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Decorativeness is what attracts florists in the varieties of clematis. They belong to the type of vines and are great for vertical gardening. Clematis Omoshiro has amazingly beautiful inflorescences, unpretentious to growing conditions. The variety will not only decorate and decorate the site, but can also bring practical benefits. The characteristics of the Omoshiro vine are ideal for Russian regions with areas of risky farming.
Description of Clematis Omoshiro
Vines are distinguished by long shoots. These are climbing plants that serve as decorative gardeners on the site. The braiding stem can be guided in the desired direction. The popular name of the plant is clematis. The structure of clematis has its own characteristics. The vine has strong leaf petioles, with the help of which it can be held even on a vertical vertical plane. The length of the shoots of Omoshiro clematis reaches 2-3 m. Flowers are considered the main advantage of any variety of vines.
The Japanese species have petals of a pale pink color, the shade of which changes closer to the edge. The tips are most often pale lilac or pink-purple in color. This gives the Omoshiro clematis flowers a special touch, and the wavy edges create an original shape. The diameter of the flowers is 14-18 cm, the number of petals is 6-8 pieces, the stamens on the threads are cream-colored with violet-red anthers. The Omoshiro variety blooms in May-June and August-September. In the second period, flowering is slightly weaker.
Russian flower growers have been growing the variety since the end of the 19th century. By decorating the site with a climbing plant, you can give it a very aesthetic look. Clematis is used for:
- marking the boundaries of the territory (only with supports);
- decorating unsightly buildings, walls or facades;
- shading of gazebos, terraces, balconies;
- creating arches, pergolas;
- framed by rock gardens.
With proper care, the variety looks very impressive. Photo and description of the variety help gardeners to properly care for Omoshiro clematis.
Clematis trimming group Omoshiro
Omoshiro belongs to the third group of varietal vines pruning. The difference between such clematis is the ability to form flowers on the shoots of the current year. For the winter, the branches are cut in one of the options:
- to the first sheet (present);
- to the kidney, the most developed;
- 20-30 cm from the soil surface.
Gardeners note the advantages of pruning clematis of 3 groups:
- Minimum investment of time. You can cut off all the shoots quickly, so such an autumn event does not violate the schedule for preparing the garden for winter.
- It is convenient to build a shelter for the root zone of Omoshiro clematis.
- You do not need to waste energy, material and time to preserve the long branches of clematis.
Planting and caring for Omoshiro clematis
Saplings are planted in spring and autumn. Gardeners do not give an unambiguous answer to the question of the best time. Although planting in spring makes it possible for the liana to prepare for winter - to form a powerful root system and develop resistance to diseases. When choosing a landing date, you should consider:
- Region. In areas of the southern and central regions, you can start planting very early. And gardeners of the northern regions should wait until the end of April or the beginning of May. In these regions, the autumn planting of the Omoshiro variety is not recommended. Climatic conditions will not allow plants to properly prepare for winter.
- Root system category. If clematis Omoshiro with OKS is purchased, then it must be planted quickly. Seedlings in containers can be grown on the balcony or windowsill until the desired time.
Additional nuances of planting clematis Omoshiro:
- The spring planting should not be later than the end of May. Otherwise, the plant will not have time to adapt. It is also not recommended to plant a variety earlier than mid-April so that the seedlings do not fall under return frosts.
- Summer planting of the Omoshiro variety is undesirable.
- In autumn, the last time for planting Omoshiro liana is 1-1.5 months before the onset of frost. The deadline is early October. Then clematis must be covered for the winter.
According to the description of the Omoshiro clematis variety, the place for the creeper is chosen well-lit and windless. Shade greatly reduces flowering, and strong winds can break shoots and cut flowers. Do not plant clematis near the roof so that water does not flow onto it, or in the lowlands. Omoshiro definitely needs support.
The soil is prepared fertile, alkaline, well structured.
