Ageratum, landing and care in open soil

Many gardeners try to pick up blooming plants at the flowering period so that throughout the season their gardens and flower beds hit the color riot. However, it is difficult to find flowers that would continue to bloom for a long time, almost to the most frosts.

An excellent option in this case can be ameratum, which, despite its non-spectacular appearance, is able to make a unique any garden. Landing and care for Agouratum will not be much difficulty, so even inexperienced gardeners will be able to decorate their site with this overthrow flower.

In this article, we will consider the features and description of Ageratum, as well as note the main and most popular species and varieties of this decorative flowering plant. We will tell you about all the nuances of agricultural machinery agricultural.

Features and description of Ageratum

Ageratum is a decorative flowering plant, which belongs to the family of comprehensive or astera. In total, there are about 60 species of this plant in the world. South America and Central America, for the most part, Mexico territory is considered to be the birthplace of agratorate. The most popular cultivated view of Ageratum is considered to be Ageratum Gauston, its second name Ageratum Mexican. It was this plant that became popular among the Gardeners of the CIS countries, as it can be planted as an annual. After all, by nature, all ageratums are perennial plants that are difficult to take root in conditions of severe frosts.

Translated from Greek Ageratum denotes the "unsolduring", which very accurately describes the flowering of this plant. It is characterized by a duration of flowering, as well as a long holding shape and color when cut.

Description of Ageratum:

• Ageratum is a perennial, less often annually, a decorative flowering plant.
• This flower is very thermalized, so it is difficult for him in the territory of the CIS countries as a perennial. In this case, you can grow ameratum as an annual plant.
• Ageratum has long blossoms, from the beginning of June to the most frosts. This quality is especially valued by landscape designers and gardeners.
• Ageratum is a herbaceous plant that is very well branching. The branches grow greatly, which allows you to create live swelling and flowering rugs.
• In height, this plant can reach 10-60 cm, so it can be used for different landings.
• Ageratum leaves have a different shape, it all depends on the specific type and variety of the plant. You can meet triangular casting, rhombid, oval. Color - dark green.
• Flowers of Ageratum are very small, have some narrow tubes that form small baskets. In turn, baskets are collected in inflorescences more. Flowers are published with colorless villings, which are in length much longer than the colors themselves.
• Coloring can be diverse. The most common is blue, as well as all shades of this color. There are white, pink, burgundy ageratums.
• During flowering, these plants create a dense flowering carpet that looks beautiful on the background of a green lawn or other flowering plants.
• After the end of flowering, fruits appear on the plant, which have a shape of a small box of dark color.
• The seeds of the ageratum are very small and they are contained in a seed box a lot. They can be stored for 3-4 years.

The main types and varieties of Ageratum

To date, there are about 50-60 species of Ageratum in the world. However, in the territory of Russia and other CIS countries with harsh winters, Gerathum Mexican or Agerathum Gauston uses the greatest popularity. The varieties of this species can be used as annual plants, planting in open ground every year. There are a large number of different varieties of Geekratum Mexican.

You can select several classifications that are built on individual features and characteristics.

The height of the Ageratum is divided into the following groups:

• low or dwarf - in height reach 10-15 cm;
• middle height plants - grow 15-30 cm;
• tall ageratums - from 30 to 60 cm.

Also, all varieties of agratum are separated by colors coloring:

• white Ageratums - Blooming Plants with Snow-White Color or Cream Color;
• blue Ageratums - Flowers with various shades of blue and blue;
• red Ageratums - This group includes plants with red or pink colors;
• yellow Ageratums - Flowers of various yellow gamma;
• multicolor Ageratums - These flowers are distinguished by the presence of colors of various shades.

Let's consider the view of Ageratum Gauston and its most popular varieties.

Agerathum Gauston

A more familiar name for this type of Mexican, Russian gardeners are called long-standing. Ageratums of this species are quite compact plants, a spherical shape. The height of Gerathum Mexican can reach 15-60 cm, it all depends on the specific variety. Flowers small, covered with colorless villins, are collected in small inflorescences up to 1.5 cm in diameter, which, in turn, are collected in inflorescence with a diameter of 8-10 cm. Color range of colors of Mexican Ageratum is predominantly blue, blue and purple shades, less often than white and Pink.

Popular varieties of Ageratum Gauston:

• Alba - Ageratum with snow-white flowers. The height reaches 20 cm, a bullshine bun with dense inflorescences.

