Nerine, landing and care. Growing Nerine - landing, home care and in open soil

There are many colors on sale that are absolutely not suitable for growing in the open ground of a temperate climate. But with their help, you can create an incredibly beautiful view of your room or in the kitchen. Usually they are very demanding and need constant attentive care. This colors include Nerina - a representative of the Amarillic family, where the most beautiful and spectacular indoor flowers are collected.

Flower Nirin simply amazes with its appearance - thin, slightly curved and twisted petals, long green leaves and wonderful aroma during long-lasting two-month flowering. This African handsome man will find it difficult to land in the open ground in a pour climatic zone, however you can try to plant a pot in Nerine, landing and care for which at home will be at home.

In this article, consider the peculiarities of growing Nenin at home and in the open soil, and also give a description of the most common species and varieties of culture. We note in more detail the important moments of planting and care for this wonderful flower.

Features and description Nerine

Nerine is a bulbous plant, which belongs to the Amarillic family, famous for vivid and spectacular representatives. This flower is a perennial bulbous plant, the natural habitat of which is considered the territory of South Africa and the island of green cape. It is because of his homeland, Nerina requires special growing conditions. Only warm countries are suitable for planting such an exotic flower. In our country, this is suitable for this, the Black Sea coast, the city of Sochi. It is here that you can grow different varieties of Nerine in the open soil.

The name of this southern flower went on behalf of the ancient Greek nymph Nerina, which was famous for its beauty. Similarly, the Flower Nerina has a simple outdoor appearance, long bright petals, slightly twisted along the entire length. For such features of the appearance, this flower is often called the lily spider - the structure of the flower is similar to the usual lily, and the twisted petals resemble the spider's paws.

This flower is also gardeners called the flower of nymphs, a cap and flower, Lilia Guernsey. But as nor calling this plant, it is difficult to describe all the beauty and uniqueness of this flower, its uniqueness and mysteriousness.

Description Nerine:

Nerine is a bulbous monocotted plant that does not endure too overwhelmed soils of our harsh winters. At the same time, when planting the bulb plants on one third is above the surface of the soil.
The flower bulbs are quite large, the length can reach 4.5-5 cm. In the form of the extralined, tops are covered with brown scales.
Long dark green leaves of ribbon shapes grow out of the bulbs, which can be about 30 cm in length, his.
A long thick stem rises from the center of the bulbs, which due to the lack of foliage is often called a "naked woman". In the height of the blooming can reach approximately 45-60 cm, it all depends on the specific species and variety Nenin.
At the top of the flowers are the flowers of Nerine, which are collected in an umbrella inflorescence, which in diameter can be approximately 20-25 cm.

In each inflorescence, up to 15 colors can be located at the same time.
Flowers in the shape of funnel-shaped with six long and slightly twisted petals, in the center of which are a reprehension of the stamens. Each variety petals can be twisted in different ways, some have a wavy edge.
Also diverse colors of flowers Nerine. It can vary from white, gentle pink to dark pink and purple. Cultural and hybrid varieties can be with different stripes and specks.
Flowers in Nerine have an average size, in diameter one can reach approximately 4-5 cm.
During flowering, the flowers of Nerine exude a wonderful aroma.
The flowering of this wonderful flower is very different from other indoor colors. It begins during the period of rest of other plants - from the middle of autumn and pleases with its bright inflorescences for two months.
Flowers are perfect in bouquets.
Mostly Nerina is grown as a room plant or a flower in greenhouses and terraces, in a warmer climate you can find some varieties in the open soil.
It should be remembered that Nerina is a poisonous plant, so it is necessary to work with it in gloves, and at the end thoroughly wash your hands with soap.

Variety of species and varieties Nerine

Today in the nature of South Africa there are about 13 natural species in Nerine. However, the culture grows a huge number of hybrid species, which are approximately 30, including many bright and unusual varieties. Consider the most popular and color species of Nerine.

Nerine Boudene

This species of Nerine is the most popular and common and most often found at home.
Nerine Bowden is also considered the most endless view. So you can try to grow it on your site, even in a temperate climate, provided the winter.
In nature, the plant of this species grows on the territory of South Africa.
The bulb reaches 5 cm long and covered with brilliant light brown scales.
Leaves Nerine Bowden Long and narrow, in length reach 25-30 cm and in a width of 2.5 cm.
The bloomer is strong and thick, in length can reach 45 cm.
Flowers are dissolved on the top of the color saw in the form of an umbrella inflorescence, which consist of about 5-12 colors.
Long narrow petals slightly twisted pink with longitudinal dark line in the center.
The diameter of one flower is approximately 6 cm.
Flowering Nerine Bowen begins at the end of September.
In culture, growing and care for Nerine Bowden is carried out from about 1904.

Nerine Bowen is distinguished by a large variety of varieties:

Grade "Albivetta". The plant of this variety is distinguished by the colors of the average size of a snow-white color and enters the Nerine Alba group.
Sort Nenin Boudene "Favorit". Plant with beautiful gentle pink inflorescences.
Grade "Stephenia". Beautiful large flowers collected on the tops of long flowerons. Flowers are distinguished by a beautiful pink color with a dark stripe in the center of the petal.
Mr. John. " During flowering, pleased with the beautiful colors of the raspberry shade.

