Violet Peacock
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Introduction
Violets are incredibly delicate flowers that have become the real favorites of modern florists. They fit perfectly into the room interior and are able to decorate absolutely any room, wherever the grower planted them and did not display containers with indoor Saintpaulias. Given the demand for this plant, the breeders also tried very hard to bring out the maximum number of incredibly interesting, diverse in shape and color plants that would be loved by everyone and could satisfy the needs and tastes of any modern grower. This is how the violet variety called the violet Peacock (RM-Peacock) appeared - this is an amazing and incredibly beautiful flower, which is characterized by expressive, abundant and very bright flowering. At the same time, the abundance of flowers and their brightness are perfectly combined with the tenderness and sensuality of the flower, with its elegance. Due to this, Saintpaulia looks great both as part of a single planting, and as part of a group planting, which very often decorates window sills and balconies, office premises and, in general, any premises.
Violet RM Peacock: Variety description
Violet Peacock: photo
The versatility of violets is another characteristic due to which violets are so demanded and loved by gardeners today. The flower of the peacock violet in question stands out very much against the background of many other varieties and varieties. In this article, we will tell you in more detail why this is so, what are the features and characteristics of this planting, and why it stands out so favorably among all other violets, which at the same time, in terms of prevalence and popularity, could sometimes surpass the Peacock. Also in the article we will touch upon what are the features of growing this variety of Peacock, what are the characteristic features of agricultural technology, and how this plant manifests itself in a variety of conditions.
On the bush of the violet variety Peacock Room Saintpaulia, very large buds appear, which then bloom as incredibly attractive flowers. The middle of the flower is painted white, and most of the petal is painted in very bright and unique, bizarre shades. It can be blue or pink, as well as purple. In a combination of several shades, you can also notice how bizarre patterns are formed on the petals that look incredibly elegant and attractive, and they really attract attention from flower growers or their guests. The texture of the flower is semi-double, many experienced florists and experts also note that the saturation of shades very often depends on the temperature conditions in which a given culture grows, and also whether the very favorable microclimate has been created for it, which has a positive effect on growth, development and, accordingly, the decorativeness of culture. As we can understand, all these conditions and circumstances are created by the hands of the grower himself, so the state of the planting, its external characteristics and the ability to demonstrate excellent high-quality flowers will depend on him.
Violet Peacock: photo
The leaves are painted at the violet Peacock in a standard green color. If all the necessary conditions have been created for the plant, then it will certainly grow and develop correctly. Accordingly, a small, uniform, uniform rosette is formed, which will become the center of the growth and development of the planting.The shape of the leaves is oblong, slightly rounded, so they look very organic and delicate in combination with flowers. The very first flowers can appear about nine months after the plant has been planted in a container for further development, but this will only happen if the grower initially followed all the rules of agricultural technology and did everything possible to make the plant feel comfortable. If the care is correct, then it will be possible to observe a very lush and attractive flowering, and due to the fact that the color of the plant is very original, then this variety and these violets stand out favorably against the background of many other varieties and varieties of Saintpaulias.
From the official point of view, this variety of Peacock violets, like many other indoor violets, belongs to the genus of herbaceous plants, which are combined under the name "Saintpaulia". All representatives of this variety also have a common feature - their shades are always very beautiful and expressive, and this is why they stand out very much against the background of many other plantings and plants. Also, plants as a whole equally need some agrotechnical rules, care, adherence to similar points, if we talk about such procedures. We will talk about this in the same article, because in many ways this affects the growth and development of plantings.
Violet Peacock: cultivation of a variety
violet peacock: photo
All plants and crops that belong to the specified genus, it is necessary to arrange for planting sufficient lighting so that a full daylight hours are from twelve to fourteen hours a day, at least. But at the same time, the plant must be protected from direct sunlight so that the sun does not cause a lot of damage to the leafy part and flowers. Burns can not only spoil the external characteristics, but can also adversely affect the immunity and stress resistance of the planting. Evening and morning light is not so aggressive, so it can quite calmly touch the plant, and such sun rays are not burning, which means they will not be able to cause too much damage and harm to the planting. But the daytime, especially midday sun rays can have a very negative effect on such delicate creatures as violets.
