Planting and caring for eremurus in the open field, a description of the 50 best varieties

Eremurus is a unique plant, planting and caring for which requires compliance with certain conditions. The culture is perennial and has a long growing period, however, despite this, it is very often used by gardeners to decorate plots.

Description and features

A distinctive feature of the plant lies in the shape of the root, which outwardly resembles a starfish. Leaves are oblong, elongated. A bell-shaped flower. Inflorescences are collected in a panicle. The plant is perennial, winter hardiness is high, when cold sets in, the root forms a wintering bud, from which shoots appear after warming up the soil in spring. The plant can grow up to 2 meters in height, depending on the variety.

Features:

• the plant blooms in a spiral, the flowers open, starting from the root, and gradually move up;
• color duration is 30-40 days, depending on the variety;
• after flowering, a fruit is formed that contains seeds.

Inflorescences can be of different colors, but the most common are yellow, brown, red and pink shades.

Growing seedlings

The plant has a long development time, therefore, seedlings must be grown before planting in the ground.

Timing

To obtain seedlings, it is necessary to plant seeds in the ground. Autumn is a good time to plant seeds. Planting material is planted in September - early October. After the emergence of seedlings, it is necessary to plant the seedlings in containers for seedlings.

How to plant correctly

In order for the seed to germinate quickly, the following algorithm of actions must be observed:

• prepare a box for planting seeds;
• fill with sandy-peat soil;
• make small holes 1-1.5 cm and plant seeds;
• sprinkle with soil on top, without tamping.

Seeds have a long germination period, so you need to regularly monitor the condition of the soil.

Watering

The first 3-4 weeks after planting, regular watering must be observed. The soil should be dried between irrigations. After the 5th week after planting in the ground, it is necessary to water the culture once a week.

Temperature and light conditions

After landing in the ground, it is necessary to observe a temperature of at least 25 degrees and a bright light for the first 4 weeks. After that, the box is moved to places with a temperature of no more than 15 degrees, without exposure to sunlight.

Picking

Seedlings appear 5-8 months after planting in the ground. In order for the plant to develop well, it is necessary to dive the seedlings. Single flower pots or a large box can be used. A distance of at least 10 cm must be maintained between seedlings.

Preparing for winter

In winter, the plant must be covered with a layer of leaves, the thickness of the layer must be at least 20 cm. After spring comes, the leaves are removed and the usual care of the crop is performed.

Important. For planting a plant with seeds, the most suitable seed material is taken from the bottom of the inflorescence.

Landing in open ground

The plant is very demanding to care for, so planting in open ground requires regular watering and loosening of the soil.

Timing

Planting a plant with seeds in open ground is recommended in spring after warming up the soil. However, the most suitable growing method is to plant seedlings. Seedlings are planted in September. The seedlings must be at least 3 years old.

Seat selection

When choosing a landing site, you should give preference to well-lit areas. Regular sunlight allows you to get large flowers and a healthy plant. The planting site should be protected from the winds, to reduce the risk of damage to the stems, special supports should be installed.

Soil requirements

The plant prefers a soil of neutral acidity. The most optimal is a prepared mixture of 2 parts of soil mixed with one part of peat and sand, 1 part of wood ash.

Landing scheme

In order to plant an eremurus, the following steps must be followed:

• make a hole up to 25 cm deep;
• a layer of pebbles is placed on the bottom of the hole for drainage;
• the sprout is carefully placed in the recess, and the roots are straightened;
• the hole is filled with a nutrient mixture and compacted a little;
• using warm water, it is necessary to water the hole with the seedling.

The distance between the seedlings should be at least 45 cm, since the root grows in width and requires free space.

Care

For the rapid development of culture and the reduction of diseases, proper care of the seedling must be observed.

Watering

The plant needs to be watered abundantly every 2-3 days until July, however, if there is regular rain, irrigation is reduced. After the plant releases buds, watering is reduced to once every 6-7 days.

Top dressing

Top dressing is carried out according to the following scheme:

• compost is introduced in the spring;
• in the middle of summer, phosphorus and potassium are introduced before flowering;
• in the fall, it is necessary to add superphosphate and humus.

If there is poor development of the plant, it is necessary to additionally apply complex fertilizers.

Loosening and weeding

Removing weeds is recommended to be carried out manually in order to reduce the risk of root damage. The soil is loosened regularly before watering. This is necessary to reduce disease and oxygenate the soil.

