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Rose Aloha is a climbing rose variety with lush buds and a persistent variegated apricot-pink color. The plant has high winter hardiness and a relatively strong immunity to insects and flower diseases. Bushes of this variety, with proper care, tolerate poor soils and are ready to stand in the cut for a long time.
Breeding history
The breeding history of the Aloha variety goes back decades. The first version of the hybrid was released in 1949. Its appearance was due to American gardeners. In Europe, roses from the United States are not popular - a local analogue was bred in Germany.
The preparation of the plant and the development of hybrids of the new Aloha was carried out by a popular company specializing in the selection and production of roses - "Wilhelm Cordes and Sons". The result was ready by 2003 - Alohu was registered as a new variety. In the official list, the variety has several names:
- Aloha;
- Kordes Rose Aloha;
- Aloha Hawaii;
- Korwesrug.
Both varieties, bred in 1949 and 2003, belong to climbers - roses with large inflorescences, tough shoots and repeated flowering throughout the warm season. The main difference between the two hybrids is the color and shape of the bud. The old version of Aloha has a delicate pink color of petals, a cupped or rounded shape.
Description and characteristics of the climbing rose variety Aloha
Aloha of 2003 differs from its predecessor primarily in appearance. From orange-yellow inflorescences bloom large bright buds of a classic shape, reminiscent of Bourbon. The average size of a rose is 8-10 cm. The color of the grown flowers is variegated, two-colored: it contains an apricot shade.
The Aloha plant as a whole is a rose bushes with a height of 2.5 to 3 m. The width reaches 2 m. The foliage is smooth, dense and dense, has a bright green color. The shoots are stiff and have a lot of thorns. The aroma of the flowers is pleasant, intense, contains fruity notes. The plant is ready to stand for a long time in the cut, it can delight the eye of the owner of the house.
The variety develops continuously throughout the summer season: on average, from May to September. Due to the gradual and sequential opening of the buds, the flowering periods are difficult to distinguish. This characteristic makes Aloha a frequent guest of landscape design projects. Roses throughout the warm period delight the eyes of the owner of the site, without losing their colorfulness.
The rose is propagated by cuttings. All the qualities inherent in the Aloha variety will be preserved under the condition of vegetative transplantation of the plant. Usually, strong resistant bushes become donors after the first wave of flowering.
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Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The Aloha rose variety has many characteristics to consider when planting in your garden. First of all, it is important to note the advantages of the variety:
- A long, smooth and abundant flowering period allows Aloha to be called a truly ornamental plant. Its variegated buds can delight the owner with beauty and smell all summer long.
- Unpretentiousness of roses and high resistance to diseases and pests. Aloha is not afraid of black spot and insects, but if not properly cared for, it can be subject to ailments.
- Winter hardiness. Aloha in a well-designed shelter experiences cold temperatures down to -8 degrees.
But Aloha also has disadvantages regarding both her main function - decorativeness, and plant care.
- Sufficiently large and heavy flowers often sag under their own weight, losing their climbing ability. For the variety to serve as a good decor, it is important to carefully support and strengthen the plant.
- The need to take care of the soil. The rose is unpretentious and resistant to disease, but requires careful care of the land for its steadfastness. Thanks to the fertilization of the soil, once every 2-3 weeks, Aloha is able to grow regularly and not cause trouble for the gardener.
- Due to the large number of thorns, roses are inconvenient to transplant, cut, wrap up for the winter.
Even the need for fertilization should not frighten off an experienced and inquisitive gardener who wants to decorate the site. Aloha rose is truly worth the effort it takes to grow it, and it comes with relatively little hassle.
Growing and care
Fertile soil is a basic requirement for a rich and healthy flowering of the Aloha variety. To achieve the maximum effect from an ornamental plant, it is important to comply with all the conditions for planting a bush. It is worth giving the characteristics of the optimal environment for growing roses.
