Violet chic poppy

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People have been growing flowers for a long time, because they never cease to amaze, inspire and fascinate. Flowers are a sign of respect and love in our country, therefore, to this day, they continue to give bouquets to loved ones and loved ones. Flowers are grown both as a houseplant and as a garden culture. Violets are no exception. They are very common in various rooms. This article will talk in more detail about one of the varieties, this is a violet Chic poppy.

Violet Chic poppy: description of the variety and characteristics

violet chic poppy photo + and description

Chic poppy violet: photo

The chic poppy belongs to the Gesneriev family and belongs to evergreens. The ancestor of the culture is the breeder Morev. The leaves are collected in a small outlet. The stem height is not great. Variety of violets Luxurious poppy is characterized by the color of the inflorescences, which flows from pale to bright. Among the variety of shades, there are also plants that have white leaf plates.

The flowers have a fairly large diameter, about 6 cm or more. The petals of each flower have uneven wavy edges, as well as rather long peduncles. The flowers have a large diameter and, accordingly, sufficient weight, so the peduncles may droop a little, especially when it comes to young plants. In addition, young violets have a bright pink hue, while older crops have an orange hue.

Violet The chic poppy has a fairly long flowering period, which consists in a slow and gradual opening of the buds, similar to the poppy flower, so the name of this plant speaks for itself.

After flowering is complete, fruits are formed on the plant, which is a box with a lot of seeds. In the wild, this plant prefers to grow in the mountains. As a houseplant violet, Chic poppy can also be grown quite successfully. In addition, the plant has a large number of species.

Rules for caring for a violet variety Chic poppy

chic poppy violet photo

Violet Chic poppy: photo of the variety

In order for the Violet Chic Poppy CM Moreva to look spectacular and perform its decorative functions, it is necessary to follow the simple rules of care when growing a plant and know its features.

Lighting

Like all violets, violets. Chic poppies are very fond of a large amount of light. However, it should be protected from direct sunlight. It is best if the light is diffused. If your apartment has windows facing only the south side, then you need to create artificial shading using blinds or curtains. The best option would be the north or east sides of the windows. However, even in this case, during the hottest summer period, the plants should be moved to a more shaded place at least for a while. Since direct sunlight negatively affects the leaves of the plant, which at the same time changes its shape, and can also stretch out. To make the flower look beautiful, you need to create the right light.

Air temperature and humidity

Temperature is also a very important parameter for the development and growth of violets. The posh poppy, especially the air temperature, affects the flowering process. The optimal temperature range will be considered 18-25 degrees, it is better if you maintain the 23 mark.In addition, the violet The chic poppy does not like drafts, therefore, during the airing, it is better to remove the plants far away and not to allow a sharp change in temperature.

The air humidity should be about 50%, but not more than 70%, since too humid air will stimulate the decay process. In the winter season, when the heating is on, it is better to use artificial humidification: turn on a humidifier, and periodically spray the bush. It is important not to get on the leaves and flowers of the plant.

Transfer

Violet CM Chic poppy: photo of Moreva variety

It is best to transplant a luxurious poppy violet about once a year, sometimes twice a year is acceptable. It is recommended to do this at a time when the violet is not blooming. The optimal months will be either March or October. The transplant must be done using the following rules.

Choose the right violet pot so that it is 2/3 smaller than the rosette. Do not use too high sides, as moisture will sour in such a deep pot. The violet root system is small, so you can use a small plastic pot. However, be sure to make holes in it.

It is necessary to create a sufficiently thick drainage layer, which is perfect for pebbles or brick chips. Also, the soil must be composed correctly. It is better that it was loose fertile soil, which must first be spilled with boiling water for disinfection or placed in the microwave.

Before transplanting, it is necessary to water the plant for a long time and thoroughly, and after removing the bush, carefully examine its roots and remove, if necessary, its affected areas. The soil should definitely be new. It is necessary to repot the plant using the transhipment method in order to preserve the root system. If the outlet is too large, you can separate the parts from each other.

After you have transplanted the violet, you need to stop watering the plant for at least three days. Also, to create the optimal microclimate for the transplanted plant, you can cover it with a jar or bag on top.

Care rules

Violet Chic poppy CM Moreva is not unpretentious, so it will take a lot of time, patience and strength from the grower.

