Clematis Grape-leaved

Clematis Grape-leaved: variety description

Clematis grape-leaved: photo

Clematis Vitalba (clematis vitalba) is well suited for landscaping your summer cottage. But many gardeners are faced with questions related to planting, care and reproduction of this plant. we will talk about this below. Grape-leaved belongs to the genus clematis and the buttercup family. In appearance, the plant resembles a liana. The cuttings have an elongated length, thanks to which the branches can catch on the support and grow and develop even more.

It is due to the fact that the plant can curl, clasping a support, it received the name Clematis vitalba. This type of clematis is well suited for decorating gazebos, terraces, balconies, and various fences. If you have any inaccuracies, flaws in buildings, then this plant will perfectly help to hide it. Also clematis grape-leaved vitalba is able to create shade, which is necessary on hot and dry summer days.

In wildlife, there are 2 types of clematis: herbaceous and semi-handicraft. Herbaceous shoots are characterized by dying off after the end of the vegetative period, only the root system can remain. As for the semi-handicraft type, for him, the nature of the poor endurance of winter cold.

The root system of this culture can also be of 2 types:
• Thin rod
• Branched fibrous.

The roots are in the top layer of the soil. Clematis grape-leaved white small-flowered has 1 type of root system, therefore it does not relate very well to frequent transplants. Therefore, it is necessary to plant the plant immediately in its permanent place. the stems look like thin flexible twigs with cracked bark, which has a dark brown color. Each year, you can see the appearance of new shoots on them. Even in 1 year, you can notice a strong growth of the plant.

Unpaired leaves are complex and have 3-5 blades. The leaves are ovoid, dark green in color, rounded base, sharp end that resembles the shape of a heart. At the edges, you can sometimes notice the presence of large teeth. The leaves can be either smooth or slightly pubescent, have a length of 3-10 cm and a width of 3-4.5 cm. The first flowering is observed 3 years after the first planting of the plant. bud formation is possible only on young shoots.

White flowers have a delicate aroma that is somewhat reminiscent of almonds. The diameter of the flowers can be about 2 cm. Asexual flowers are collected in paniculate inflorescences located on a long stem, the length of which can be up to 12 cm. The flowers are in the form of stars. The core is covered with a large number of yellow stamens, which is surrounded by 5-6 petals.

The flowering period is from June to September. After the flowering is over, you can see how the fruits appear, which are collected in a maned head. Its edges are thickened, the spout is pubescent and feathery, it can be about 4 cm in size. The seeds are brown in color, elongated, 7 mm long, 4 mm wide. The fruits can remain on the branch for a long period of time.

Clematis Grape-leaved vitalba: planting varieties

White small-flowered clematis grape-leaved: photo

Before starting the process of planting grape-leaved clematis of the clematis family, it is necessary to correctly determine the place of growing the plant.after all, it will depend on how much your plant will grow and develop correctly. Despite the fact that the plant loves light, it also needs shade so that the leaves cannot burn in direct sunlight. The plant needs protection from wind and drafts. Also, the place should be away from gas and smoke. You can plant sprouts in September-October. If the region where you are going to grow the plant has cold winters, then planting is best left in early spring.

To begin with, you will need to start preparing the soil. In equal quantities, it should include:
• Sand.
• Peat.
• Humus.

The prepared mixture must be added to the excavated soil. then it is possible to add chalk, ash and complex mineral fertilizers. It is best to use crushed stone for drainage. The prepared soil mixture must be added to a previously dug hole, the length, depth and width of which should be about 0.5 m.If you are going to plant several plants, or close to other plants, then a distance of 1 m must be observed. about 15 cm. then watering, mulching the near-trunk circle with sawdust. If there is a possibility of low temperatures, then the seedlings need shelter.

Clematis Vineyard Care

Clematis vitalba: photo

Clematis grape-leaved white small-flowered is unpretentious in its care: the soil should be moistened, but it does not need to be poured too much. Watering should be done when needed. If the weather is dry and hot, then water the plant every 3-5 days. Vitalba grape-leaved clematis needs about 2 buckets of water. Make sure that the water jet does not hit the center of the plant. if you plant other annual plants nearby, they will help keep moisture and coolness. Nice neighborhood with a climbing rose. To avoid that the plant will start to rot in adverse weather conditions, it is necessary to inspect the lower part of the plant. the presence of rot can adversely affect the plant. As a fight against putrefactive diseases, special antifungal drugs are used. Then the soil must be sprinkled with ash. In early spring, it is necessary to apply fertilizer - a solution of lime. To do this, 1 glass of lime is diluted in 1 bucket of water. This amount is enough to fertilize 3 bushes. Then the soil is loosened and sprinkled with sawdust.

In the spring, it is necessary to introduce chicken droppings by adding nitrogen. From May to August, once a month, it is necessary to alternate complex mineral fertilizers with organic fertilizers, such as: manure mixed with water. Before bud formation begins, it is necessary to apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. Thus, you can improve the splendor of the inflorescences. In the autumn period, it is necessary to introduce humus and mullein. It is necessary to prune the plant 2 times a year. In spring, fertilizers are applied until the buds begin to appear. Spring and autumn pruning will help create a beautiful and well-groomed appearance for the plant. Weeds should be harvested when necessary.

Diseases and pests

Although we said that the plant has good immunity against many diseases, it is possible to meet such diseases as: rust, root rot and powdery mildew.

• The appearance of stains on foliage indicates a disease such as rust. The infection spreads very quickly. In a very short time, the disease can spread throughout the plant. For treatment, it is necessary to use copper sulfate. All damaged and dry branches should be removed.

• The appearance of root rot is associated with too moist soil.The soil must be thoroughly dried, the soil must be loosened, and the quality and quantity of irrigation must be monitored.

• Powdery mildew is characterized by the presence of a gray bloom on the foliage, against which it is good to apply Bordeaux liquid or soap solution.

As for pests, the plant can attack:

• Aphid... its food is the juice of young shoots and foliage. It begins to cover the plant with a specific sticky layer, which leads to the appearance of various fungal diseases. You can use a soapy solution to fight.

• Appearance spider mite associated with entanglement of foliage and shoots with a web. The entire bush is defeated. The mite is issued by the presence of black dots on the leaves. Against the pest, you can use agents such as Fitoverm and Actellik.

Reproduction of white grape-leaved clematis

Reproduction of grape clematis is permissible in several ways:

• Seed. For this, they begin to plant seeds in the spring. the seeds must be soaked in warm water, then planted in a pot with a nutrient mixture. After the seedlings sprout, you need to dive the seedlings and transfer them to the greenhouse. There, the seedlings must be left for 1 year. Transplant the plant to a permanent location in the next spring.

• Method of cuttings. Cuttings of grape-leaved clematis: how and when? First, you need to lower the cuttings into the root for 1 day. Then plant in a pot containing the nutrient mixture. After a year, it must be planted in open soil.

• Reproduction of clematis grape-like with the help of layering should be done in the middle of the summer period. The shoot must be tilted to the ground, fixed and left for germination.

• The division of the plant must be done in the autumn or spring. using a sharp shovel, it is necessary to separate a small part from the adult "mother" plant together with the root system.

The damaged root system must be sprinkled with ash and treated with potassium permanganate. After planting it is necessary to water the plant using warm water.