Clematis Piilu.

Blooming lianas have firmly taken their place among plants that can decorate both the site and the structure. And, speaking of flowering vines, clematis immediately comes to mind. Different in shape and color, they are capable of transforming any territory beyond recognition. Among the many varieties, there are huge lianas covered with dozens of flowers, and there are small ones that grow very compactly and laconically complementing small flower beds, gardens, compositions of tub and pot plants, displayed on terraces and balconies. Clematis Piilu belongs to such plants, which certainly deserves attention.

Clematis Piilu: photo of the variety

Clematis Piilu: variety description

This variety was obtained by the world famous Uno Kivistik, an Estonian breeder who, by the way, is the author of more than a hundred clematis varieties.

As already noted, Piilu clematis is a compact plant. The length of its vines, as a rule, does not exceed one and a half or two meters. And in areas with an unfavorable climate, shoots grow only up to a meter. Liana grows up, very quickly entwining any supports, firmly clinging to them with leaf petioles.

Clematis Piilu is characterized as an abundantly flowering plant. On an adult liana, several hundred buds can form, and their average diameter is 9-11 cm.The petals are painted in lilac-pink color. A bright pink stripe runs from the base of the petals and along their entire length. This color of the petals is harmoniously combined with many yellow stamens and rich green foliage. Young shoots of the current year give simple flowers with 5-6 petals, and the shoots of previous years - double and semi-double flowers, the number of petals of which is already counted in dozens.

It should be noted that Clematis Piilu is distinguished by long flowering, which begins in the first summer month and continues throughout the season. Moreover, at the end of August, usually, there is another peak of flowering of the bush. During this period, young shoots bloom, releasing single flowers.

By the way, gardeners celebrated the beginning of clematis flowering at an earlier date. For example, if the plant overwintered without loss, then the first buds will begin to bloom in May.

Clematis Piilu: the trimming group

Clematis lovers, engaged in their cultivation and breeding, are wondering which pruning group Clematis Piilu belongs to.

According to the characteristics stated in the description, Piila belongs to the 2nd pruning group, since the plant blooms both on last year's and on young shoots that appeared in the current year. At the same time, representatives of the second group, as a rule, are distinguished by earlier formation of buds and prolonged flowering on old shoots. And young vines bloom late and not actively. Moreover, in regions with unfavorable climatic conditions, the flowering of shoots of the current year may not be seen at all.

The Piilu variety, as noted by gardeners living in these areas, blooms well and for a long time on both old and young shoots, with the only difference that simple rather than double flowers are formed on new vines.

Thus, Clematis Piilu, rather, can be ranked as a transitional group between 2-3 pruning groups.

Clematis Piilu: planting and caring for the variety

Clematis Piilu: photo of a seedling

Choosing the right place for planting Piilu clematis is very important for their normal growth, as well as timely and lush flowering. So, the plant reacts extremely negatively to waterlogging of the soil during the melting of snow in the spring.The result can be long-term recovery, which will slow down the entire vegetation process of clematis.

However, for those who grow clematis in tubs or boxes, the problem of choosing a site for planting it is not relevant, however, as is the need to shelter vines for the winter, since the plant is simply brought into the room.

For the rest, when choosing a place, it is important to remember that the plant prefers well-lit areas, protected from constant winds and located on a hill.

Plants are planted in spring and autumn. However, experts recommend, if possible, planting in the spring, especially when growing clematis in the middle lane, regions with a temperate climate, Siberia and more northern regions, so that the plant has time to form root systems over the summer, get stronger and prepare for winter.

Clematis can grow in one place for more than a dozen years, therefore, when planting them, it is important to do everything right.

Piilu cultivar clematis: photo

The landing pit begins to be prepared a few days before disembarkation. The length, width and depth of the pit must be at least 60cm. At the bottom of the hole, a drainage layer is poured, at least 10 cm thick, then, in the same layer, organic fertilizers mixed with sand are laid. Clematis Piilu does not tolerate an increased level of soil acidity, therefore, if necessary, add wood ash or dolomite flour, which deoxidize the soil. Another remedy that has the same effect is lime. However, there is a possibility of burning the roots of young seedlings. Lime is best used if the preparation of the planting pit is carried out in the fall, and planting will be done in the spring. During the winter, the aggressive effect of lime will decrease, and the plant will not suffer.

