Hydrangea Candelite - variety description, planting and care
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Hydrangeas belonging to the paniculate species can most often be found in Russian gardens. This is due to the high rates of frost resistance, which allows them to be planted even in Siberia and the Urals. Even in case of damage during severe frosts, they quickly recover with the arrival of heat and delight with the colors of their colors.
Candlelight is an ornamental shrub belonging to the deciduous paniculate species. It means "the light of a burning candle". It appeared very recently thanks to Dutch breeders. The crown is about two meters in diameter, the plant itself is 1 meter in length. The flowering of the bush is plentiful, at first the flowers are painted in golden colors, and later they turn red. Hortense Candelite took part in the Plantarium exhibition in 2013, where she received a silver medal.
Hydrangea Candelite: variety description and characteristics
Candelite hydrangea: photo
The average height of the shrubs is about one and a half meters. The stem is 60 centimeters high. The dense crown has a spreading and rounded shape. Powerful shoots are painted with a beautiful burgundy color. At the beginning of their flowering, the inflorescences are yellow-green, later golden, and in autumn they become pink or red. The decorativeness of the plant is maintained throughout the entire period of development. The shoots of the new year and aperiodic bloom from mid-summer to mid-autumn. Inflorescences are all very large in size, conical in shape. They are collected from small flowers and many large ones.
The leaves are elliptical, colored in saturated or dark green colors. At the edges, the leaves have small teeth. The seeds, which form in small flowers, are in small capsules and ripen from August to September. During vegetative growth, the plant must be watered and fed abundantly. A slightly shaded area is ideal for growing, but in an open, sunny area, the plant will grow well. The soil should be chosen light, well-drained and acidic.
In order for the soil to retain the moisture necessary for the bushes longer, it is necessary to apply a layer of mulch from peat or bark to the trunk circle.
Hortense Candelite tolerates even harsh winters, but in the first three years of life it needs shelter. Bushes bloom from July until frost appears. Decorativeness persists throughout the fall, and with the help of dry inflorescences, you can create winter bouquets. The place can be chosen, both sunny and partial shade.
In order for the flowering to last for a long time, to be abundant and beautiful, the bushes need not only proper planting, but also proper care after. The place must be protected from strong winds and drafts. The soil should not contain a lot of alkali, as this will have a bad effect on decorativeness. Sandy soil is also not suitable, the plant will not be able to develop correctly in it.
This variety can be propagated by seeds, cuttings and layering.
Preparation of planting material
Candelite hydrangea on the trunk: photo
The best planting material will be seedlings of the fifth year of life. If you use them for planting, you can enjoy the colors of his flowers in the same year. Planting should be carried out before sap flow begins. You can plant it in the fall, but only in the south of the country, in colder regions, a young plant may not have time to take root.
It is important to know that the plant is not tolerant of strong winds, so a place can be chosen next to any extension, or planted next to a fence.
Least often, gardeners use seeds for growing. As a rule, this is only necessary when there is no other planting material. If you apply this method, then the flowering can be observed only after 3 or 4 years. The seeds can be sown in containers to grow seedlings, or they can be sown directly on the plot in the garden.
Hydrangea Candelite: landing
Candelite hydrangea: photo
In adulthood, the Candelite panicle hydrangea bushes have strong immunity, but young seedlings need support. For prevention, it is necessary to process the seedlings with karbaphos or Fitoverm.
Planting holes are prepared three weeks before planting. There should be about 2.5 meters between them. Before planting bushes, the ground must be well moistened, since hydrangeas love such conditions.
Each planting hole is filled with fertile soil mixed with sand, peat and humus in proportions of 2/1/2/1, and 25g urea is added there. , potassium sulfate-25gr. and phosphorus-65gr.
When the time comes for planting, you need to carefully spread the roots of the seedling, place it in a spacious hole and dig it in so that there are no air layers left, and the root collar remains above the ground surface. After that, the plant should be watered abundantly and a layer of mulch should be applied to the soil. For this, needles, leaf humus or peat are suitable. For the first time, you need to create a small shadow for the plant.
Candelite panicle hydrangea: variety care
Candelite hydrangea on the trunk: photo
If you do not deprive the Candelite hydrangea of attention and take care of it, then it will certainly thank you with a beautiful and lush flowering. Moisture is very important for this plant, so it must be watered regularly and abundantly, but water stagnation should not be allowed.
To achieve lush flowering, you need to feed the plant. Top dressing is carried out 4 times during the growth period. Fertilizers are applied for the first time in early spring. During this period, organic matter is suitable in the form of cow dung mixed with water. The second time is when buds begin to form. Here you need potassium, phosphate, urea and water. A solution is prepared per square meter at the rate of 35g. x 35 gr. x 25 gr. x 10 liters. Before flowering, the third feeding is carried out using complex mineral fertilizers. Before using them, it is important to carefully read the instructions.
The fourth time feeding is carried out in the fall with the use of phosphorus and potassium. This will increase the plant's frost resistance and restore strength after flowering.
In addition to fertilization, pruning carried out in the first month of spring will help to make the flowering more lush.
It should be carried out before sap flow begins.
To form a bush, strong shoots of about 10 pieces are taken. They need to be shortened to 5 kidneys. If rejuvenating pruning is carried out, then all shoots must be cut to the very base, leaving only 6 centimeters above the ground surface.
Hydrangea paniculata variety Candelite has been demonstrating its beauty and decorative effect for over 50 years, but does not tolerate transplants. Therefore, one should approach the choice of a place very responsibly, taking into account the size of the plant and its requirements for soil and light. It is not recommended to repot the plant in the future.
Hydrangea Candelite in garden design
Candelite hydrangea on the trunk: photo
The Candelite panicle hydrangea is very popular among amateurs and professionals. Landscape designers appreciate the plant, which attracts with its high decorativeness. The bushes of this variety will be great as single plants and next to others. Perennial evergreen shrubs can be excellent neighbors for the Candelite hydrangea.
They can be used to decorate gardens, parks and city alleys and squares.
Conclusion
Time and effort spent on caring for this beautiful flower will not be wasted. If everything is done correctly, it will be possible every year to enjoy the unusual, fascinating and long-lasting flowering. Hydrangea Candelite can make the garden very attractive and be loved by all household members.
