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Many gardeners for a fairly long period of time believe that clematis belongs to exotic plants. Most mistakenly assume that almost all species, including clematis Luther Burbank, are capricious in nature, but this judgment is erroneous. Even a beginner in this business can get a beautiful liana in his own garden. Thanks to a wide assortment range, everyone can choose the right type of clematis.
Description of Clematis Luther Burbank
Clematis of the Luther Burbank variety is classified as a one-color species, as a rule, it is a classic that will never go out of fashion. With the help of this plant, you can decorate not only flower beds, but also a gazebo, terrace, balcony. Abundant flowering, lasts a long time. The advantage is the fact that the plant is practically not susceptible to disease.
Judging by the photo, Clematis Luther Burbank is a vigorous shrub vine that can reach a height of 2.5 to 4 m, in some cases even up to 5 m.Shoots have a red-brown tint. As a rule, up to 10 shoots appear on each bush.
The leaf plate is quite complex, it consists of 3-5 leaves. The flowers open wide and are large in size. For example, the diameter of flowers can vary from 16 to 20 cm. There are only 6 sepals, they have a pointed ellipsoidal shape, wavy along the edges. The color is purple-violet, which fades in summer, and becomes bright at low temperatures.
Anthers are quite large, can be yellow and light yellow. The flowering period lasts from June to September. From 9 to 12 flowers appear on each shoot.
A distinctive feature of the Luther Burbank variety clematis is the fact that it is able to withstand low temperatures down to -30 ° C. In addition, the plant is unpretentious in care, no drainage is required. Cultivation can be done both on fertile lands and on ordinary soil. Clematis grows well in sunny and shaded areas, loves regular watering.
Clematis Pruning Group Luther Burbank
When choosing planting material, it is recommended to pay attention not only to the attractive appearance, level of frost resistance and other characteristics, but also to the pruning group. Clematis Luther Burbank belongs to group 3 pruning. As practice shows, plants of this group are excellent for growing in the central part of Russia. It is important to understand that with this group, the plant must be cut completely.
Thanks to this procedure, more and more young shoots will appear on the liana every year, while the root system will be much more developed. In the year of planting, it is recommended to cut the bush completely, which will allow it to take root much better. Pruning is done in the middle of autumn, before the onset of the first frost.
Planting and caring for clematis Luther Burbank
If a decision is made to plant clematis of the Luther Burbank variety, then special attention must be paid to the choice of a suitable place. Despite the fact that liana can grow well in the shade, it is still a light-loving plant.
If there is not enough light, then growth will be slow, as will development in general.Planting a crop in partial shade is allowed only in the Southern regions, since the vines begin to suffer from constantly overheating of the soil. For group planting, it is recommended to maintain a distance of at least 0.5 m.
During growth, watering must be abundant. In addition, it is important to understand that excessive waterlogging of the soil at any time of the year is dangerous for plants. It is recommended to prepare the land for planting in advance. Clematis can grow in one place for 20 years.
Reproduction
Judging by the photo and description, Clematis Luther Burbank can be propagated in several ways:
- dividing the bush - in this case, an adult liana is perfect, the age of which is 5 years and older. Using a sharp cutting object, the root system of the bush is divided into parts, after which each is rooted;
- layering - in the spring, it is necessary to press the shoots to the ground and fix them using staples. After a year, such layers can be separated from the mother bush;
- cuttings - the most popular method used for large-scale breeding of clematis.
If necessary, you can propagate plants at home on your own.
Diseases and pests
All varieties of clematis have a high level of resistance to the appearance of diseases, but at the same time they can be attacked by pests. Most often, the leaf plates and the root system are susceptible to attack - nematodes appear. If these pests were found, it is not recommended to plant vines in this place.
When a spider mite appears, you can see how the color of the leaves changes to a yellow tint, a cobweb appears on them, and the buds dry. Beet aphids suck out all the nutrients from the leaves. In this case, it is necessary to treat the plant with insecticides.
In the fight against parasites, it is advised to use garlic infusion. To do this, add 200 g of garlic to 10 liters of water.
Conclusion
Clematis Luther Burbank belongs to the 3rd group of pruning, as a result of which it is necessary every year to timely remove excess shoots that interfere with the full growth of vines. In addition, it is recommended to carefully examine the bushes, if necessary, remove dry and diseased vines. As practice shows, these procedures do not require a lot of time and effort.
