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Chrysanthemum Antonov is a perennial herb from the Astrov family used in gardening and floristry. The Antonov variety was bred by Dutch breeders. Florists very often order these flowers for their shows at exhibitions. Two-tone Antonov will become the highlight of the bouquet, diversifying the assortment of the flower pavilion.
Features of growing a single-headed chrysanthemum Antonov
Chrysanthemum Antonov is called single-headed, because it has a very lush single bud, which looks like a hat with a double dome. The culture will fit perfectly into any flower bed. Chrysanthemum white Antonov (pictured) will be a good neighbor for other varieties.
When grown at home, the most preferred place for chrysanthemums is on the east or west windowsill.
When placed on south-facing windows, the plant needs shade to prevent sunburn. Those who grow crops on the north window should provide additional lighting for the chrysanthemum.
With proper care, the Antonov chrysanthemum blooms from August to mid-autumn. After that, she must be given complete rest.
Planting chrysanthemum Antonov
Chrysanthemum Antonov prefers sunny places with little shading. If you plant a culture in an area with too much shade, it will lose most of its decorative qualities, and the bud will not be too large and lush. It is preferable to choose flat places where there are no drafts and stagnant water.
Preparation of soil and planting capacity
Chrysanthemum Antonov loves loose loamy soil with a neutral pH. Shortly before planting, it is recommended to fertilize the soil with phosphorus and potash complexes, as well as a small amount of wood ash and rotted manure (compost).
Preparation of planting material
Chrysanthemum white Antonov can be planted both in spring and autumn. In the case of a September planting, the plant needs to be rid of the peduncles (up to the middle of the stem), which take away the nutrients and forces necessary for full rooting and adaptation. The optimal planting date for chrysanthemums is the period from the beginning to mid-September. Plants planted in spring have a better chance of surviving the cold season. When choosing planting material, you need to make a visual inspection of chrysanthemums for the presence of parasites and diseases. A healthy specimen should have a green, living stem with young shoots.
It is strongly discouraged to buy flowering seedlings, as they may die during transportation or transplanting to the garden area.
Landing rules
For planting flowers, holes are prepared in advance, the gap between them should be at least 35 cm. The depth of the root system varies in the range from 19 to 26 cm. A layer of expanded clay with an admixture of coarse sand is placed on the bottom of the hole. This step prevents moisture stagnation and root decay.After planting, the roots of the plant must be sprinkled with ordinary garden soil and a little crush the soil, and then watered abundantly using warm, settled water.
To transplant chrysanthemum Antonov, you must first moisten the soil, then remove the earthen lump with the root system from the soil
Chrysanthemum care Antonov
A beautifully flowering plant requires minimal maintenance: periodic weeding, loosening the soil and removing weeds. Chrysanthemum Antonov needs to mulch the soil with peat or straw. After the flowering of the shrub, the stems are cut at a distance of 5-6 cm from the ground level. The hemp is provided by a high mound of garden soil in combination with rotted manure, as well as a shelter from spruce branches and sawdust. Unstable stems require a mandatory garter.
The process of tying to stakes is very laborious, besides, because of it, the decorative qualities of the shrub are reduced
Optimal growing conditions
Chrysanthemum Antonov prefers an open space with an abundance of sunlight throughout the day. The culture is considered very unpretentious, it can be grown both in greenhouse conditions and in flower beds and garden plots in the open field. The impressive dimensions of the shrub and the considerable height (up to a meter in length and more) make it difficult to cultivate chrysanthemums on loggias and balconies. It is better to place them in places where there is no strong wind that can harm the culture.
Temperatures above 30 C ° are dangerous for chrysanthemums, but it tolerates the first autumn frosts.
Drought adversely affects the setting of flower buds, and high humidity in autumn can lead to freezing. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor soil moisture by timely watering the crop during dry periods.
Chrysanthemum watering mode Antonov
The culture needs abundant watering at least three times a week throughout the summer. For watering chrysanthemum Antonov, settled or rainwater is best suited. Care should be taken to ensure that the liquid does not get on the leaves and stems, as it can lead to mold on the inflorescences. Before the onset of cold weather, Antonov's chrysanthemum should be provided with water-charging irrigation (each bush needs at least 4.5 liters of clean water).
