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English park roses are especially popular with gardeners in many countries. Such a demand for these species is due to their increased resistance to adverse climatic conditions and fungal diseases, long and lush flowering until frost. Among them is the rose "Boscobel", which is distinguished by an unusually beautiful color of the petals. It can be used to decorate parks, squares, as well as home gardens, while it will look organic in any landscape design.
Rose "Boscobel" - a multi-flowering crop variety
Breeding history
This English park rose is a novelty. Rose "Boscobel" first appeared on display for gardeners in 2012. Its originator is the British breeder David Austin. It was he who, more than 50 years ago, created a separate group of types of culture, which he united under the general name "English roses". All varieties included in it were obtained by crossing old varieties with modern hybrid teas and floribunda.
The result is roses that successfully combine the best qualities of both. They possess ancient charm, sophistication, flower shape and aroma, but at the same time they are characterized by lush re-blooming, a varied palette of shades and increased resistance to adverse climatic conditions. And the rose "Boscobel" by David Austin is a confirmation of this, in the catalogs it appears as Austin Boscobel.
Description of the Boscobel rose and characteristics
This variety, like other types of culture, is a representative of the Multicolored family, the genus Rosehip. Rose "Boscobel" is a perennial deciduous shrub, the height of which reaches 120 cm, and the diameter is about 80 cm. The shoots of the plant are erect, strong, flexible. At the same time, they easily withstand the load and do not bend during flowering. Therefore, the rose "Boscobel" does not require additional support.
The bark of young branches is green with a reddish tint on the sunny side; as it matures, it noticeably dims. The shoots of the Boscobel rose are covered with rare small hooked-curved thorns. Leaves are alternate, pinnate. They consist of 5-7 pieces. medium-sized plates attached to one common petiole, at the base of which there is an adherent stipule. The plates have a deep dark green shade with a characteristic shine. They are smooth on both sides.
During the flowering period, the "Boscobel" rose forms a huge number of rounded-pointed buds, which are initially reddish in color. But as the petals open, they acquire a beautiful salmon pink color. The flowers of the Boscobel rose are densely doubled. Each of them consists of 78-80 petals. Initially, they have a cup-shaped shape, but then it turns into a classic one. They form inflorescences of 3-5 pcs. The buds open gradually, giving the impression of continuous flowering throughout the season until frost.
The diameter of flowers in this variety reaches 11 cm
The shade of colors changes depending on the time of day and air temperature. In the sun and in cool weather, the color becomes richly salmon, and in the shade and during the heat - pale pink.
Unlike wild species, the stamens and pistils of the Boscobel rose turn into additional petals, thereby achieving its doubleness. Moreover, the external ones are much larger than the internal ones. When opened, her flowers have a flat shape with a slightly deepened surface.
Like many English roses, Boscobel has a rich, pleasant aroma that can fill every corner of the garden. It successfully combines shades of hawthorn, almond, myrrh and pear.
The flowering of this variety is long and abundant, it occurs in two waves. The first occurs in June and lasts for a month. The second time the rose "Boscobel" is covered with buds in August. The flowering period this time lasts until the onset of frost.
The root system of the shrub is located in the upper layers of the soil. From the root collar, it grows almost horizontally. Therefore, in regions with a harsh climate, this variety needs to be insulated for the winter.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Park rose "Boscobel" has a number of advantages over other species. But she also has weaknesses that need to be paid attention to so that later this does not become an unpleasant surprise.
A seedling of a rose "Boscobel" grows to the size of an adult bush in the second year after planting
The main advantages of the Boscobel rose:
- long, abundant flowering;
- pleasant rich aroma;
- medium resistance to fungal diseases;
- large size of flowers;
- breeds easily;
- has the ability to quickly recover after pruning;
- a small number of thorns;
- suitable for cutting;
- it has high decorative qualities;
- compact bushes;
- frost resistance.
Disadvantages:
- needs regular feeding;
- petals quickly crumble at high air temperatures;
- does not tolerate stagnant moisture in the soil;
- in the rainy season, flowers lose their decorative effect.
Reproduction methods
The fragrant English rose "Boscobel" can be propagated by cuttings and layering. The first method should be used to obtain a large number of seedlings, and the second, when you need to grow 1-2 additional bushes of this variety.
