Spruce of the Rydal variety has a compact size and grows by a maximum of 8 centimeters during the year. A distinctive feature of the culture is its pyramidal crown. All these advantages allow the plant to be used for garden decoration. This coniferous crop looks great as a tapeworm and goes well with other plants.
What does a tree look like?
According to the description, the common spruce Rydal is a dwarf crop that has excellent decorative properties. A distinctive feature of the plant is the rich color of young shoots.They are characterized by a bright crimson hue.
The plant is characterized by rather slow development. The annual growth of the crop does not exceed 8 centimeters. By the age of 10, the tree grows to a maximum of 1-1.2 meters. An adult crop does not exceed 3-4 meters. A distinctive feature of the variety is the cone-shaped crown. At the same time, the plant easily tolerates pruning.
Spruce of this variety is characterized by moderately soft needles 3 centimeters long. The young growth has an unusual crimson growth. It gradually brightens and after 3 weeks acquires a green color.
Spruce of this variety is considered a light-loving plant. Only when grown in sunny areas is it possible to achieve maximum decorative value of the crop. However, the plant develops well in partial shade.
Application in landscape design
Norway spruce Rydal is best used as a tapeworm. It can also be part of a simple landscape composition. However, in this case it is recommended to use a minimum of add-ons.
In addition, spruce needs acidic soil and creates shade. Therefore, not every culture will survive next to it. Good additions include lilies of the valley, oxalis and astilbe. Ferns also develop well near the spruce.
Planting and care
Spruce Rydal is best planted in a well-lit area. If this is not possible, partial shade is also suitable for the culture. When choosing soil, you should give preference to an acidic or slightly acidic substrate.
In order for a tree to develop normally and maintain its decorative properties, it must be properly cared for. Watering the crop is recommended only in dry weather. In this case, young seedlings should be moistened once a week. For 1 plant it is worth using 10-12 liters of water.
In the first years after planting, the tree trunk circle must be loosened. This should be done to a depth of 5 centimeters. This procedure will ensure the supply of oxygen to the roots of the plants. It is recommended to apply fertilizers 2 times during the season. For this purpose, it is worth using a special composition for coniferous plants.
Pest Control
Sometimes the Rydal spruce faces attacks from pests. It is more susceptible to the following parasites:
- Spruce aphid - absorbs all the juices of the tree and covers the shoots with a coating. A soap solution will help deal with pests.
- Spider mite - feeds on spruce sap. When a tree is damaged by pests, dots and thin cobwebs can be seen on the needles. Acaricides will help destroy parasites.
- Coniferous bug - provokes yellowing of needles. If the tree is slightly damaged, treatment with tobacco infusion will suffice. In case of severe pest attacks, it will not be possible to do without insecticidal preparations.
Spruce Rydal is a popular coniferous crop that fits perfectly into a variety of garden compositions. To grow a tree successfully, you need to properly care for it.
