recently bred flower variety. Despite this, the plant has already become widely applicable in the landscape of gardeners in various countries. The positive qualities of Magic Pinkerbell include rich crimson flowers, large inflorescences and strong shoots. Effective growth and beautiful flowering can be achieved by following the rules of planting and care.
Description of Pinkerbell hydrangea
Hydrangea Magic Pinkerbell is a deciduous perennial shrub that can grow up to 140-150 cm in height. Arborescens magical pinkerbell grows rapidly and blooms in July-September, such as panicle hydrangea. The crown is spherical.
The shoots of the hydrangea are strong, which allows the Magic Pinkerbell to tolerate rainy and windy weather and hold massive inflorescences without severe damage. This variety is one of the most resilient among the pink hydrangeas.
Hydrangea should be purchased in early spring or early September
Hydrangea leaves are shaped like an ellipse or oval. In summer, the foliage becomes light green, and by autumn it turns yellow.
The inflorescences of the flower are large, reaching 20-30 cm in diameter. The receptacle is also large in size, the petals are wide, bright crimson or purple in color. Unlike the large-leaved hydrangea, the color of the petals does not depend on the acidity of the soil.
The scent of hydrangea Magic Pinkerbell is faint, barely perceptible, but pleasant and fresh.
Hydrangea Magical Pinkerbell in landscape design
Hydrangea Magic Pinkerbell is an ornamental plant that is used in lawn landscaping and hedging. The shrub will provide a harmonious appearance for both single and group plantings.
Winter hardiness of hydrangea Magic Pinkerbell
Magic Pinkerbell is classified as a frost-resistant hydrangea - it can survive down to -30 -35 ° C. When classifying areas in terms of winter hardiness, this temperature limit corresponds to zone 3b.
Planting and caring for hydrangea Magic Pinkerbell
Hydrangea tree-like Magical Pinkerbell was not for nothing grown in the royal gardens - it is able to amaze anyone with its beauty. However, this can only be achieved by observing the rules of care and planting.
Selection and preparation of the landing site
Hydrangeas can be grown outdoors or in a pot or container. Regardless of the landing site, the Magic Pinkerbell should be in partial shade.
The soil should be slightly acidified. You should also be wary of calcareous or marshy soil.
For hydrangeas, pits with a diameter and depth of 45-55 cm are suitable. The day before planting, they are thoroughly watered.
It is better to compost or fertilize the soil with peat before planting, especially if the soil is not rich in nutrients and moisture.
An overview of how to plant Magic Pinkerbell seedlings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3YXIBLMqvE
Landing rules
Planting hydrangeas is best organized in early autumn, in warm areas it can be done in spring.
When planting a flower, it is worth making fertilizers such as superphosphate and potassium sulfate. In no case should you add chalk, ash, tree bark or lime, as they will adversely affect the development of the seedling.
Before planting, the shrub is planted in a pot or container so that the root system is completely spread out, and then, together with a lump of earth, is placed in a prepared hole. The flower is covered with fertilized soil, leaving part of the root collar above the soil layer, and watered abundantly. The trunk circle is mulched with sawdust or tree bark.
Watering and feeding
The Magic Pinkerbell is demanding in her choice of water. The liquid must be settled, but not stagnant, otherwise the root system will rot. It should also be at room temperature.
Watering is carried out 1-2 times a week, depending on whether it was raining. 3-5 buckets are poured into each bush.
Water the plant 1-2 times a week with water at room temperature
For a beautiful and effective growth and development, several dressings should be carried out:
- When the kidneys swell, urea is added at the rate of 10 g of substance per 5 liters.
- Organic fertilizers are introduced in the summer.
- When plants budding, the soil is loosened, fertilized with potassium sulfate and superphosphate, and watered so that water does not fall on the buds and leaves.
- When foliage falls, the plant is given mineral fertilizers.
Pruning hydrangea tree Magical Pinkerbell
The pruning process is necessary as the flower is actively growing. It is usually held in the fall. Throughout the entire growing process, sanitary pruning is carried out - old dried branches and inflorescences are removed.
In addition, stems older than 4 years are cut off. The shrub is thinned out, removing weak shoots.
In the last turn, all shoots are shortened to 6-8 buds, except for the stems of the current year.
Preparing for winter
Hydrangea Magic Pinkerbell will not be able to give lush inflorescences if it freezes in the winter. Therefore, it should be prepared for winter. To do this, remove thinned shoots and branches, "looking" to the center of the bush. The fallen leaves are collected.
The branches of the bush are divided into parts and bent to the ground, fixed with a wire. A non-woven cloth is placed on top of the plant, sprinkled with dry leaves, and then covered with film and heavy material so that the shelter is not blown away by a strong frosty wind.
Reproduction
Gardeners consider one of the most effective breeding methods to use cuttings. In this case, when young stems appear, cuttings should be cut no more than 10 cm in length, the cut must be lubricated with a growth stimulator, and after the planting material is placed in a greenhouse or greenhouse. When the shrubs get stronger, they are planted in a permanent place.
You can also use the layering method for propagation. In the spring, they dig and level the soil near the shrub, and then furrows are created in this area, the shoots of the first year are placed in them and covered with soil. When the stems grow to 50-55 cm, the layers are separated from the mother bush and planted.
In addition to cuttings and propagation by layering, dividing the bush is common among gardeners. The hydrangea is dug up and divided into parts so as to slightly damage the root system. Daughter shrubs are planted separately from each other.
Diseases and pests
Among the diseases of the hydrangea tree, diseases are distinguished due to:
- impaired metabolism;
- fungus;
- virus.
In case of metabolic disorders, black spots on the leaves and their dropping, wet blackening and chlorosis may appear. All these diseases arise due to non-observance of the rules for caring for the plant, therefore, for prevention, it is important to properly organize the cultivation of the bush.
Gray rot is a fungal disease in which foliage is soft and watery with the formation of various depressions. The diseased parts of the bush are removed, and the planting is subjected to Fundazol treatment.
Gray rot is difficult to treat
With peronosporosis, yellow and green greasy spots appear, which may darken over time. In this case, Magic Pinkerbell should be treated with a soapy solution with the addition of copper sulfate.
Powdery mildew appears with yellow and green spots on the leaves, a gray bloom forms on the underside, the shrub withers. Hydrangea is sprayed with Fitosporin-B, Topaz and Skor.
The symptom of septoria is spots that are light in the center and darken towards the periphery of the leaf. In this case, the plant is treated with copper sulfate.
Waterlogging and excess nitrogen fertilizers are a factor contributing to the development of the disease
Ring spot is expressed as ring-shaped spots. There is no cure for this disease; diseased bushes are removed and burned to prevent the spread of the virus.
Insects such as rootworm, aphids and spider mites will be dangerous for hydrangeas.
If a spider web of small thickness appears between the leaf and the stem, then it was struck by a spider mite. Kleschevit, Fitoverm, Taurus, Neoron and others are considered effective in the fight against this pest.
Leaf aphids suck the sap out of the foliage, causing it to dry out. In this case, the bushes are treated with soapy water. In a neglected situation, you can apply "Fitoverm", "Iskra", "Zubr" and others.
The defeat of the rootworm nematode leads to the drying out of the hydrangea. At the same time, the roots are covered with galls. In the treatment helps "Bassamil", "Nematorin" or "Nematofagin BT".
Conclusion
Hydrangea tree Magical Pinkerbell is a beautiful plant that has won the love of gardeners in the seedling market for several years. The reason for this was the large inflorescences and resistance to inclement weather with wind and rain. No wonder that among people who grow flowers, another name for the bush is also common - the violet sun.