Only by observing the lighting conditions, it is possible to achieve that the flowering acquires a beautiful and expressive shade, and this will also apply to the color of the leafy part - the bushes will be very abundant, green, bright, in contrast to the color of the buds and inflorescences, the Peacock violet will stand out favorably against the background many other plants and, in the end, will become a rather pleasant and attractive accent on windowsills or in decorating any space, even a business office.
If the air temperature drops below fifteen degrees, then the growth and development of the planting may slow down or even stop. In very hot and sultry periods, the violet will feel most comfortable at a temperature of 24 degrees, and when the cold comes, this indicator can change and drop. The main thing is not to allow a sharp temperature drop, since the Saintpaulias will definitely not be able to safely survive this, and a situation may occur in which the plant will feel in the most unfavorable way. Therefore, it is best for the gardener to make sure that the plant feels as comfortable as possible when it comes to temperature conditions. Experienced gardeners, florists and specialists in this field recommend not to take the bush outside, balconies or loggias when the hot season comes, since the plants do not tolerate this very well, and diseases and deviations from the norms can begin to develop, especially when it comes to growth and development of Saintpaulias.
Violet Peacock: photo
Like many other indoor indoor flowers, peacock violets are completely unable to withstand harsh winds and drafts. Also, sharp temperature changes can affect their condition, so it is better to abandon any such experiments altogether, so as not to inadvertently cause enormous damage to the plant. In a compact container, violets feel most comfortable, and this aspect must be taken into account just when the gardener decides in which pots and containers the indoor Saintpaulias will grow. This condition is also very important in order for a sufficient number of buds to form on the bush, because the decorativeness of the plant, its bright and abundant flowering, which gardeners and flower growers are so fond of, will depend on this.
It is best to pick up small plastic cups for planting Peacock violets, but clay or ceramic pots can also work, but here you should make sure that their surface is porous and allows oxygen to pass directly into the root planting system. The size of the container is another important aspect. As a rule, the capacity should be about three times smaller than the outlet of the violet itself, so that it develops normally, and so that the root system feels comfortable and cozy in this case. Of course, the composition of the soil in which the violets grow is also of great importance, since in this respect the plantings can be quite capricious and whimsical.
Substrate for Violet RM Peacock can be purchased at a specialist gardening store, nursery or farm. There he will have the most correct and balanced composition, and is also perfect for planting violet crops. The composition also includes all the most essential vitamins and minerals, trace elements and components that have a very positive effect on the growth and development of planting. They are necessary for nourishing the bush and for it to develop, give abundant flowering, be decorative and just very attractive. In addition, the ready-made soil mixture purchased in the store is completely ready for use, you can not harden it, disinfect it and not additionally process it.
Also, the gardener can prepare the soil mixture on his own. In order to make it as suitable and saturated as possible for violets, it is worth adding elements such as turf soil, leafy soil, humus and sand to the soil. All this is mixed very thoroughly so that the mixture is homogeneous and so that no layers form. Also, before using a self-made soil mixture, it should be disinfected with potassium permanganate, and also calcined or frozen so that all microorganisms that have gotten into the soil or in its components die and do not cause any further diseases of violets. If you observe all the proportions, then you can achieve an excellent and very fertile result of the violets themselves.
Violet Peacock: photo
In addition, to make the soil even more saturated, you can also add a little bone meal and one spoonful of superphosphate to the above components, which are considered ideal and at the same time completely safe additives. All these components must be very thoroughly mixed so that they are evenly distributed and evenly perceived by all plantings that the gardener carries out. Ideally, the soil for the RM-Peacock violet should be breathable, airy and very light. As for acidity, this indicator must necessarily be very low, because only in this case the plant will feel most comfortable.
Of course, if you follow all the rules, then even a gardener who initially did not have any experience can cope with creating his own soil, and this is the first time he decided to make soil mixture for violets (and in general for plants) with his own hands. If the gardener has decided to transplant the violet from one container to another, it is also recommended to install a good and high-quality drainage layer at the bottom of the pot, and also to make several holes in the pot itself. Thanks to this, excess moisture will come out of the soil, will not stagnate in the soil, swamping it.Then the root system will be safe, the risks that the roots will begin to rot will decrease, and the manifestations of diseases will begin.
