Description of hybrid tea rose variety Versilia, growing technology

Hybrid tea rose Versilia is a beautiful and long-flowering plant, characterized by good immunity and resistance to many diseases. The inflorescence is used to improve street areas, gardens and squares. Roses are also used as cut flowers. In a vase with water, it can retain its external characteristics for several weeks.

The history of the hybrid tea rose Versilia

The hybrid rose was developed at the end of the 20th century, namely in 1990. French botanists were involved in the development of the variety. All experiments were carried out in the well-known nursery NIRP International. Gardeners from the very beginning liked the pretty rose, which is distinguished by its high level of vitality when cut. After some time, the variety appeared in Russia.

Description of the variety

Terry rose is distinguished by small inflorescences of a pastel shade. Its bud is goblet-shaped and develops on a strong peduncle. The size of the inflorescence can reach 12 cm in diameter. One bud contains up to 30 velvety petals. The bush rose reaches a height of 130 cm. Its bushes are erect. The leaves have a shiny surface and their color is dark green. The rose exudes a subtle and subtle vanilla aroma.

What is the difference from other types?

The main feature of the variety is its long durability after cutting. The plant lasts a long time in a vase and does not lose its original appearance and aroma. The plant is resistant to cold and sudden temperature changes. These qualities are not shared by other representatives of the Rosaceae family.

Features of care before and after flowering

The plant needs regular watering and pruning. These procedures are necessary for productive growth and the formation of new shoots. Shrub roses need to be weeded regularly to remove weeds. This approach helps speed up the appearance of inflorescences during the growing season. For productive growth, organic and mineral fertilizers are used, as well as preventative agents against diseases.

Important! After the end of the flowering period, roses are weeded, pruned and irrigated with preventative agents.

What to do if there are no buds?

The absence of buds may indicate improper care of the inflorescence. Slow growth indicates a lack of mineral components and a poorly developed root system. To correct the problem, you need to fertilize with potassium fertilizers, as well as products containing an increased level of nitrogen. After this, abundant watering should be carried out.

When and how does flowering occur?

You can see the first velvet buds on the bushes in early or mid-May. This happens after young shoots grow from the buds. The inflorescences bloom gradually. This indicator is important for progressive cutting. Rose Versilia blooms continuously all summer, even in low temperatures and cloudy weather. The end of the growing season occurs in early and mid-September.

Subtleties of growing a plant

To prevent plant crops from developing diseases, it is necessary to remember proper growing conditions.

When to plant?

The rose should be planted at a time when the air is already completely warmed up. The optimal period is mid or late May. In cold regions, planting is carried out in June. It is better to carry out the procedure on a warm and windless day.

The temperature should not be below +10 degrees.

Selecting a location

Special attention should be paid to the selection of the site. Experienced botanists advise planting flowers on the south side of the site. Rose loves sunny colors, so shady places are not suitable in this case. Only slight shading on one side is acceptable.You should not plant under large crowns of trees, close to walls and fences. Such conditions will affect the speed of development of Versilia inflorescences.

Important! There should be no other spreading inflorescences near the plant crop. Otherwise, they will interfere with the full development of the rose.

Preparing and planting a seedling

Seedlings must first be soaked in a prophylactic solution. The root system will be saturated with mineral components, which will increase the immunity and frost resistance of the inflorescence. The soil for planting needs to be fertilized and fertile. Therefore, it is treated with a peat mixture or sand. The landing procedure looks like this:

1. Dig a hole no more than 50 cm deep.
2. Pour a bucket of water into it and leave for 2 days.
3. Apply organic fertilizer.
4. Place the seedlings in the hole.
5. Cover the roots and compact the soil.

The shoots should not be too long. They need to be shortened.

Further care of the crop

The abundant flowering of a rose also depends on proper care for it. It consists of timely watering, fertilizing, and pruning.

Watering rules and humidity

The Versilia variety likes moderate humidity, so there is no need to water the plant too often. Excess moisture can cause the stems to rot. During the growing season, the plant crop is watered every week. The rest of the time, the frequency of procedures is reduced to 2 times a month. If the shrub grows in a region with a humid climate, then irrigation can be carried out once every 2 months.

Fertilizing and soil quality

Versilia loves fertile and fertilized soil. Therefore, you will need to feed the plant 4 times a year. The main part of fertilizing procedures is carried out between March and August.The last time the rose is fed is after flowering has stopped. In this way, it is prepared for the upcoming cold weather. Autumn feeding strengthens the plant's immunity and increases its frost resistance.

Pruning and replanting

Preventative pruning is necessary in the spring, when the rose blooms, and in the fall, when the growing season ends. In the process, dried and damaged shoots that interfere with the full development of the bush are removed. Before wintering, it is recommended to shorten all shoots to 50 cm.

Replanting is needed when the bush grows. If it is cramped within a small area, you will have to dig up the plant and plant it in a larger place. The procedure is completed with abundant watering.

Features of wintering a flower

Gardeners recommend covering the inflorescence for the winter. For these purposes, take spruce branches, dry grass or foliage. In the southern regions, shelter will not be required.

Disease and pest control

Rose Versilia is susceptible to bacterial cancer, powdery mildew, and rust. Shrubs are often attacked by aphids.

To prevent problems, it is necessary to carry out preventive spraying 2 times a year: before flowering and after it.

How to propagate?

Plant propagation is carried out using cuttings. To do this, dig up a bush and divide it into several parts. One of them is placed in a special solution for a while, and with the arrival of spring it is planted in open ground.

Use in landscape design

The Versilia variety is planted to improve summer cottages, parks and squares. The plant is combined with other representatives of the Rosaceae family. But Versilia is often used alone in the landscape.