Thuya Golden Globe

Thuja "Golden Globe" is a very decorative ephedra with a ball-shaped crown that can be easily cut off. The variety is planted in places that are well lit by the sun. They also have a soil filled with nutrients. Taking care of the shrub is not difficult. But you still need to know the specifics of the cultivation of conifers.

Western thuja Golden Globe: variety description

Thuya Golden Globe: photo

The spherical thuja Golden Globe reaches a height, as a rule, of 75-80 cm. The maximum growth (1-1.5 m) can be observed in plants only by their twentieth birthday. Annual growth is only 8-10 cm. In width, thuja Golden Globe has the same dimensions as in length. But mature plants, if not cut, become oval in appearance.

The bark on the twigs and trunk is red-brown in color, exfoliates in narrow stripes. Thuja roots are located next to the surface layer of the soil. But there are 1-3 root rods that go deep into the earth. These roots help the shrub to withstand short dry periods.

Thuja western Golden Globe: photo

The needles in the middle of the crown have a deep green color. Upstairs, the shoots acquire a golden color in the summer. And in the winter season - orange-copper. In the spring, the needles again acquire a yellow color.

The color stands out strongly if the thuja grows in an open area. Loss of golden color occurs in shaded areas. The crown begins to thin and loosen. And also the shape of the ball disappears. In the southern regions, the shrub will suffer from exposure to direct sunlight. And also from high temperature air conditions. Therefore, it is recommended to cultivate plants in the south in semi-shaded areas.

Thuja "Golden Globe": conditions for good growth

Thuya Golden Globe: photo

• Planting was carried out on nutrient-rich soil.
• The root system does not suffer from moisture stagnation.
• The sun illuminates the crown well.
• In winter, the branches must be tied so that they do not break due to heavy snowfalls.
• Young bushes need to be shaded with a grid in February or March.
• Climatic conditions should be mild and humid. And also without droughts.
• The variety is not afraid of frost, it can withstand low temperature conditions up to -38 degrees.
• Ornamental ephedra is planted in mid-latitudes. But not in highly acidic soils.
• It is necessary to periodically cut the crown to form it.

Thuya Golden Globe in landscape design

Thuja western Golden Globe: photo

The variety is appreciated by gardeners who love rich colors all year round. Thuja of a decorative form is just suitable for them. As well as golden, warm color.

Application of thuja western Golden Globe in landscape design:

• Compacted tree to enter the territory.
• Live curbs.
• A component of the decor of the conifers on the flower beds.
• Single planting in the middle of the lawn.
• Element in rock garden and rockery.
• A beautiful evergreen plant in a container.
• The variety is valuable for its original coloration. And also a crown in the shape of a sphere.

Thuja "Golden Globe": methods of breeding varieties

The rooting of the variety is quick and easy. Because of this, the propagation of ornamental shrubs is often carried out by cuttings.And also by layering of the mother.

Reproduction is not carried out by seed. Because it is important not to lose all the characteristic varietal traits. Features will be inherited vegetatively. Breeders breed a variety by grafting.

From seeds, sprout will become a bush after 5-6 years. Before sowing, seeds collected in the autumn season must undergo a stratification procedure. This is done in the refrigerator. Or by direct sowing of seeds into the ground in the autumn season. The emergence of seedlings will occur in the spring season.

Propagation by cuttings

An easier way is propagation by cuttings. Propagated in the summer season. In the last days of June or in the first days of July, when the shoots have already sprouted during the spring. The petiole is cut off from a vertical, sturdy shoot located in the interior of the crown.

The branch must be cut or broken off so that part of the bark of the last year, the so-called "heel", is captured. As a rule, when the shoot breaks off abruptly, the separation of last year's bark takes place. With the help of this "heel" there will be an easy rooting of the petiole.

The branches must be treated with a preparation to stimulate the growth of the root system. And plant in loosened soil in a garden area or in a container. A film covering is spread over the soil or container. And also spraying is carried out every day. After the sprouts have taken root, the greenhouse is removed. For wintering, seedlings need to be covered with spruce branches.

How to correctly plant a spherical thuja Golden Globe

The shrub is planted in the spring season. Or in the early days of June. As a rule, young bushes are bought in nurseries already in containers. Summer transplant tolerance is good. In areas with a long fall season, conifers are planted in the first autumn month. So that the plant successfully takes root before the onset of frost.

