Description and characteristics of roses of the Niccolo Paganini variety, planting and care rules
The spectacular rose by Niccolo Paganini was bred in Denmark in the middle of the 20th century. Its velvety red inflorescences can become a decoration of the city park and garden area. The rose of this variety is combined with many ornamental plants. Further information on the advantages and disadvantages of the variety, the rules of cultivation, care, use in landscape design.
Description and features of Niccolo Paganini rose
The bushes of the culture reach a height of 85 centimeters. Inflorescences are formed on strong shoots, from which a light musky aroma emanates. The petals are painted in tones of a velvet red palette. 6-10 buds are formed in one inflorescence. Niccolo Paganini belongs to a group of roses called floribunda. This means that the flowering is profuse and long lasting. The variety has good winter hardiness.
Advantages and disadvantages
The positive qualities include the following characteristics of the rose:
- abundant and long flowering;
- good immunity;
- spectacular appearance of inflorescences;
- light nutmeg aroma;
- good winter hardiness.
The disadvantages include the presence of large and small thorns on the shoots.
Growing rules
The beauty and health of the plant depends on correctly performed agrotechnical measures.
In what form is the landing
Rose bushes are planted in open ground at the age of 1-2 years. They are purchased in a plant nursery, garden center, grown independently from cuttings.
What time is the landing
The culture is planted in spring or autumn. The advantage of the latter option is that the grower sees flowers that have formed on the bush during the summer. At the same time, he can be sure that he is purchasing the Niccolo Paganini variety.
Note! When planting in spring, the plants have time to root well.
Location selection
The rose prefers to grow in a well-lit area. On a hot afternoon, plants should be in partial shade. Otherwise, the edges of the petals may burn.
For planting bushes, a place is selected where the underground waters lie deep. From excess moisture, the root system can undergo fungal diseases.For the same reason, the rose cannot be planted in the lowlands.
How to prepare the soil and flower for planting
The territory is cleared of plant residues, dug up. Dig a hole 2 weeks before planting. The root system is placed in a solution of potassium permanganate for 30-40 minutes. Disinfection will occur, in which pathogenic microorganisms will die. Strong branches are shortened to a well-developed bud, weak branches are cut into a ring. Too long roots are pruned.
Landing procedure
A rose is planted in a permanent place as follows:
- dig a hole 60 centimeters deep and in diameter;
- a drainage layer of expanded clay or small stones is laid on the bottom;
- then a 10-centimeter layer of fertilizer is applied, for example, rotted manure or compost;
- a fertile substrate of sod and leafy land, peat, sand is poured;
- a seedling is placed in the middle of the hole, covered with earth, watered abundantly.
To preserve moisture in the soil, the space around the bush is covered with mulching material from straw, sawdust, peat.
Important! The root collar of seedlings is buried no more than 4 centimeters.
How to properly care for a rose
Crop care consists in timely watering, feeding, pruning shoots and faded buds. To prevent the appearance of diseases and pests, before or after flowering, the rose is treated with special preparations.
Watering rules and humidity
Water the rose as needed. The soil should not be wetted often and in small portions of water. Watering is best done rarely, but abundantly. They use warm, settled water. Top irrigation of bushes is undesirable. Due to the high humidity, there is a high probability of the rose being affected by fungal diseases.
Top dressing
In the spring, nitrogen is introduced into the soil. It promotes rapid growth of shoots and root systems. In summer, potassium-phosphorus substances are used. They help the bushes to form buds and bloom effectively. Top dressing is applied to moistened soil.
Pruning and replanting
The first pruning of Niccolo Paganini's rose is done in the spring, before the buds swell. Frozen, dry, diseased branches are cut off. In the summer, the inflorescences that begin to dry are removed. The shoots are slightly shortened. In the fall, diseased branches are cut. At the same time, if necessary, the bushes are transplanted.
Preparing for the winter period
In the middle of autumn, water-charging irrigation is carried out. The root circle is sprinkled with earth, then covered with spruce paws. If severe frosts are expected, the bushes should be wrapped in non-woven fabric.
Blooming rose
The buds begin to form towards the end of spring. After the first wave of flowering, there is a short period of rest. After a little rest, the rose again grows velvet inflorescences.
Additional Information. To produce 1 kilogram of rose oil, 3 tons of petals are used.
A period of activity and rest
The rose begins to develop actively in early spring. She needs to be cared for throughout the season. Since mid-autumn, the rose is dormant.
Care during and after flowering
Flowering plants require increased maintenance. It is necessary to ensure that the soil is not overdried. For abundant growth of inflorescences, top dressing is used. The soil around the bushes is gently loosened and mulched. Faded buds are cut off.
What to do if it does not bloom, possible reasons
In the year of planting, the rose may not bloom, since it is still very young. If the bushes are planted in the shade, it will be difficult for them to form buds. Plants are planted in a well-lit area. The presence of diseases and pests also prevents the rose from blooming. For prevention, the bushes are sprayed several times with special preparations. The old plant does not have the strength to form a sufficient number of inflorescences. To update it, they carry out a cardinal pruning of the shoots.
Disease and pest control methods
Aphid can attack the rose of Niccolo Paganini.Insects suck out cell sap from young shoots, weakening the plant. You can get rid of them by spraying with an insecticide solution. Due to too dry weather, there is a possibility of spider mites. He entangles bushes with cobwebs, as a result of which their development slows down. It can be washed off with water. Wet weather and excessive watering of the bushes contribute to the appearance of fungal diseases. For prevention and treatment, fungicides are used.
Important! Chemicals are used before or after flowering plants.
Reproduction methods
A rose is bred on the site with cuttings, budding. Reproduction by layering is difficult because of the low shoots of Niccolò Paganini. Gardeners usually do not bred crops with seeds. This is a laborious procedure. In addition, all parental characteristics of the variety may not be transmitted.
Application in landscape design
Niccolo Paganini is planted singly or in a group with other roses. It can be used to form curbs, hedges. A compact bush in an alpine slide, flower bed, mixborder will look beautiful. The culture is combined with many decorative deciduous and beautifully flowering plants.