Storage during rainy periods

Prolonged rains lead to damage to the root of the plant, in order to avoid such a problem, the following tips must be followed:

• loosen the soil regularly so that there is no risk of root rot formation;
• install a drainage system;
• huddle plants so that the liquid can drain.

However, in cases where there is a prolonged rainy summer, it is necessary to carefully dig up the culture and store in a dry place.

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Reproduction

The plant reproduces in two ways, gardeners choose the appropriate method according to individual preferences.

Generative

After the plant has faded, boxes with seeds will appear; after the seed box is fully ripe, it is necessary to collect the planting material and treat it with an antiseptic. Dry the seeds and plant in the soil.

Vegetative

It implies the division of the parent root into several parts. For this, a layer of soil is carefully removed, exposing the roots. Using a sharp knife, cut the root into several pieces. Each part must have a kidney. Cutting points must be treated with charcoal.

Parts of the root must be placed in a dry place and left for a month. Then plant the shoots in the ground.

Important. An adult plant can be used for reproduction once every 5-6 years.

Diseases and pests

The plant has juicy stems, so it often attracts pests with its appearance. Also, improper crop care leads to the formation of diseases.

Aphid

The plant is very often affected by such a pest as aphids. The insect feeds on sap, and also secretes a specific sticky liquid that provokes the development of fungal diseases. To remove aphids, it is necessary to spray with soapy water. Once every 2-3 days until the insect disappears completely.

Thrips

Small pests that damage plant leaves and stems and lead to their shrinkage and gradual death. The first symptoms of infection are the appearance of yellow spots and scratches on the plant. For the treatment of the plant, it is necessary to spray with the following preparations: "Fitoverm", "Actellik".

Slugs

Slugs provoke the development of fungal diseases and in large numbers can lead to the death of the culture. With a small accumulation of the pest, they can be collected by hand. Elimination of slugs can be carried out using special traps. A small container of beer is placed in the soil so that the edge of the trap is level with the ground. Slugs, falling into a trap, die.

Moles and mice

Pests damage the root, resulting in plant death. The first symptoms of root damage are plant lethargy and yellowing of the leaves. Getting rid of pests is very difficult. To treat the plant, it is necessary to find damaged areas, remove them and treat them with charcoal.

Rust

The disease is manifested by yellowing of the leaves and the presence of dark spots of various shapes. The disease can develop rapidly and, as a result, leads to the death of the culture. In the presence of the first symptoms, the damaged leaves are removed, the plant is treated with "Topaz" or "Fitosporin".

Chlorosis

The disease is manifested by the presence of yellow spots on the leaves; in some cases, the plant can wither and become covered with a white bloom. To treat the problem, the drug "Barrier" or "Topaz" is used.

Viral disease

This type of problem is manifested by the presence of yellow spots on the leaves, the appearance of growths and irregularities on the stems, the flowers are deformed. Most often, the virus is carried by pests or weeds. Viruses on plants are not treated; to prevent further spread of the problem, the damaged flower is removed along with the root. The site of growth is treated with a manganese solution.

After flowering

After the plant has faded, it is necessary to provide it with proper care. This will help saturate the roots with essential nutrients before winter.

Collection and storage of seeds

The seed boxes are cut at the end of August and placed in a ventilated room for drying.At the end of September, the boxes are opened, the seeds are laid out on a flat surface and left for several days. Finished seeds are placed in a cloth bag and stored until planting in the ground.

Wintering

In October, using garden shears, the flower stems are cut. The roots are covered with peat or humus. A layer of fallen leaves or spruce branches is laid on top and left until spring. In winter, it is recommended to additionally use a layer of snow in places where eremurus grows.

Kinds

There are a large number of plant species that have distinctive characteristics.

Echison

The plant species belongs to one of the earliest flowers and begins to form buds already in April. The plant may have white or pink inflorescences. The flower is 1.5 meters tall, the panicle is 90 cm long.

Alberta

Most often found in mountainous areas, plant height 1 meter. Leaves are straight. The inflorescences are red with a white border. The panicle is fluffy, up to 50-55 cm long.

Powerful

Leaves are light green, erect. The height of the culture reaches 1.3 meters. The panicle consists of small white buds, pink inflorescences may occur.

Olga

The culture reaches a height of up to 1.6 meters. The plant has lush inflorescences up to 50 cm long. The color of the inflorescences is white. It dissolves gradually, starting in June.