Nerine winding

Pretty rare bulbous plant, which is also popular among amateur flower products.
The bulb of this plant reaches approximately 4 cm.
Approximately 6-7 oblong leaves appear from the bulbs at the same time, which in length reach about 20-25 cm, and in a width of 2 cm.
The center grows a flowerclosure that can reach 90 cm. At its top there are inflorescences consisting of 6-12 colors.
Flowers Nerine winding pale pink.

Distinguish between several forms of this species Nerine:

Nerine Alba. Plants of this shape bloom with snow-white flowers.
Nerine Poulhell. The plants of this form are distinguished by the leaves that have sisovato-green shades.
Nerine Sundersonia. Flowers of this species have a slightly wrinkled petals and wide leaves.

Nerine isognptoliste

This species is also a bulby, the size of the bulb is approximately 6 cm.
The bulb has an oblong ovoid shape.
In contrast to other species, Nerine isognptoliste produces a greater number of leaves, which can be in length to reach 50 cm.
The leaves of dark green color usually grow in front of flowering or in the middle.
A long blooming grows from the center of the bulbs, on the top of which blooms the inflorescence of Charbohovo-red colors.
Flowers consist of longer and twisted petals and long central stamens.

Nerina Sarnaya

This view of Nerine is considered more indoor, in nature grows in the area of \u200b\u200bthe province, which is located in South Africa.
The bulb has an ovoid, slightly elongated shape, its size can be 3-5 cm.
The leaves of the plants bright green, almost straight. The length can reach 25-30 cm.
From the bulbs leaves appear just after flowering Nerina.
The first appears a long spike on top of which bloom beautiful flowers in large numbers. On average, one inflorescence may range from about 10 to 20 pieces.
The flower has petals oblong ovoid bright cherry color, which are located in the center of long stamens.

Several distinct forms of the flower:

Nerina sarneyskaya koruska. For this form is characterized by large scarlet flowers, long light-green leaves with a dark stripe in the center of the lamina.
Nerina Plantin Baker. Characterized by a long peduncle. Flowers can be cherry-red or brownish-red with long needle-like petals.
Nerina venasta Baker. Different early flowering, flowers smaller and consist of a sickle-shaped, slightly bent petals.

Nerina low

Plants of this species in nature grow on the coast of South Africa.
Flower bulbs such different egg-shaped. In diameter, they can be up to 4 cm.
Most often grown Nerina low as a houseplant.
Of the bulbs at the same time there are six linear leaves, which reach a length of about 30 cm. The color of the leaves dark green.
Leaves appear simultaneously with the peduncle.
At the top of the flower stalk appears large inflorescences, which may consist of 10-20 flowers.
color shade can vary from red to pink.
Petals oblong with pointed tip, slightly wrinkled.

Nerina reproduction: the most common ways

Dilute Nerina can own at home. You need to know the features of this process, and the main thing - to choose the appropriate way for you to reproduce. Beauty Nerina propagated in two ways: by dividing the seeds and daughter bulbs.

Seed propagation Nerina

This method is used by amateur growers, very rarely, because it takes more time and effort.
First of all it is necessary to wait for seeds ripening on the mature plant, then immediately proceed to their crops.
For seeding is necessary to select the suitable container and fill it with nutrient soil. Then mix seeds with clean sand and close to sow the soil surface. Crops are well moistened.
Container cover film to create a greenhouse conditions.
Further departure before the appearance of seedlings lies in daily ventilation and watering of crops, as well as maintaining a stable temperature of 22 degrees.
The first shoots usually appear in about 3 weeks, it is then possible to remove the film from the containers.
When the seedlings appear in 2 leafs, they need to be counted in separate pots and put on a well-lit place, without hitting direct sunlight on growing.
Plants Nerine from seeds The first three years is grown at home without the state of winter peace, t. They do not need to be taken out in the cold immediately after flowering.

Reproduction of Nerine Decision of Lukovits

This method is more popular and distinguished by relative ease of action.
Every 4 years, Flowers Nerina must be replant, so at this time there is a process of separating the bulbs who managed to increase around the maternal big bulb.
You need to carefully separate the daughter of the bulbs and prepare pots for planting.
It is recommended to plant the bulbs of this plant not more than 2 pieces in every pot.
It should be borne in mind that young plants will delight you first bloom only in 2-3 years.

Landing Nerine at home

Landing Nerin at home should not cause special difficulties. The main thing is to carefully prepare and acquire high-quality planting material, soil mixture and planting pots. Only after all these actions can be safely started to plant this southern plant. Consider in more detail the features of each preparatory stage.

