Ophiopogon Yaburan
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Ophiopogon yaburan: description and characteristics
Ophiopogon yaburan: photo of a plant
Ophiopogon yaburan is a perennial, herbaceous plant that is distinguished by the fact that it belongs to the category of evergreens. The homeland of this plant is the Southeast and South of Asia, since there ophiopogon grows in the most favorable conditions for itself - this is the canopy of shady forests. Even despite the fact that the external characteristics of this plant completely and completely indicate that this is a real herb, the culture still belongs to a special family - the Liliaceae family. Gradually, ophiopogon yaburan began to be cultivated in many other countries, it became popular in our country as well.
Ophiopogon yaburan can grow quite actively, very abundant and lush dense clumps are formed, which consist of narrow leaves collected in an outlet. As for the root system of the plant, it is rather superficial, differs in that the tubers are formed very small, and they are located on such small roots. Ophiopogon yaburan is distinguished by its decorative effect, especially from early spring to late autumn. This is due not only to the fact that the oriental grass has excellent varietal forms, but also because the plant produces bell-shaped flowers. They can be painted in delicate white and lilac, violet-white shades. The flowers are collected in spike-shaped inflorescences, and due to this, the plant has another name - Japanese lily of the valley. Blooming in abundance begins in July, and can last almost until the very beginning of autumn.
As for planting ofiopogon Yaburan and subsequent care for it, in general, these procedures do not constitute absolutely no difficulty for the grower. Therefore, even those gardeners who do not have so much experience in such activities can cope with this. The Japanese lily of the valley has recently been very popular with flower growers and gardeners, and this is completely unsurprising: incredible decorative characteristics are combined with a relatively unpretentious planting.
Today, the genus of this culture includes about twenty species, but only varietal forms of this plant are used in horticulture and floriculture. We will tell you about them in more detail and explain why they are in such demand today, what are their most key characteristics, and how to properly care for these crops in order to achieve the most decorative and striking results.
Varieties of Ophiopogon
- Japanese ophiopogon - this plant takes root well in shade, and its homeland is the warm temperate and some subtropical regions of the Asian continent. The most popular is the green-leaved variety of this plant called Albus, which grows attractive white flowers. You can also grow ground-covered forms, which are distinguished by their dwarfism and the fact that their leaves are very tough, painted in a dark, deep green shade. These are such varieties as compact and Kyoto dwarf, as well as nana. In height, they usually vary from five to ten centimeters, are distinguished by a high level of shade tolerance and the fact that, in principle, they do not give any negative reactions in the event that they suddenly begin to trample them.This view looks incredibly attractive and decorative, worthy of attention from flower growers, landscape designers and those who would like to try to plant a completely new plant in shape and appearance on their site.
Japanese ophiopogon: photo of the variety
When a little time passes, then such miniature plantings begin to grow gradually, a dense, rather thick rug is formed. Ideally, this ophiopogon is suitable for decorating rock gardens and gardens that were originally designed in Japanese style. There are very variegated varieties, the leaves can be painted in white and green shades, and there can also be lemon, yellow foliage, which also looks quite attractive and interesting. If we talk about the grade of Ophiopogon called Minor, then it differs in that it has bright blue, large and shiny berries that look great against the background of the foliage of a dark green hue. In general, the peculiarity of the ophiopogon species is precisely that they include in their composition a large number of varied, variegated and bright varieties.
- Ophiopogon Yaburan - in other words, this plant is called the white lily of the valley, and the homeland of this plant is Japan. This bush is distinguished by the fact that it grows to a very large size, and the leaves have a very rigid structure, differ in ribbon-like shape. Breeders have tried very hard to breed several attractive Yaburan varieties that differ in their special external properties and characteristics. For example, this is the variegated and large-leaved variety Vittatus, the silvery-white variety White Dragon, the undersized variety Nanus, which looks incredibly interesting, small leaves are formed on it, which makes the plant very dwarf, cute. But at the same time, the type of ophiopogon Yaburan is very resistant to various external negative influences. A gardener should adhere to the most basic requirements in caring for a plant in order to preserve its decorative effect and features.