- A thoroughly sunlit area. The best position for Aloha is the northeastern side of the garden, away from tall objects. Roses love light, but in the evening they prefer shading. A good way to provide the plant with sun protection is to crown the trees.
- Lack of drafts and strong winds. Roses prefer to grow in calm areas, and harsh gusts of air can cause aloha to grow poorly.
- Nutrient provision in full. Aloha is a large bush, so it is difficult for the necessary minerals to reach the appendages. Fertilization is an integral part of cultivating a variety.
If a suitable piece of land does not have a nutritious soil, then it is worth resorting to a complete replacement of the soil. All inappropriate soil must be removed from the 50x50x50 cm pit. This seat is filled with fertile imported black soil.
Aloha even endures harsh Siberian winters: the snow cover acts as an additional protection for the delicate rose
If it is not possible to bring the soil, the land is prepared for planting by adding some ingredients. To improve the condition of the soil will help:
- Clay;
- Humus;
- Superphosphate;
- Potassium salt.
It is the preparation of the soil for Alohi to live in it that will allow not resorting to fertilization for the next 2-3 years. The period from planting to full germination is the most important for the future state of the rose. As the bushes grow, the need for additional fertilization and maintenance becomes less.
The planting hole should be at least 30x30x30 cm in size. Planting takes place from April to May, or in the fall - in September and October. In the first year of Aloha's life, it is necessary to ensure the full rooting of the bushes. For this, the initially appearing rosebuds are removed, which helps to improve the nutrition of the root system.
Watering the bushes is carried out abundantly, but rarely. Young seedlings require water once every 10 days, adults are content with moisturizing every 15-20 days. In extreme heat, the intervals between watering are reduced. The amount of liquid varies depending on the size of the plant. For large roses - 3-4 buckets, for small ones - up to 10 liters.
In addition, the Aloha rose requires regular loosening of the soil, getting rid of weeds, pruning shoots and preventing possible diseases. Removal of the buds that appeared in the spring is carried out depending on the goals of the formation of the bush.
- Heavy pruning is essential to rejuvenate wilted shrubs.
- Medium is produced to ensure abundant and early flowering.
- Low pruning is used during summer to remove old buds.
In order for Aloha to endure the winter, it is not necessary to cover it - frost resistance reaches -8 degrees without additional protection. It is worth taking care of the preservation of flowers only in severe frosts. In the onset of cold weather, it is important to cut the bushes and huddle the plant. A frame is erected around the rose, which is covered with material to calmly wait for the warm period.With the arrival of spring, Aloha is gradually ventilated - the side walls of the protective structure open.
Feeding roses depends on the season: in the spring Aloha needs nitrogen, in the summer - phosphorus and potassium
Pests and diseases
Some gardeners note the susceptibility of the Aloha rose to attack:
- Spider mites;
- Black spot;
- Rust;
- Powdery mildew;
- Aphids;
- Sawflies;
- Leaf roll.
This can only happen if all the necessary preventive and care measures are not followed. Otherwise, the rose is unpretentious, does not respond to ailments. Aloha has strong immunity and prefers not to be capricious if its gardener responsibly observes all the requirements and carefully fertilizes the plant.
Application in landscape design
Aloha can decorate the site by itself without additional processing: its bright green foliage with an unusual color of flowers looks favorably in its pure form. Large delicate buds with a pleasant fruity scent will be an excellent decoration for any area. The rose is in perfect harmony with arches and columns. Structures are entwined with shoots and acquire natural beauty. Thanks to the climbing nature of the shoots, the rose effectively overgrows any frames, becoming a hedge or a small decoration. Vertical landscaping also helps to hide imperfections on the walls of buildings.
Conclusion
The Aloha climbing rose evokes positive reviews from most gardeners, the photo and description of the grown plant gives them a reason to be proud of their garden. Most connoisseurs of flowers confirm the unpretentiousness and convenience of the variety in care. Delicate and fragrant, the rose will delight any summer resident who is in love with the beauty of nature and wants to make the site better.