By the way, in order for water to penetrate to the roots faster when watering, some gardeners, at the stage of preparing planting pits or trenches, dig in plastic pipes through which they then irrigate.

Further, the organic mixture is covered with soil. It is important that the soil is loose, as the roots need air. Also, complex mineral fertilizers, humus or compost can be added to the soil. It is not recommended to add peat, as it acidifies the soil, and clematis, as we remember, does not like this. Then, the entire contents of the planting pit are well watered and left in this state until disembarking. If landing is not planned in the near future, then it is necessary to maintain the moisture content of the soil in the hole.

The planting depth is determined by the climatic conditions in which clematis will grow. So, in regions with unfavorable climatic conditions, cold winters, seedlings are not buried. They are planted at the same level relative to the soil surface on which they were in the planting container, container. In the future, it is better to mulch the growth point. In the southern regions, the plant is not only possible, but even needs to be deepened when planting, by about 9-12 cm.

When planting Piilu clematis in trenches, the distance between them should be at least one meter, so that, while growing, the bushes do not shade each other.

One of the main components of caring for a flowering liana is regular watering of the plant. If summers are dry and hot, clematis should be watered daily. In the middle lane, areas with a temperate climate, it is enough to irrigate twice a week.

So that the root system of clematis Piilu does not suffer from overheating in hot summer, annual plants are planted a little further from the bush, which will shade the trunk circle.

If, when planting clematis of the Piilu variety, mineral and organic fertilizers were applied in the required amount, then plant feeding begins in the second year. For a regular and lush flowering of vines, fertilizer should be applied at least four times throughout the season.Top dressing is carried out with complexes of mineral fertilizers, humic substances, as well as organic matter, including well-rotted compost and high-quality humus.

Clematis Piilu grows poorly in the vicinity of weeds, so it is important to ensure regular weeding of the tree trunk circle. This time-consuming task can be facilitated by mulching the soil of the trunk circle. This measure will slow down their appearance and, accordingly, will reduce the number of weeding.

Gardeners who do not have experience in growing clematis are a little cautious about pruning it. However, without this procedure, regular and lush flowering of the vine is impossible. In addition, in fact, pruning Piilu clematis is not particularly difficult. In the fall, before the arrival of cold weather, the shoots of last year, on which the most buds were formed, and there was the longest flowering, are cut off, leaving no more than 10-12 cm. Pruning of the shoots of the current year depends on the region where clematis is grown. In areas with cold winters, they are cut off, leaving only 3-5 buds. In warm climates, the length of young lianas after pruning clematis Piilu can be 70-150cm.

Clematis Piilu: variety reviews

It should be noted that all gardeners, without exception, speak positively about Clematis Piilu, and among them are experienced flower growers and beginners, and those who live in the central region, the middle lane, and those who grow clematis in colder climates.

Experienced gardeners were impressed by the fact that, being planted in April, by the end of May, the first buds had already appeared on the liana, and the plant bloomed profusely throughout the season.

The uniqueness of the variety is also noted by flower growers who have entire collections of clematis, indicating its incredible decorative effect with minimal maintenance.

Those who grow Clematis Piilu in regions with unfavorable climatic conditions confirm the frost resistance of the variety. However, nevertheless, it is advised to cover the plant for the winter. Here, unlike the central and southern regions, the flowering of clematis begins in mid-July, but it is just as abundant and lush.

Also, many note the importance of timely pruning of clematis Piilu, because, otherwise, the flowers are noticeably smaller.

Conclusion

Clematis Piilu can be classified as one of the varieties that have been tested by more than one decade and, already, by more than one generation of gardeners. This plant is perfect for those who are just trying to grow clematis. Even with minimal maintenance, the plant will appear in all its glory, transforming any corner of the house or garden