Among the many beautiful varieties of gallbladder, the Andre variety, or Andrea, stands out especially. This sprawling plant belongs to the Pink family.
Gardeners love it for its unpretentiousness, resistance to low temperatures and decorativeness. When growing deciduous shrubs, difficulties usually do not arise.
Description of the variety of bladderwort Andre
Kalinolistny vesicle of Andre has a magnificent spherical crown. The height of the bush varies from 2 to 3 m, the width reaches 2 m. A dense crown is formed by drooping branches. Carved leaves are painted in purplish red. In the fall they become bronze. In addition to unusual coloring, the corrugated surface of elliptical leaf blades is included in the list of features. Their length is 10 cm.
Rounded white, cream and pale pink inflorescences are formed from small corollas. After that, in their place, fruits are formed, which become bloated leaflets. As they mature, they become more saturated with a reddish-brown tint. The flowering period begins in June.
The life expectancy of the plant does not exceed 30 years. Growth rate depends on climatic conditions and care.
In the absence of timely pruning, the shrub will take on a sloppy appearance.
Features of the cultivation of the vesiclinus Andre
Reproduction of this plant occurs in several ways, among them:
- cuttings. As seed material, young shoots are used, the length of which is not less than 20 cm. They are cut in early spring before flowering begins. To get a quick result, all leaves except those on the crown are torn off. The remaining half is shortened. Then, on the bottom of the handle, several scratches are made. This will accelerate the formation of the root system. Treated shoots for 24 hours are placed in containers filled with water. A growth stimulator, for example, Kornevin, is necessarily added to it. Instead, you can use liquid honey. For 10 l take one tablespoon of the specified product. At the last stage, cuttings are planted in a mixture of river sand and peat, and covered with a plastic wrap. A transplant to a permanent place is carried out at the beginning of the next season;
- division of the bush. It requires a lot of free time and physical effort. The number of plants to be obtained as a result is limited;
- planting seeds. The laborious process often does not justify material costs. Instead of the original vesicle, Andre can grow a shrub with foliage of the usual green shade. Preserving the decorative color when choosing this method is unlikely to succeed. Seeds must be purchased at a specialized store.
The plant grows best in open sunny areas with slightly acidic or neutral soil.
There are no special soil requirements. Despite this, experienced gardeners recommend planting a shrub in the ground, which is well-drained, moist, and fertilized. It is desirable that the vesicle is protected from strong drafts.
The decorative shape of the crown is maintained by regularly trimming it. The culture is resistant to infectious diseases and pests. Problems may arise if:
- groundwater is too close to the surface;
- the soil contains a large amount of lime.
The bubble of Andre tolerates gas contamination well, so it is often planted near roads. In making this decision, we must not forget about the cons. One of them is dust. Settling on the leaves, it will make the plant less bright. It is not possible to prevent color loss in this case.
Landing does not take much time. The hole is made 2 weeks before the selected date. Fertile soil mixture is poured into it immediately. Otherwise, she will not have time to settle. The cuttings or cuttings are placed in a prepared hole along with a lump of earth. Fertilizing a deciduous plant at this stage is not necessary. The only agricultural measure that should not be forgotten is regular and plentiful watering. It must be carried out in the evening or in the morning, while water should not fall on leaves and flowers. This is fraught with burns.
Bubbles are ranked as fast-growing shrubs, so he will need both sanitary and shaping pruning. During the first, damaged and dried branches are removed, by means of the second a bush is turned into an element of garden decor. Failure to trim leads to a slowdown in the growth of new shoots and a noticeable deterioration in appearance. Tall hedges are cultivated several times per season.
The risk of mildew infection is minimal. When characteristic signs appear, the plant should be sprayed with Thiovit, Topaz or Strobi.
To prevent the occurrence of pests, use Fufanon and Aktara.
Despite frost resistance, the vesiculum Andre needs shelter for the winter. The procedure is quite simple:
- The trunk circle is covered with mulch. Permissible layer thickness is 5-8 cm.
- The bush is pulled together with twine.
- They cover the plant with roofing material or lutrasil.
The list of agricultural activities must include loosening and top dressing. In spring, the soil is fertilized with complexes, which include nitrogen-containing compounds. In the fall, organics (mullein) are added, supplemented with urea and ammonium nitrate.
Mr. Summer resident recommends: Andre's bubbly in landscape design
Kalinolistnoe vesiculate Andre is a garden culture, the care of which does not take much time. Due to the undemanding to growing conditions and presentable appearance, it is quite popular among gardeners.
This deciduous culture is used to create multi-contrast compositions and as a tapeworm. The bright foliage of this variety looks good against the background of plain plants. Due to the fact that the bubbly Andre is unpretentious, it is often planted in park areas and in summer cottages. The plant retains decorativeness throughout the season.
The specified variety is considered universal. Single and group plantings, borders, hedges - there are a lot of options for planting Andre's vesicles. Summer residents often plant this crop next to creeping plants. In the list of potential neighbors a special place is occupied by low bushes and perennial flowers.
Hedges formed from Kalinifolia thistle can be molded and spreading. Choices are made based on the style of landscape design. Fences can be given any shape, which is important for gardeners seeking diversity and harmony. In any case, the composition will be multifunctional. The natural fence will become not only an adornment of a personal plot, but also a barrier for pets and strangers.
The contrast resulting from the combination of a bright vesicle with evergreen cultures will give solemnity to any garden building. Having planted a plant on a flower bed, a summer resident will make it more original. At the same time, the role assigned to the vesicle can be both primary and secondary. Properly placed accents are the key to a pleasant atmosphere and good mood on a personal plot.
