Description and characteristics of Freesia roses, growing technology

Many gardeners grow various varieties of roses on their plots. The Freesia rose variety is especially popular. Before you start planting and growing such a plant, you need to familiarize yourself with the description of its characteristic features.

History of the variety's creation

This is a relatively young variety of flowers, as it began to be bred in the first half of the last century. It was during that period of time that breeders living in Europe decided to cross varieties of roses with rose hips. Thanks to such experiments, they managed to produce the first freesia flowers. It is not easy to say exactly who the creator of this variety was. However, some modern plant breeders and flower growers claim that Peter Lambert did this.

Description of the Freesia rose and its characteristics

This is a perennial plant that is different from most others. strong tree-like roses trunk and branched stems. The bushes are not very tall, since even in optimal conditions they grow only up to seventy centimeters. The shrub is covered with thin leaves that have a rounded shape. It has powerful roots, thanks to which the plant rarely gets sick. Flower buds grow up to ten centimeters in diameter. They are painted lemon color.

Advantages and disadvantages

Like all flower varieties, Freesia has a number of advantages and disadvantages. The advantages include:

• bright color of the petals;
• long flowering;
• increased level of resistance to temperature changes and low temperatures;
• resistance to infectious diseases;
• resistance to high humidity levels.

However, Freesia also has disadvantages, among which is a predisposition to fusarium.

Nuances of growing flowers

There are several nuances of planting flowers that should be dealt with in advance.

Landing dates

Some gardeners claim that such a plant can be planted in the autumn. However, it is not worth carrying out planting work in the fall, as the seedlings may die if the winter is too cold.Therefore, it is recommended to plant in the spring, when the frosts have ended. It is best to do this in the second half of April or May.

Selecting a location

You need to choose a suitable place where the seedlings can grow quickly. Experts recommend choosing illuminated areas, since roses are light-loving plants. They will grow much worse in the shade. Also, the selected area must be reliably protected from strong gusts of wind, which can break the stem.

Soil preparation

Before planting, they do preliminary soil preparation. At the beginning of autumn, it is necessary to dig up the area where the plants will be planted and add a little peat, compost and humus to the soil. You can also add other organic fertilizers to saturate the area with nutritional components. If the soil has a high level of acidity, lime with ash is added to it.

Preparation of seedlings

In order for planted seedlings to grow well, it is necessary to prepare them for planting in advance. All seedlings must be soaked in liquid for several hours to stimulate the growth of the root system. This helps strengthen and develop roots. Then the roots need to be trimmed to get rid of too long or damaged branches.

Technology and depth

Planting begins with digging a planting hole. Its depth should be about 10-15 centimeters. The bottom of the dug hole is filled with fertilizer and watered with water. After this, the plant is carefully planted in the center.

It is planted in such a way that the root collar is deepened into the ground by three and a half centimeters.

Tips for caring for floribunda freesia rose

In order for the planted plants to feel comfortable, it is necessary to properly care for them.

Watering

Many people believe that this rose can be watered rarely, as it is drought-resistant. However, this is not the case; the plant needs regular soil moisture. It is recommended to water the planted seedlings with warm water. In this case, about ten liters of liquid are consumed for each bush. In spring, watering is carried out every other day. However, in hot summer weather you will have to do this every day.

Loosening and mulching

After watering, the soil surface is often covered with a dense crust, due to which moisture penetrates into the ground much less easily. Therefore, to get rid of such a crust, it is necessary to regularly loosen the soil. Mulching is also carried out, which can protect seedlings from low temperatures. Sawdust, mowed grass or dry hay are used as mulch.

Top dressing

Freesia must be fed, since without fertilization it will grow worse. Experts advise adding fertilizers that contain a lot of nitrogen to the soil. Such fertilizers include saltpeter, urea or mullein.

It is necessary to fertilize seedlings before and after flowering, in September or mid-October.

Bush pruning

It is necessary to periodically prune seedlings. Experienced flower growers advise doing this in mid-spring or summer. Spring pruning is considered the main one, since it is carried out for the further formation of the bush. Some people prune bushes in the fall, but this should not be done. Incorrectly carried out autumn pruning can lead to the death of seedlings.

Shelter for the winter

Freesia is classified as a frost-resistant variety that can withstand frost.However, despite such winter hardiness, they are recommended to be protected from cold weather. To do this, the planted bushes are cut in half, after which the leaves are torn off from their stems. Then the main stem of the seedlings is wrapped with spruce branches, which will protect the plants from the cold.

Diseases and pests of roses

Diseases that can affect bushes include:

• I'm scabby. This is a common disease that often causes roses to die. To get rid of it, you will have to treat the bushes with alcohol tincture.
• Fusarium. To combat fusarium, the medicinal product “Fundazol” is used.

Among the dangerous pests are:

• Aphids. “Rogorom” or “Metation” will help get rid of aphids that have attacked roses.
• Cicadas. To prevent the leafhopper from attacking the seedlings, they will have to be regularly sprayed with insecticides.

Reproduction methods

There are two methods of flower propagation:

• Cuttings. When using this technique, you will have to germinate the cut cuttings and plant them in the soil.
• By layering. In this case, one of the developed lashes must be carefully laid and sprinkled with soil. Over time, it will begin to germinate and form new shoots.

Application in landscape design

Designers often use the flower to organize group plantings on the site. You can also use them to decorate borders and flower beds. Some gardeners plant Freesia to create a ridge at their summer cottage.

Conclusion

Freesia is considered a common variety of roses, which is often grown in flower beds. Before planting such a flower, you need to understand its characteristics and cultivation nuances.