• Summer Snow (Summer Snow) is a sufficiently tall bush, height can reach 45 cm. Differs good branchiness. The inflorescences of this variety of agratum is dense, white.
• Leda - This variety of Ageratum is similar to Summer Snow, only has the inflorescence of a white-blue color.
• Blue Mink. In height, this variety of Ageratum can reach 20-25 cm. Inflorescences are quite large sizes, a gentle purple-blue shade. For this color and tenderness of flowers, this variety in the people called the "Blue Mink", comparing with a beast with fluffy fur.
• Blue Danube. Also a very popular variety, it is spectacularly highlighted by its bright inflorescences of a gentle blue-lavender shade. This variety refers to short, height reaches only 15 cm.

• Blushternchen. It is a dwarf variety, height reaches 10 cm. Compact bush with dense soles. The foliage is dark green. Flowers are very small, which are connected in small inflorescences, up to 1 cm in diameter. Blue flowers with a lilac hint, inside the bud. Bright lilac color.
• Fire Pink. The height reaches 20-30 cm, being the average variety of Ageratum. Differs not very dense inflorescences of a bright dark pink shade.
• Pink ball (Pink Ball). In the height of 20-30 cm, very compact variety. Inflorescences can reach 4 cm in the diameter of a gentle pink shade.
• PURPLE FILDS. It is a hybrid variety, which in height reaches 20-25 cm. It grows very compact, its shoots spread out on the ground by 30 cm, hence the name of this variety - purple fields. Inflorescences have a bright and rich purple shade.
• Hawaii Mixed (Hawaii Mixed). This variety is multicolored. The mixture consists of varieties of white, pink, blue and purple ageratum. Refers to low-speed species, the bushes are very compact, in height reach 10-15 cm.

Stock Foto Ageratum popular varieties

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Ageratum of bright mixed colors

Methods of reproduction of Ageratuma

Ageratum without much difficulty can be breeding independently, the main thing is to properly observe all the stages of reproduction. As a rule, this exotic flower can be multiplied in two ways: seeds and cuttings.

Seed reproduction of Ageratuma

This method is the most common and frequently used, since in our climatic conditions it practices the annual cultivation of Ageratum. And for this landing seeds is the most optimal solution.

Seeds can be found in the seedlings of Ageratum, and you can sow directly into the open soil. You can buy landing material in specialized stores or assemble yourself. The seeds of the ageratum are very small, so they need to sung them very carefully. The remaining planting material without problems can be stored up to 4 years.

The process of sowing seed Ameratum:

• The best time for sowing seeds is the second half of March, when the threat of the return of frosts.
• You can search for the seeds of the ageratum in the open soil, and you can sow in the boxes. This method is most preferable, since Ageratum prefers greenhouse conditions.
• Boxes must be filled with fertile soil, then thoroughly shry it, making air and easy.
• After that, remove the top layer of the Earth, about 1.5 cm.
• Carefully drink seeds over the entire surface and sprinkle the earth. It is important not to make the top layer of the soil too thick - the seeds will be difficult to germinate.
• You should not water the soil after landing, it is best to spray from the sprayer.
• Then the boxes need to be covered with a film or glass, thereby creating a small greenhouse for Ageratum.
• Put the box you need to warm and solar with a temperature of not lower than 15 degrees.
• Soil carry out every day, approximately 30-60 minutes open the glass or film.
• The first seedlings seedlings may appear after 1-2 weeks, and you need to start picking after 3 weeks when 1-2 leaves appear.
• Seeding seedlings of Ageratum is needed at different cups or pots so that they have enough space.
• Before falling into the ground, the boxes are put on the street for acclimatization for several days.
• Planting Ageratum is best in the middle or late May.

Reproduction of cuttings

The reproduction of cuttings is a more rare method, however it allows you to save the plant until the next spring. For this, before the first frosts it is necessary to dig up the bushes, the mercentes, the most healthy and strong. Pere in big pots and place them in a warm room. You can keep them even on the balcony, the main thing is that the room does not freeze. In March-April, the bushes can be transplanted into a greenhouse or a greenhouse for germination. This process passes very quickly and you get ready to flow the plant of the Ageratum.

Preparation before landing Ageratum in the soil

To get a beautiful and magnificent flowering plant, it is important to carefully prepare before planting. The main thing is to correctly grow seedlings of the plant, and also competently pick up the landing area. It is important to prepare the soil in advance.

When to plant ageratum and where

A more preferred time for landing Ageratum is a period from mid-May until the end of May. In this case, you will avoid the possible return of frosts that can destroy your plant.