Bunge

A distinctive feature of the plant is its bright yellow inflorescences. The height of the culture can reach up to 2 meters. The flowers are large, up to 5-6 cm in diameter. The culture has a high winter hardiness. Can be grown in any conditions.

Thunberg

The height of the bush reaches 1.5 meters. The plant belongs to hybrids. Panicles with dense, gray-yellow flowers.

White-flowered

The height of the bush is 1 meter. Brush 35 cm long, not too dense. The flowers are white in diameter up to 4-5 cm. The leaves are light green, erect.

Suvorov

Plant height is 1.2 meters. Prefers hilly terrain. One bush can have up to 35 leaves. Erect leaves are green. The flowers are shaggy, off-white, with a green streak.

Tajik

Prefers desert climate. The height of the bush is 1.3 meters. Leaves are light green, with a slight bluish bloom. A cluster of inflorescences 40 cm long, flowers of a cream color. On average, the flower reaches 2.5 cm in diameter.

Crimean

The leaves of the plant have a slight roughness. The cluster of inflorescences is dense, can be up to 60 cm in length. The height of the bush is 1.5 meters. Inflorescences are white with green streaks.

Tien Shan

Most often, the flower grows in the steppe area. The height of the bush can reach up to 1.8 meters. Leaves are dark green, erect, up to 25 pcs. The buds are pale pink. The flower diameter is up to 5 cm.

Turkestan

A low bush reaches a height of up to 1 meter. Leaves are wide, 10-15 pcs. The inflorescence is pale yellow, the diameter of the bud is 2 cm. The panicles are dense, up to 20 cm long.

Beautiful

Prefers rocky terrain, but widespread in almost all regions. The height of the culture can reach 2 meters. The leaves are small, in the amount of 6-10 pieces. The stem is naked, the buds are white-yellow.

Sogdian

The height of the bush is 1.2 meters. Leaves are linear, glabrous, 8 pieces per stem. The inflorescences are shaggy, white with a brown streak. The length of the brush can be 50 cm.

Pinkish

Bush up to 1.4 meters high. The leaves are densely arranged on the stem, keeled in shape. Inflorescences are large, pale pink in color.

Regel

The bush reaches a height of 2 meters. The leaves are wide, green, with a bluish bloom. The brush is dense, up to 70 cm long. The flowers are purple with a pink border. Blooms in mid-May.

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Fluffy

Bush up to 1.5 meters high. Leaves are erect, with slight roughness at the edges. The brush is dense, fluffy. The flowers are lilac, with pink splashes. Blooms in mid-May.

Comb-shaped

The plant prefers an open area. The height of the bush is 1.4 meters. The flowers are brownish green. The brush is curved and dense. The culture is predominantly propagated by seed without loss of maternal characteristics.

Small-flowered

The height of the bush is only 70 cm. The flowers are white with brown veins, small in size, 0.5 cm wide. The plant blooms mainly in mid-April.

Nuratovsky

Refers to a rare plant species. The height of the bush is only 1.1 meters. Blooms in May. The flowers are white, shaggy, with brown veins. It is very rare, mainly in mountainous areas.

Astonishing

Bush up to 1 meter high. The stem is thin, the leaves are narrow, rough. The plant blooms in mid-spring. The brush is dense, light pink in color. The buds are large, up to 4 cm in diameter.

Yellow

The bush is small in size and most often has a height of no more than 70 cm. It can be found in Iran. Small brush, yellow. The plant has a bright aroma. Can be used for cutting and decorating bouquets.

Kopetdag

The height of the bush is 60 cm, the leaves are green, triangular, with a smooth surface. The raceme is small, with pale pink flowers.

Korzhnisky

Bush up to 1.5 meters high. Blooms mainly in mid-summer. The flowers are yellow with brown veins, the raceme is of a small size, with a loose structure.

Kaufman

The height of the bush can vary from 60 cm to 1.2 meters. The leaves are green, covered with white villi. The stem is fleshy, the panicle with buds is dense. White. The plant blooms in mid-June.

Junge

The plant is up to 1.8 meters high. Very rare. The flowers are lily-shaped. Inflorescences are sulfur-yellow. Blooms in mid-summer.

Indersky

The height of the bush is 1 meter. The stem is dense with white bloom. The flowers are pinkish-green, slightly bent back. It begins to bloom in mid-May, depending on weather conditions.

Hissar

The culture can reach heights of up to 1.3 meters. Leaves are rectilinear with a smooth surface. The stem is fleshy, the flowers are brown, of medium size. The panicle is 40 cm long. It tolerates temperature changes and can be grown in various conditions.