Cuttings should be carried out in May before the first flowering. To do this, you need to cut the lignified shoot into pieces 20 cm long with 2-3 internodes. The lower leaves must be completely removed, and the upper ones must be cut in half in order to maintain sap flow in the tissues.
Then powder the lower cut with a root former and plant the cuttings directly into the ground in a shaded place. To create a favorable microclimate for rooting, they need to be covered with a transparent cap. Young plants can be transplanted to a permanent place only next spring.
Reproduction by layering does not require complex actions. To obtain new seedlings, it is necessary to bury the lower 1-2 shoots by 5-10 cm into the soil at the beginning of summer and pin them so that they do not rise. Only the top should be left on top. In this form, the layers should overwinter. They can be separated from the mother bush only in the next season.
Growing and care
For the Boscobel rose, you need to choose a sunny, open place with a slight shade at midday, and protected from drafts. For this variety, it is necessary that the soil is rich in organic matter and has good moisture and air permeability. In this case, the level of occurrence of groundwater on the site must be at least 1 m, otherwise the rose will eventually die.
When planting, the root collar must be buried 2 cm into the soil.
This variety is picky about care. To obtain maximum decorativeness, it is necessary to regularly water when the top layer of the earth dries up to a depth of 5 cm. To do this, use settled water with a temperature of +20 degrees.In this case, it is important that moisture does not get on the leaves.
Also rose "Boscobel" needs feeding at least 3 times per season. In the spring, during the active growing season, it must be fertilized with organic matter (chicken droppings 1:15) or nitroamofos (30 g per 10 l of water). The second and third time - during the formation of buds. During this period, it is necessary to reduce the amount of nitrogen, therefore, 40 g superphosphate and potassium sulfate (20 g per 10 l of water) should be used.
The soil at the base of the shrub must be constantly loosened and weeds removed throughout the season. During the heat, the root circle should be covered with mulch with a layer of 3 cm. To do this, you can use pine bark, which will retain moisture in the soil.
Rose "Boscobel" needs regular pruning. In the spring, pruned shoots and broken branches should be pruned. In the summer, shaping pruning should be carried out, shortening the tops that are knocked out of the total mass. Also during this period, it is necessary to regularly remove wilted inflorescences so that they do not waste the vitality of the plant. In autumn, you should cut out old shoots, leaving no more than 7 pieces.
For the winter in the central and northern regions, the root system of the bush should be covered with a layer of straw 10-15 cm thick. Also, in the case of a severe snowless winter, it is necessary to additionally make a wooden frame to the height of a rose and wrap it with agrofiber. Shelter should be removed in early spring, without waiting for heat, so that the shoots do not spill out at the base.
Pests and diseases
Rose "Boscobel" shows high resistance to diseases and pests. But if the growing conditions do not match, its immunity decreases.
Possible problems:
- Powdery mildew... It is characterized by a white bloom on the leaves, which interferes with photosynthesis. The disease causes premature leaf fall and interferes with full flowering. For treatment, Topaz should be used.
- Black spot... The disease develops during the period of prolonged rains. It is characterized by black dots on the leaves that gradually increase in size. As a result, the shoots are completely bare, which negatively affects the decorative effect of the shrub. For treatment, you should use the fungicide "Skor".
- Aphid... The pest feeds on the sap of young leaves and shoots. Forms whole colonies that can be found on the tops of branches and on the back of leaves. For the fight you should use "Actellik".
Application in landscape design
Rose "Boscobel" is in great demand among landscape designers. Its compact, upright bushes look great in single compositions against the background of a green lawn, as well as in multi-level compositions. Rose "Boscobel" is suitable for creating flowering hedges and mixborders.
The beauty of this variety can be successfully emphasized by conifers and other decorative deciduous shrubs.
You can clearly see the beauty of the Boscobel rose in the proposed video:
The best neighbors for a rose can be:
- sage;
- cat mint;
- cuff;
- lavender.
A boxwood border can successfully cover the bare shoots of the Boscobel rose below
Conclusion
Rosa Boscobel is a spectacular variety with an unusual color of flowers, which will organically look at the entrance to the gazebo, in the center of the flower bed and as a tapeworm. At the same time, it is distinguished by high frost resistance, which makes it possible to grow it in regions with a harsh climate. Thanks to these qualities, many gardeners prefer it, despite the high cost of the bushes, compared to other species.