Stages of planting clematis Omoshiro:
- Digging a hole for one plant - 60x60x60 cm.For group planting, dig a trench 60x60 cm.The bushes are placed at a distance of 1.5 m from each other.
- Laying the drainage layer to the bottom. Expanded clay, crushed stone, broken brick will do. Layer thickness 15 cm.
- Then a mound of fertile land is poured. A seedling is installed on it, the roots are straightened.
- The root collar should be at ground level or slightly recessed.
- Fill up a hole or trench, compacting the ground a little.
- Water abundantly on clematis, shade.
The stages of caring for a vine consist of the usual activities for a gardener:
- Watering... Omoshiro is picky about his schedule. The liana needs to be watered abundantly during the period of active growth. Completeness and timeliness are the main requirements of clematis for watering. Too frequent watering is not needed, it is enough not to allow the soil to completely dry out.
- Top dressing... Liana, planted last year, is fed 4 times during the growing season, always after watering. You can use organic and mineral compounds, alternating between them. In the spring, plants are watered with milk of lime (200 g per 10 liters of water). In summer, clematis Omoshiro is watered once a month with a solution of potassium permanganate or boric acid in a ratio of 2 g per 10 liters of water. During the flowering period, feeding is stopped.
- Weeding... Weeds can reduce the amount of moisture and nutrition for the vine. The root zone of the Omoshiro variety clematis should be weeded and mulched regularly.
- Pruning... They begin to cut Omoshiro clematis according to the rules in the third year of the growing season. Until that time, the seedlings of any group are cut equally. Before the onset of cold weather, shoots are completely removed up to one bud. Thus, the plant stimulates the awakening of dormant buds, and the number of lashes increases. If a slight increase is observed in the second year, then the cardinal pruning of the Omoshiro variety is repeated.
- At the beginning of summer, pinching is done... For varieties of the third group, the first time the pinching is performed at a height of 10-15 cm from the soil surface. Then repeat when the shoots grow to 20-30 cm, the third and final time - at a height of 40-50 cm.Important! Pruning of the Omoshiro variety must be carried out with a sharply sharpened and disinfected tool.
- Transfer... The peak of decorativeness occurs at the age of clematis from 3 to 7 years. Then the interlacing of the roots leads to an increase in the need for watering and nutrition. Therefore, once every 7 years, Omoshiro is rejuvenated.
Another important activity is preparation for the winter period.
Preparing for winter
The Omoshiro variety can withstand frosts down to -23 ° C, so shelter is necessary for it. It is important to carefully cover the soil around the roots. If this is not done, then waterlogging of the soil will occur in the spring. With night frosts, the water freezes and the ice damages the roots. Clematis begins to cover at the end of October. To do this, use the earth, weathered peat. Additionally, a layer of spruce branches is laid.
In the spring, the shelter is gradually removed.
Reproduction
The main methods of breeding clematis of the Omoshiro variety:
- Cuttings... The most common option. It is better not to use the tops of the shoots - they take root worse. Green and lignified cuttings are suitable for rooting.
- Layers... Ideal for beginners. All rooted layers retain varietal characteristics.
- By dividing the bush... The event is scheduled for autumn - September. At this time, clematis tolerates it better.
Hybrids are not propagated by seeds; in this case, varietal characteristics are not preserved.
Diseases and pests
The main diseases that can appear on the clematis bush of the Omoshiro variety are fungal infections, gray rot, leaf spot, powdery mildew. In case of fungal infections and gray rot, the diseased parts are removed and clematis is treated with a Fundazole solution. Copper sulfate removes the rest of the problems of the Omoshiro variety.
Pests - nematodes, slugs, snails, spider mites. The main focus should be on pest prevention. For attacks, appropriate drugs are used.
Conclusion
Clematis Omoshiro is a large Japanese cultivar with a beautiful flowering. Following the recommendations for growing vines guarantees gardeners an effective decoration of the site.
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