Ilaria

The bush is 80 cm high. It has an attractive bud color, which can be white or cream. The culture begins to bloom in mid-April. Differs in a pleasant smell.

Zinaida

The height of the bush is 90 cm. The leaves are up to 0.5 cm wide. The buds are pink with a purple border. The brush is small, only 20 cm.

Capu

A low bush that reaches 50 cm. Leaves are light green with a whitish bloom. The flowers are white, blooming in mid-March. The buds are small and form a dense panicle.

Himalayan

Plant height is 1.7 meters. The leaves are distinguished by their bright green color. Inflorescences are white with a brown streak. Form a dense panicle, slightly bent back.

Bukhara

The bush is 1.3 meters high. Leaves are straight with a bluish bloom. The stem has small white villi. The buds are pale pink, slightly sloping downward. It begins to bloom in mid-June.

Great

Culture up to 1.5 meters high. The leaves are triangular, bright green. The flowers are bell-shaped, yellow. Brush 70 cm long.

Narrow-leaved

The type of plant prefers shady areas, the height of the bush is 1.5 meters. The leaves are elongated, smooth, with a slight bluish bloom. The brush is fluffy, yellow. It begins to bloom in mid-June.

Popular varieties

Among the large list of crop varieties, the most commonly used varieties stand out.

Isobel

The culture has an attractive bud color. The flowers are pink-orange and large in size. The bush grows up to 1.4 meters high.

Rosalind

A distinctive feature of the culture is the buds of a pale pink color. The bush reaches a height of up to 1.5 meters. The leaves are green with a slight bloom. Bloom most often in mid-June.

White beauty

The height of the bush is 90 cm. The flowers are white. The panicle with buds is dense, up to 40 cm long. It blooms in mid-June.

Moonlight

The plant has yellow flowers, which can reach 3 cm in diameter. The height of the bush is 1.3 meters. Prefers a sunny location for planting.

Gold

The plant is tall. The stem height can be up to 2 meters. Inflorescences are yellow with impurities of pink. The panicle is not dense, up to 70 cm long.

Citronella

The plant can be of various colors, but the most common are yellow and salmon colors. It tolerates low temperatures well. With proper care, it reaches a height of 1.2 meters.

Important. The culture does not tolerate excessive moisture. Therefore, when planting in the ground, it is necessary to avoid places with groundwater located close to the surface.

Lady Falmouth

The culture is tall. Can reach up to 1.6 meters. The brush with buds is loose, the flowers are of medium shape, cream-colored. Bell-shaped buds.

Sunset

The stem of the culture reaches 1.7 meters. Salmon flowers with red impurities. The leaves are triangular, smooth, erect. The brush reaches a length of 80 cm.

Don Dwarf

Small bush. Can reach up to 1 meter. The flowers are yellow. The panicles are parallel, bell-shaped.

Hydown Dwarf

Refers to tall, which reach a height of up to 2 meters. They can be of different shades of yellow. The brushes are dense and can reach sizes up to 90 cm. It blooms in the middle of summer.

Golden Dwarf

A distinctive feature of the flower is the bright yellow color of the buds. Stamens are longer than inflorescences. The brush is fluffy, up to 80 cm long.

Cleopatra

The plant has a vibrant coral color that attracts and stands out from other crops. The plant is 1.1 meters high.

Pinocchio

The bush is 1.4 meters high. The flowers are yellow with gray impurities, the stamens stand out with a cherry tint.

Obelisk

The leaves of the plant are rectilinear, triangular. The flowers are white with a bright emerald center. Differs in a pleasant smell.

Romance

Plant height 1.2 meters. Blooms in mid-May, early June, depending on weather conditions. Salmon-colored buds with a pink border.

Rexon

Bush up to 1.3 meters high. The inflorescences are orange in color. The stem is thin, practically without leaves. Blooms in mid-June.

Bungei

The culture has a bright yellow color of buds with minor impurities of a golden hue. After wilting, the buds turn brown. A plant up to 1.4 meters tall can grow in the shade.

Ruteira

The culture can be of different shades: from yellow to pale pink. With proper care, it reaches a height of 1.1 meters.

Use in landscape design

Eremurus goes well with various plant species. Can be used as the main crop on the site. However, it is most often used as compositions with other types of flowers that are of short stature.

Eremurus has an attractive appearance and can be a decoration for any garden. Proper care will preserve the beauty of the plant for a long period without reducing overall characteristics.