Selection of varieties and bulbs Nerine

The most important thing you need to do before landing is to choose and buy Nerine.
In the garden centers and nurseries, the bulbs of this plant are most often sold, the seeds are much less common, so it is easiest to acquire the bulbs that the process of planting them is much easier.
The bulbs of this exotic plant you can ask your friends growing Nerine. Simply pick up a moment, they will transplant their beauty and separate a couple of subsidiaries.
Do not buy landing material from strangers, people in the natural markets, because on the landing material it is not written what kind of plant. And there are a lot of bulbous plants, therefore the risk is that such exotic as Nerine you are unlikely to get here.
Prefer professional nurseries that are engaged in growing various plants and colors.
Before buying, be sure to decide with the preferred view and variety of Nerine. In our moderate climate, Nerine Bowden and Nerine is growing.
Before you buy Lukovitsa Nerina, carefully inspect them. They should not be rotting and signs of diseases, some darkened areas. Too dry scales also should not be.
Immediately after the purchase, place the Bulb of Nerine in a dry cool place and keep them there until the landing.
If you get ready-made room flower in the garden center, then you must create a kind of quarantine for it so that the plant is acclimatized to the terms of your home.

Choosing soil mixture and planting pot Nerine

The second important stage is the preparation of the soil for landing.
Nerina prefers to grow in nutrient soils, which includes turf land, leaf land, peat and sand.
You can prepare such soil mixture yourself, and you can purchase a special mixture of soil for indoor plants in the garden store.
It is important and the choice of a suitable planting container Nerine. These plants prefer to grow in tightness, but do not stand all purchased bulbs to plant in one pot.
Pick up the pots about 11-13 cm in diameter for planting one bully in each.
Decorative component in choosing a pot for the landing, determine by your own. The main thing is that the bottom of the pot has drainage holes.

Landing process Nerine at home

Take a suitable pot, better than a small size.
If he does not have drainage holes, be sure to do them yourself.
At the bottom of the bottom, put on a layer of good drainage so that during irrigation it does not happen to post the roots. As a drainage, you can use the bark of trees and small stones.
Next, pour the layer of the soil mixture, which can vary. You can use the turf soil with the addition of the bark of trees and peat. Alternatively, you can mix garden earth and peat.
Next, in each pot, place Nerine on one bulb, you can plant two, but no more.
Planting the bulb, make sure that the upper part of them is above the surface of the soil.
Immediately after planting the bulbs, it is necessary to hide abundantly.

Agrotechnik growing Nenin at home

Nerine care at home is a rather troublesome business and requires your permanent attention and care. Nerine is considered a capricious plant, which needs to create the most comfortable conditions for growing, so that the plant is glad to bloom every year.

State of rest of Nerine

Unlike other room plants, Nerin has two rest periods for the year. The first period comes in winter immediately after the end of flowering. At this time, the leaves remain in the same greens, but the flower ceases to be active. At this time it is important to reduce the amount of irrigation until the flower drops its leaves. In no case can not cut or disrupt them, everything should be natural. After the leaves fall, watering is completely stopped, and the pot with bulbs are placed in a cold room with a temperature of about 7-10 degrees. It can be a loggia and a balcony with a sufficient number of light, since the kidneys are laid during this period.

The second rest period comes in the late spring and during the whole summer when the plant is gaining strength before the next bloom. At this time it is important to provide him with the right temperature regime at 22-25 degrees. Water and feed Nerine at this time do not need. At the end of summer, the bulbs will get a little field or bronze shade, which indicate their awakening. At this time, you can start to care for the flower, i.e. Resume watering, feeding, and it is also important to change the upper layer of the soil on fresh.

Watering Nerine

Water flower during flowering need regularly, but moderately. However, by the end of the autumn, it is gradually necessary to reduce the amount of irrigation and to the beginning of winter to stop at all. Watering during peace is not carried out. The only one during the summer rest can be sprayed from the sprayer. Watering must be resumed only after the awakening of the bulbs.

Undercotting Nenin

Flowers Nerine It is important to feed each week with complex mineral fertilizers during flowering. In winter, fertilizer is limited to one month a month, and at the beginning of the state of peace of the spring, the feeding is completely stopped.

Growing Nerine in Open Ground

The exotic flower Nerine can be grown in the open soil, but it is possible to be made only in warm regions, where winter frosts do not exceed 10 degrees. On the territory of Russia it can be done on the Black Sea coast.

In the open soil of Lukovitsa Nenin planted at the end of July or early August.
It is important for landing to prepare the soil, which should consist of their garden land, peat and sand. It is also important that the site you chose is not poured with water and was on a small elevation and with a sufficient amount of sunlight.
The bulbs are completely plugged at a distance of 7 cm from each other.
From above bedding with bulbs you need to cover the mulch from dry grass, sawdust.
Flowering will begin in October, but in the first year it will be very weak.
Nerine is a fairly cold-resistant plant and can withstand frosts up to -10, but the mulch is better not to remove and leave it for the winter period.
If the winter has to be frosty, it is best to dig the bulbs with a lounge of the earth and send them to storing on a cool balcony or loggia.

Photo Nerine

Nerine is a very exotic and beautiful plant, whose cultivation even at home denotes considerable work and diligence. However, in the presence of this plant on its windowsill, rainy autumn days will be painted with bright colors of blooming Nerine.