Green Tower pine is an ornamental plant that is undemanding in terms of care. This crop is similar in appearance to the green tower. This is precisely what the name of the ephedra is associated with. This variety is actively used for the formation of hedges, group and single plantings. It is also used to create rocky and Japanese gardens.
Description of the tree
Black pine Green Tower is an evergreen coniferous tree that reaches a height of 6 meters and has a width of 0.6-1 meter. Annual growth depends on growing conditions. On average it is 20-30 centimeters. At 10 years old, the pine tree reaches 2.5 meters.It is characterized by a narrow symmetrical crown, which is distinguished by a columnar shape. Sometimes the tree resembles a spindle.
Green Tower pine is characterized by a bright green color. Sometimes it contains dove or blue notes. Thin needles reach a length of 10-15 centimeters. They may be twisted or crescent-shaped. The needles have a radial arrangement and form bundles of 2 pieces. Pine is characterized by yellow-brown cones, the size of which reaches 8 centimeters.
The plant is characterized by the following features:
- fast growth;
- frost resistance;
- love of light;
- risk of branches breaking under the weight of snow;
- undemanding to the composition of the soil;
- good tolerance to air pollution;
- purification of air from harmful impurities;
- wind resistance;
- susceptibility of needles to bright sunlight in spring;
- the need for periodic treatment with copper-containing products.
Landing
Green Tower columnar pine is recommended to be planted in spring or autumn. The interval between large trees should be 4 meters. When planting, it is important to ensure that the root collar is level with the ground surface. After planting is completed, you need to water the plant and cover the tree trunk circle with a mulch layer.
Aftercare
The tree is characterized by its low maintenance requirements. However, some rules still need to be followed. After planting, the tree must be watered. It is important to ensure that the soil does not dry out, but the tree should not stand in water. Loosening and mulching of pine with non-woven material are considered mandatory measures. In winter, under the weight of snow, there is a risk of branches breaking. Therefore, when preparing a crop for winter, it is recommended to tie the crown.
It is best to feed pine with compost. It serves as an excellent replacement for forest soil, which contains many nutrients. To apply fertilizer, you need to loosen the soil shallowly and add 5-10 centimeters of compost. After this, the soil must be mixed with fertilizer.
It is also acceptable to use liquid or granular fertilizers. It is best to give preference to drugs that are designed specifically for conifers. Nutrient formulations must be added in stages. This is done for the first time in April - at the stage of the beginning of sap flow and bud break. In the second, nutrients should be added at the beginning of summer.
Pest Control
The most dangerous disease for pine of this variety is blister rust. Its development is provoked by fungal pathogens - ascomycetes. As the pathology develops, the needles begin to turn yellow. Also in this case, the bark of the shoots suffers. Affected shoots become deformed and dry out. The Abiga-Pik remedy helps to cope with the disease. It is also advisable to remove the affected branches.
Among the pests, pine suffers from mealybugs, scale insects and stem pests. Insecticides are required to kill parasites. “Decis Profi” and “Fitoverm” are suitable for this.
Application in landscape design
This variety of ephedra fits perfectly into oriental-style compositions and heather gardens. The tree can be used as a tapeworm. It is also often placed in front of cottage buildings and on park alleys.
Green Tower pine is a common decorative crop that fits well into a variety of compositions. In order for the plant to remain attractive for a long time, it needs to be properly cared for.