Watering

Watering the violet The chic poppy must be properly watered so as not to dry out the earthy clod, and also not to overmoisten the plant. It is also advisable not to get on the leaves, so as not to stimulate the decay processes. It is best to water the plant near the edge of the container. You can also use wick irrigation for this. This will be the best option for this type of violets. It is necessary to insert a cord through the hole in the bottom of the pot, and lower the other end into the water. Water for irrigation must be pre-settled and warm.

In the hot season, watering must be increased, and sometimes you need to wipe the leaves. Wet paper towels can help remove dust and dirt from the leaves.

Feeding

Most of all, CM Violets are in need of chic poppy during the flowering period. At this time, you need to fertilize the violet every 7 days. When the air temperature becomes lower, then feeding is no longer needed so often. It is best to use drug solutions as fertilizers. If the violet is still young, then nitrogen-containing agents can be added, and adult plants, as a rule, are fertilized with potassium-containing and phosphorus-containing preparations.

Violet Chic poppy: photo of the variety

The soil

It is also necessary to select suitable soil so that it has a normal acidic reaction. Usually this figure is about six and a half. If the soil is in the wrong acidity, then the plant will not grow well, since the fertilizers will not work.

Pruning

It is necessary to periodically remove old and dried leaf plates, as well as the rosettes formed on the side, so that the bush is not too thickened. If there is too much light, then the leaves already lose their decorative effect, so they must also be removed.

If the stem has become bare, then pruning must also be done. Usually the stem is bare if the plant has not been transplanted. In this case, you should wait for a period of no flowering and cut off the top of the plant with a sharp pruner.

Reproduction

You can propagate a chic poppy violet in different ways. It is very important to follow the breeding rules. Most often, for the reproduction of this type of violet, a vegetative method is used, since parts of the plant take root very quickly.

Most often, the reproduction procedure is combined with the transplant procedure. Thus, the plant is removed from the container, the sockets are separated and seated in small containers.

To propagate a violet using a cutting, you need to take a healthy leaf from the bottom of the plant. Its length should be more than one and a half centimeters. The stalk is placed in a glass of water, and when you see the growth of new roots, you can plant it in a small container with suitable soil and a prepared drainage layer. After that, the plant is covered with polyethylene and placed in a bright room. Further, the handle carries out the same care. Periodically, the shelter is removed and the seedling is aired, and also watered. After a new plant appears, the cutting is removed.

Diseases and pests to which the chic poppy variety of violets is susceptible

Variety of violets chic poppy: photo of the variety

Like any houseplant, the Chic Poppy violet can be attacked by various pathogenic microorganisms, as well as affected by insect pests.

Powdery mildew is one of the common diseases for violets. Its signs are the appearance of white spots on the leaf blades. Usually, this disease occurs as a result of excessive soil moisture, as well as if the room is too cold. To get rid of the disease, it is necessary to treat the bush with a topsin or topaz solution.
Fusarium also often affects the violet. The causative agent of the disease is fungi. Usually, the disease occurs with improper care, namely with sudden changes in temperature. In this case, the process of decay occurs both in the roots and in the leaves of the plant, which can fall off. For plant treatment, fungicides are used and the affected areas are removed.
Late blight... This disease is also common. Its signs are brown spots and leaf fall. The solution to the problem is to transplant the plant into new soil. In this case, it is necessary to cut off the affected areas of the plant, if nothing can be done, then it is necessary to propagate a new plant from the cutting.
Gray rot... If gray rot occurs, a gray bloom can be seen on the leaves. The cause of the disease is usually found in the roots or in the soil. It is imperative to cut off the affected areas, and also treat with fungicides.

In addition to diseases, insect pests can also be harmful..

The most popular of these is spider mite... Signs of its presence on the plant will be a change in the color of the leaf plates, as well as a slowdown in plant growth. In addition, it will be possible to make out a kind of cobweb on the leaves. A soap solution is used against parasites, and insecticides are also used. With insecticides, several treatments are carried out after a week.
Thrips. Usually, these insects affect the flowers of the plant, as well as the anthers. In this case, the buds change shape and can wither. In the fight against insects, Actellik has proven itself well. It should be applied according to the instructions.
Mealybug. This pest is present on the plant if you see white spots on the leaves, as well as on the roots. In this case, it is required to treat the bush with soapy water and completely replace the composition of the soil.