The place must be chosen solar and open, but well-protected from drafts. The best suite is suitable for a small elevation. Before choosing a place, consider what kind of composition you are planning to get in the end. Will you be ameratum to plant along with other plants or give preference to a single landing.

Choosing and preparation of soil before landing

The soil for the ageratum should be loose and easy, so the pre-site you need to dwell well and explode. These plants prefer well-drained lands and nutritious. In acidity, they are suitable neutral or weakly acidic soils. Therefore, if the earth is with increased acidity, during the landing you can add dolomite flour or lime.

Also ensure that there is too much humus in the soil - it can lead to a meager blossom.

The process of landing ameratum in open ground

After the preparatory stages in May, you can start landing the seedlings of the Ageratum, the main thing is that there is no threat of return freezers. Also make sure that the soil has managed to warm up.

Planting Ageratum:

• First of all, it is necessary to jumble the soil at the landing site. It is necessary to saturate the earth with oxygen, as Ageratum prefers air and light soils.
• After that, prepare the landing wells. The distance between them will depend on the varieties of the Ageratum chosen. For tall plants, make indents between the holes 20-25 cm, and for more compact and dwarf varieties it will be enough 10-15 cm.
• The depth of the hole should not be too big. Most often, the seedlings of the Ageratum are plugged at the same distance on which it grew in the boxes.
• Then all the wells should be accessed with water and wait for the Earth to absorb all moisture. In no case, do not put manure into the wells - the plant may die.
• Next, in each well, place the seedlings and fall asleep the earth. It should not be too tightly rambling the soil around the plants.
• It is recommended to climb the land around the Ameratum. This will help the plant to keep moisture and protect the flower from possible freezers. As a mulch, you can use a dry peat or sawdust.

Features of the care of Ageratum in the open soil

Ageratums are not very demanding of care, however, they need a certain amount of attention and care. In the future, the plant will thank you with bright and lush flowering.

Watering

Ageratum flowers love abundant watering. Approximate watering mode - evenly raw land around the plant. If puddles appear there - it is bad and the plant can die. Ageratum can carry a drought perfectly. However, in the most dry time, it is preferable to increase the amount of irrigation. It is thanks to the correct watering that you will get beautiful and magnificent bushes of Ageratum.

Loosening and mulching

After irrigations, it is recommended to periodically loose the soil around the plants. Since Ageratum loves air ground, it will be by the way and will allow the plant to grow better. During loosening, it is necessary to remove all weeds that interfere with the growth of Ageratum. After weeding the soil around the plant you need to be closed. It protects the plant from excessive evaporation of moisture.

Undercaming Ageratuma

Falkering of plants can be carried out by organic and mineral fertilizers, and complex fertilizers are also suitable. Feature best times every three weeks. At the same time, take into account that the first few times to feed the best of the smaller dosage of fertilizers. Since their excess can lead to excessive growth of foliage and slow flowering. Do not use manure as fertilizer - it is detrimental to the ageratum.

Haircut Ageratum

Ageratum loves haircut shoots and foliage. This favorably affects the growth of plants. Periodically, it is necessary to remove all the dried shoots and cut the weak and broken. Thus, you increase the amount of inflorescences and the duration of the bloom itself of the ageratum.

Wintering ageratum

In our climatic conditions, Ameratum is grown as an annual plant, so after the onset of frosts, it completely dies. Extend the life of the Ameratum in the breeding of this plant with cuttings. In this case, you completely dig up bushes and transplant them in pots. On the next spring, you just land Ageratum back to open ground.

Fighting pests and diseases

Like any other garden plant, Ageratum may be subject to the appearance of diseases and pests.

Ageratum diseases:

• Root rot. This is a fungal disease that affects the root system of plants with irregular irregular mode. If this disease appears, all damaged areas must be deleted. Such a disease is much easier to prevent than to treat. Be sure to rotate the soil and adjust the amount of water waters.
• Bacterial withering. Also a fungal disease that appears when the plant is improperlying.

Ageratum pests:

• The web tick can affect the plant both in the open soil and during the cultivation of seedlings. When this pest appears, all affected leaves need to be removed and treated with insecticide plants.
• Nematodes and troubles. These pests appear on plants in open ground. Special preparations are also used to combat them - insecticides.

Ageratum is a wonderful way to decorate any plot in the garden. This plant does not require special efforts when landing and leaving, and in the end will delight all beautiful flowers and beautiful appearance.