Caring for planting violets RM Peacock
Violet Peacock: photo
The very first watering of Peacock violets is carried out after the plant has been transplanted. A transplanted plant is a plant that was purchased in the form of a rooted leaf, as well as in the form of a baby, and planting materials are placed in a container where they will grow constantly. The violet also should not be constantly moistened, as this will lead to waterlogging of the soil and, as a result, the root system will be very painful and can rot. It will be sufficient to periodically add moisture to the soil, and take into account that this is usually done after the topsoil dries out. Usually, it is recommended to moisten the soil on average once every ten days, but if certain microclimate conditions are established, then watering can be carried out more often, or vice versa - a little less often. For irrigation, it is recommended to take settled water at room temperature,
Each plant needs a grower to add additional components and nutrients. Especially in this case, it is worth talking about how exactly flowering shrubs need it. For saintpaulias (indoor violets), it is recommended to use ready-made complex preparations and formulations that carry out a comprehensive saturation of the plant with nutrients, microelements, macroelements. Usually, these compositions are applied when the violet throws all its strength into building up the leaf mass, and this happens about once every ten days. The compositions are recommended to be applied simultaneously with watering, so that the substances immediately disintegrate and quickly enter the root system. During the flowering period, it is best not to feed the bushes, since the violet at this moment accumulates all its strength, and it is better not to interfere with this process. Thus, the plant will feel much more comfortable and lighter, and the flowering will be bright and decorative.
Diseases and pests
Violet Peacock: photo
It is worth talking a little about what diseases and pests can cause some harm to the plantings of the Peacock violet variety. For example, flower growers most often encounter such ailment as powdery mildew, which is most often found when growing violets in indoor conditions. The main symptom of the appearance of this disease is that white pieces begin to form on the green leaves of violets - a whitish bloom, which just indicates that something is wrong with the plant, and urgently needs to take certain measures in order to overcome the mealy dew. If suddenly a florist noticed that brownish marks appeared on the leaves, then this is a sign that another rather dangerous disease has begun to develop on the plant - late blight. Because of late blight, the root planting system suffers greatly, which begins to actively rot, which means that if certain measures are not taken in time, then rotting will lead to the fact that as a result the plant will die altogether, and it will be simply impossible to save it. In addition, diseases can spread to still healthy plantings, and they do not need so much time for this. So as soon as the florist noticed the signs of any of the listed diseases, then it is necessary to immediately send the plant to quarantine, process it, remove the affected parts and do everything possible to save the violet from death.
If a white bloom appears on the leaves or stems, then this may also indicate that the plant was infected with the so-called gray rot. In this case, it is necessary to immediately remove all affected areas, and also replace the soil so that it does not continue to progress the growth of the infection.Sections after removal of the affected parts must also be treated with a fungicidal group of drugs. If suddenly the grower does not comply with the norms and schedule of watering, then this can lead to the fact that the plant becomes infected with a disease such as fusarium. As a result of this disease, the leaves and stems of the shrub actively rot, in general, the plant loses its attractiveness, its appearance becomes extremely painful, so it is immediately necessary to take a variety of measures so that this disease does not lead to the final death of the plantings.
Another disease is plant rust, which manifests itself as small brownish-brown specks placed on leaves and stems. Many diseases can be detected in time and treated with the help of treatment with special drugs, which are just intended for this. The most important thing is to follow the instructions for using the drug, because if you do not follow it, this can lead to the fact that the gardener will incorrectly introduce some drugs, the wrong one. The concentration of the agent will be applied to the leaf and stem parts, because of which the plant will experience even more negative sensations, it may start to hurt even more, and as a result, it will die altogether. It is also recommended to update the soil mixture in which the violets grow, to disinfect the container so that the plant is in complete sanitation, and so that new foci of infection do not arise.