Ophiopogon yaburan: photo of the variety
- Ophiopogon variegated - in other words, this species is also called black grass. This type is considered the most unusual and extraordinary among all the others, and it is because of this that it is so in demand today in floriculture, horticulture, and also in landscape design. The varietal form of this species is the Black Dragon, and it has repeatedly received not just recognition, but real awards. Among other things, this variety received an award from the British Royal Horticultural Society, and this is already an indicator of how much this plant is recognized in the horticultural and floricultural community. A feature of this plant is that its leaves are painted in purple-burgundy, almost black. The plant grows very actively and quickly, in height it can reach from twenty centimeters to half a meter, again depends on the varietal characteristics, and on how the florist himself looked after this planting. In summer, straight, even peduncles appear in the very center of the leaf, the flowers are small, they emit an incredibly attractive aroma, they decorate the planting from July until the very first serious frosts. Later, in place of the faded flower, violet-black shiny fruits are formed, where seed material is collected for subsequent reproduction of plantings. If the plant grows in warm regions, and winters there are also warm, then most of the leaves retain their fresh shade, they do not wither, do not dry out or fall off.
Ophiopogon variegated: photo of the variety
Ophiopogon care with yaburan
Fertilization is a nurturing procedure. Usually, ophiopogon yaburan is fed with leaf humus, which is introduced in September.In general, this culture is distinguished by the fact that it perfectly adapts to any growing conditions, without imposing any too serious requirements on them. But on the part of the gardener there should be attention and care, since planting really really needs it. If we talk about climatic conditions, then the culture is perfectly attached to them, but it should be borne in mind that the ophiopogon yaburan is not a frost-resistant plant. Evergreen leaves, perfectly tolerate autumn and spring frosts. In central Russia, the plant also feels comfortable, especially if the snow cover is abundant. But if winter promises to be frosty and practically snowless, then in this case the plant may freeze slightly, and therefore it needs additional shelter. The leaves of the Yaburan ophiopogon can dry out either from the middle or to the very roots. The lower part of the plant always remains in a normal, living state; in the spring, the plant can release completely new leaves. Therefore, it is best to cover the grassy cover with spruce branches, agrofibre or foliage at the end of autumn in order to protect the plantings from freezing.
Ophiopogon yaburan: reproduction
Let's talk a little about culture breeding. Botanical species of Ophiopogon Yaburan can be propagated using seed. But in order to obtain varietal traits and characteristics on the part of the mother bush, to preserve these features, the plant is best propagated using a method such as dividing the bush. This procedure is best planned at the very beginning of spring, a bush that has reached a certain age is carefully removed from the soil and the root system is cut into pieces - into two or three divisions. For division, a well-sharpened and disinfected instrument is used so as not to harm the roots and not introduce infection into the cut sites. Each section should have a fairly large number of roots, and there should also be bulbs on it. Before the ophiopogon yaburan is planted in the ground, it is worth adding a certain amount of organic matter - compost to the soil mixture.
Ophiopogon yaburan in landscape design
Ophiopogon yaburan: photo of the variety
Ophiopogon yaburan is often found as part of garden design. The plant is great for decorating alpine slides, Japanese-style gardens, Chinese-style gardens, dwarf species can be planted between slabs, under dense plants, trees, and you can also design paths thanks to them. Black grass generally looks incredibly impressive, and looks great against the background of ornamental and deciduous crops. For example, ophiopogon yaburan is in perfect harmony with such plantings as impera, barberry, euonymus, ground cover lemon varieties of sedum or loosestrife. In general, the plant adjoins very well with plantings, it can grow well in any conditions. In principle, the gardener independently makes decisions on whether he wants to see such plantings on his site, how he will be able to care for them, whether this care will be constant and regular, or the ophiopogon yaburan will be weaker due to the fact that the gardener cannot constantly monitor it, regulate growth and development. Of course, knowing all the subtleties and aspects of growth and development, you can achieve incredibly attractive and decorative results, the main thing is to observe agricultural technology.
