Rose Heritage - features of the musk variety
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Rose Heritage is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. In order for it to bloom profusely, it needs proper care. The plant needs to be watered and fed on time. It is also recommended to prune the bush in a timely manner.
Rose Heritage (Heritage, English Heritage, AUSblush, Roberta) - what is this variety
This variety was bred by D. Austin. This happened in 1984. The plant has many advantages, it is distinguished by abundant and decorative flowering, and at the same time is characterized by unpretentious care.
The rose has beautiful buds
Brief description and characteristics
Heritage rose has milky petals and a pale pink center. As the buds bloom, they acquire a cupped shape, which reaches 8-10 cm. The rose blooms over the entire surface of the bush. There are 3-7 buds from the ground to the top.
During the flowering period, the garden is filled with a pleasant lemon scent.
The plant thrives best in cool climates. The bushes reach 1.2-1.5 m in height. Its width is 1-1.2 m. The variety is considered abundant. The bushes retain their decorative effect from June to October.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
For the English rose Heritage, the following advantages are characteristic:
- abundant flowering;
- the possibility of growing in shady places;
- strong and delicate smell;
- even distribution of inflorescences on the bush;
- unpretentious care;
- resistance to excess moisture.
The plant has relatively few disadvantages:
- low heat tolerance;
- weak immunity to various diseases;
- weaker second bloom compared to the first.
Use in landscape design
Rose Heritage can be used for single plantings, but the plant looks more impressive in group compositions.
The rose is used for decoration
Growing a flower: how to plant it in open ground
In order for the plant to delight with its decorativeness as long as possible, it is important to correctly carry out planting work.
Ready-made seedlings are ideal for planting. They can be purchased from specialized nurseries or breeders.
Seat selection
Choosing a landing site is based on the following requirements:
- sufficient illumination with slight partial shade;
- lack of drafts;
- lack of stagnant water.
How to prepare the soil and flower for planting
The variety requires a neutral soil. Loamy or light clayey soil types are considered ideal. Add humus, sand or compost to heavy soil.Sod and organic matter are placed in the sandy soil.
For autumn planting, the flower must be cleaned of leaves and cut off shoots up to 8 buds. You don't have to do this in the spring.
Planting procedure step by step
To plant a plant, you should do the following:
- Dig a 40 x 40 cm hole.
- Introduce garden soil, sand, clay, peat and humus into the pit. You also need to use superphosphate.
- Pour water into the hole and dip the roots of the plant in a clay mash.
- Place the seedling in the groove and spread the roots.
- Sprinkle soil over the roots and tamp to avoid voids.
Plant care
In order for the plant to develop normally, it needs to be provided with full and high-quality care.
Watering rules and humidity
Depending on the variety of Heritaj roses, the watering regime is also different. Normal varieties need 5 liters of liquid, curly ones need 15 liters.
The rose needs abundant watering
Top dressing and soil quality
Roses should be fertilized several times during the season. In the spring, before flowering, nitrogen agents are introduced. During flowering, organic matter and complex fertilizers are used. Potassium and phosphorus are used in late autumn.
Pruning and replanting
Bushes need to be systematically pruned. Juveniles thin out, leaving 3-4 of the most powerful shoots. Climbing varieties should be shortened by a third.
Features of wintering a flower
At the end of October, the bushes should be well spud. At the first frost, you should remove the foliage and buds, bend the shoots to the ground and cover with a non-woven material.
Blooming rose
The rose of this variety is distinguished by abundant flowering. To increase the decorativeness of the culture, it is worth taking care of it.
A period of activity and rest
The rose blooms from June to October. Moreover, it is wavy in nature. With the arrival of cold weather, a period of rest begins.
Care during and after flowering
The plant does not need any special care. At the same time, it is important to remove faded buds in time and fertilize the soil.
What to do if it does not bloom
The lack of flowering can be due to such factors:
- excess or deficiency of moisture;
- wrong choice of landing site;
- wrong feeding regime.
Flower propagation
Most often, the culture is propagated by cuttings. The seed method is not recommended.
After removing the buds, you need to cut the shoot from 2 sides. The leaves must be removed, and the lower cut must be treated with a growth stimulant. Next, place the cutting in a damp substrate and cover with a film. In a month, the roots will appear.
The rose is propagated by cuttings
Diseases, pests and ways to control them
The standard variety can suffer from powdery mildew, gray rot, black spot. Rust and viral mosaics are also dangerous for him. In this case, it is necessary to remove the affected fragments and carry out the treatment of the bush with special means.
Rosa Heritazh, as it is also called in Russia, is a wonderful decorative culture that is often used in landscape design. For its cultivation to be successful, quality care is required.