The most dangerous and destructive pests for Peacock violets are considered pincers, they can safely attack indoor plants, and given their microscopic size, the florist will not immediately understand that harmful insects have settled on the plant. The presence of ticks can be indicated by a cobweb that forms on the leafy part of the plant, and which just indicates that the pest has already managed to settle on the planting, so it is imperative to take some significant measures so that the plant does not die due to such an attack ... Also, scale insects can become a real and very serious problem for a florist. An unpleasant and viscous mucus remains on the plant's body from the scale insects, which just indicates that a pest has wound up on the violet, and it is urgent to fight it, otherwise it will begin to multiply rapidly, and the plant will simply die as a result.
The green mass is targeted by thrips, who like to suck out all the juices and vital nutrients from it. In addition, thrips can also enjoy flowers. In this case, it is recommended to prune the plant, and the remaining parts are carefully processed using specialized preparations that are intended to combat pests and microorganisms. The plant can also begin to rot, and nematodes become the cause of this negative manifestation. Experts usually give a comparison of nematodes and outbreaks of gray rot, but if suddenly microorganisms and pests are born on the plant, then rot will be a clear sign, but there will be no plaque on the violets. The bush will begin to fade very quickly, spontaneous outbreaks of decay of leaves and stems will begin, and as a result, it is highly likely that the plant will be impossible to save if the grower does not take absolutely any measures in time. Usually, in this case, if the plant has been attacked by pests or acquired a disease in a progressive form, then it is best to destroy the violet altogether. The earthen substrate after the violets that were sick is also not recommended to be used, since signs of the vital activity of pests will remain in it, which means that this substrate is completely unsafe for future plantings. It is also thrown away.
It is recommended that you regularly examine the Peacock Violet to check for any signs or symptoms of disease, or signs that the plant has been attacked by any pests or bacteria.If suddenly the florist finds any deviations, then he must immediately find out their nature and apply medications in accordance with the instructions for use. In general, regular planting inspections reduce the likelihood of developing diseases and also increase the chances of saving the plant. Instructions for the use of drugs are an important key, you must not forget to get acquainted with it, because if you use the drugs and means correctly, you can save the plant and not cause any harm to yourself and your own health.
Conclusion, reviews about the variety of violets Peacock
photo: violet RM Peacock
So, the RM Peacock variety is beautiful violets, which are painted in a wonderful and very attractive shade. The leaves of the variety are green, standard, like any other violet varieties. If the plant develops in accordance with the specified norms, then the rosette will form evenly. The abundance and health, decorative characteristics of future flowering will depend on her health. But a lot will also depend on the gardener himself, because it is very important to take into account the characteristics and needs of the variety, to understand what he needs at one time or another.
The agricultural technology of the variety includes the most elementary requirements that both a gardener with experience and one who has little or no experience can cope with. It is important just to listen to your own feelings when examining the plant, to take into account any changes in external characteristics, in the intensity of growth, color of the deciduous part and buds. Any deviations will indicate that the gardener is making mistakes somewhere, and it is imperative to pay attention to these subtleties, correct them in time so that the plant does not become lifeless and does not die at all. Of course, agricultural technology includes watering, feeding, reproduction, lighting - all these and many other points must be organized not only in accordance with the characteristics of the variety, but also in accordance with the state of the bush itself. Officially, this variety is classified as a herbaceous plant, and it belongs to the large group of Saintpaulias. This suggests that it is also worth using some standard techniques in caring for violets, which are just characteristic of this rather extensive group. But in all other respects, one should be attentive to the nuances and subtleties, and then very soon the window sills will be decorated with incredibly attractive and interesting plants that will really delight not only the grower himself, but also the guests who come to his house and admire his plantings.
As for the reviews about this variety, there are mostly positive and really pleasant descriptions. Florists emphasize that it is not so often possible to find an unpretentious, and at the same time incredibly attractive plant, which not only does not give the gardener much trouble, but at the same time gives an incredibly abundant and generous flowering in various conditions. The brighter the lighting and the more favorable the microclimate, the closer the characteristics of the plant will be to the varietal, originally declared descriptions. Sometimes the flowers can change their color, it can become paler if the conditions of the plant change. But this in general does not harm the plant, although it is better to maintain the best possible conditions regularly and at any time of the year. This advice is given by professional florists who have also been engaged in their own breeding of violets, their reproduction and crossing to obtain new varieties and varieties.