Top dressing
It is possible to stimulate the growth of the root system of the Antonov chrysanthemum with the help of special preparations (Kornevin, Zircon, Etamon, Epin). To improve the appearance of the crop, it is recommended to use organic complexes and mineral fertilizers. Chrysanthemum Antonov yellow has a rich range and an unusually spectacular appearance.
To preserve the decorative qualities of the culture, you need to feed it with the onset of autumn.
You can restore strength, increase stress resistance and immunity with the help of potassium-phosphorus fertilizers
Trimming and shaping
Chrysanthemum Antonov, planted this year, does not require pruning before the onset of winter. It is enough to remove the faded inflorescences with a slight capture of the stems (up to 2 cm). The formation of a chrysanthemum bush begins with a cutting. At the initial stage, pinching or pruning is performed while removing the upper part of the rooted cutting. The pinching procedure involves the elimination of only the very tip. Pruning involves cutting off a portion of a young stem that has emerged from the axillary buds. Thanks to this technique, it is possible to reduce the growth rate of the shoot, which will in the best way affect the development of the root system.
The main method of forming a bush is considered to be pinching. If the cutting of Antonov chrysanthemum is not pinched in time, its height growth will quickly stop and the process of flower bud formation will begin, from which only deformed defective inflorescences, which are called "blind buds", can be obtained. After a short period after the first pinching, the following are allowed.The branching of the bush and the number of inflorescences depend on the number of procedures.
Timely pruning of chrysanthemums is needed not only to improve the decorative qualities, but also to prevent various diseases. By reducing the number of damaged, diseased and unnecessary shoots, it is possible to saturate the root system with nutrients and provide Antonov chrysanthemum with a high growth rate. It is easier to care for trimmed specimens and shelter them for the winter from extreme cold.
Diseases and pests of chrysanthemum Antonov
Chrysanthemum Antonov is a culture susceptible to various diseases in case of improper care. The following diseases pose the greatest danger to the plant:
- Gray rot resulting from excess moisture. It manifests itself in the form of brown spots covering the petals, which provokes their decay.
You can fight gray mold with fungicides such as Euparen, Bayleton and Fundazol.
- Powdery mildew looks like a white coating that infects buds and leaves. You can get rid of it only by removing damaged areas, followed by treatment with Bordeaux liquid.
- Verticillosis is a root-borne disease in which the lower leaves turn yellow. The plant can only be saved by spraying with one of the most effective biological products.
- Nematodes infect the leaf plates, as a result of which they become deformed and dark. Damaged leaves must be disposed of.
- Spider mite is considered one of the most dangerous pests.
The mite envelops the back of the leaf plate and sucks out all the nutrients from it
You can only fight it with insecticides. For prevention, it is recommended to remove dust from the leaves with a damp cloth or soft cloth.
Reproduction of chrysanthemum Antonov
The main methods of reproduction of Antonov chrysanthemums are cuttings and dividing the bush.
Only seedlings with three to four developed leaves are suitable for grafting.
Procedure technology:
- Mother chrysanthemum bushes are dug up in the fall and stored in a dark, cool room with a temperature of + 7-8 ° C.
- Excavated bushes need sanding. Until the middle of winter, they need periodic watering.
- Towards the end of February, the plants need to be moved to a room in which the average temperature fluctuates between + 14-15 ° C.
- A sharp garden knife is used to cut the cuttings. It is recommended to leave at least 3 nodes on them for the emergence of shoots, the length should be about 10 cm.
- Before planting in the soil, the cuttings are cleaned of the lower leaves.
The harvested cuttings are planted at temperatures from +19 to +23 ° C in a pre-prepared mixture of soil, sand and humus in a 1: 2: 1 ratio.
The cuttings are covered with a polyethylene film, which is removed after a few weeks (after the seedlings have rooted)
By dividing the bush, only chrysanthemums that have reached the age of three are propagated. The most favorable period is the end of spring or the second half of August.
The seed propagation method is used by experienced breeders. This method is suitable for obtaining new varieties. At home, it will not work to grow Antonov's chrysanthemum from seeds, since there is no guarantee that they will sprout, and the emerging seedlings will inherit the characteristics of the mother plant.
Conclusion
Chrysanthemum Antonov is a popular crop used for landscaping flower beds. With proper care, beautiful shrubs can be grown, but for this it is necessary to create optimal conditions. Antonov's dyed chrysanthemum is a real find for florists. Environmentally friendly paints are used for coloring, so such flowers are not harmful to health. Chrysanthemums are stable after cutting and can stand in water for about three weeks.