How to choose a site for planting and prepare the soil

The growing area for this variety must be protected from wind gusts. The plant likes to grow in neutral soil with a pH of 4.5-6. Can grow in alkaline soils. Acidic soils are prohibited for cultivation.

In areas with weighted soil, a hole is dug out of such a size that a 15 cm long drainage system can fit in. As well as nutrient soil with peat and sand.

The root system prefers to be in loosened soils. These are loamy and sandy loam soils. For the potting mix you will need: peat, sand. As well as fertile soil from the pit in a ratio of 1: 1: 2.

The soil mixture is enriched with nitroammophos or a specialized complex for conifers.
It is not recommended to plant thuja near spruce trees. Because the spruce will block the bush.

Planting thuja Golden Globe: progress of work

First, a 60x80 cm pit is dug for planting. A drainage system is laid at the bottom of the hole. Top soil mixture.

Before planting plants, containers should be placed in large containers containing water. After that, the soil ball with the regrown root system is separated from the main soil.

The roots need to be spread a little on the ground. The seedling should be placed so that the root collar does not deepen. Because it must be at the same height as the surface soil of the site.

Then the hole must be sprinkled, compact the soil near the trunk. And also water 10-15 liters of water. It is immediately recommended to mulch the trunk circle to maintain moisture. And also to prevent the growth of weeds.

Tuya Golden Globe: leaving

Plants require careful, careful care. The crown of the variety is in the shape of a beautiful ball. In order for it to be always lush and compacted, it is necessary to carry out the pruning procedure 1 time / year.

When and how to water

It should be borne in mind that the earthen lump still contains the nutrients that were used for feeding in the nursery. A young seedling, as a rule, requires abundant watering.10-15 liters of water is poured in once every 5-7 days. Watering depends on rainfall.

If the soil is open, loosening of the trunk circle is carried out after watering has been carried out. And also weeds are removed. During the dry period, watering is carried out with 20 liters of water. Every 3-4 days later. In the evening, the plants are sprayed. If an adult plant is not watered during a dry period, fruits will begin to form. This will lower the indicator of the decorative effect of the shrub.

Top dressing

If there is enough feeding at the planting stage, then, as a rule, it is not worth feeding the shrubs in the first two years. The variety is not fed organics. Especially fresh. Because it can damage the root system.

Compost fertilizers are used for mulching for the winter. You need to use minerals. Universal complexes or specialized, specifically designed for conifers.

Pruning procedure

In the spring season, dried branches are removed from the shrub. They also form a bush. The tree is also cut in the summer season. When trimmed, the golden color of the crown changes slightly. Because the branches start to turn yellow at the top.

But the regrowth of new shoots is fast. That contributes to the splendor of the form of the variety. Pruning is done carefully. Half or a third of the shoots grown during the spring season are removed. When cutting off the entire new shoot, crown restoration will not occur. Because there are no dormant buds on the branches that are already lignified.

Thuja "Golden Globe": preparation for the winter period

A more thorough preparation is carried out for young plants. Because adults are no longer afraid of frost. Abundant watering is applied in the last days of September or in the second autumn month. Dosage - 25-30 liters for juveniles, 40 liters for old people.

The trunk circle needs to be mulched with a 10-15 cm layer. In regions with snowy winters, branches are tied to the trunk. Young bushes need to be covered with spruce branches, burlap or branches.

Harmful insects and diseases

Aphids, a false shield, a spider mite can harm thuja. In the fight against them, the following drugs are used: "Actellik", "Engio", "Aktara", "Confidor".

In the spring season, preventive measures are taken against the fungus. The following fungicides are used: "Quadris", "Horus", "Maxim", "Skor".

Summary

Thuja variety "Golden Glob" is famous for its unpretentiousness and decorativeness. It will revive any territory with its golden color. Because the crown is compact and miniature. The plant grows well in containers.

Tuya Golden Globe: reviews

Denis Sergeev, Penza region:

“We planted a variety of thuja“ Golden Globe ”as living borders. It turned out very attractive and expressive. True, after only 5-6 years. Slow growing shrub. But taking care of him is easy and simple.

Watering is enough 1 time / 7 days. If it's hot. Crown pruning began in the 3rd year after planting. You need to buy special scissors to make it easier to cut small shoots. "

Alevtina, Pskov region:

“That year I planted a young four-year-old plant in a container on the balcony. The result is a bush of green-golden color. Small in size. 40 cm long, 37 cm wide.

For the winter, she moved to the place where the temperature conditions were 1-3 degrees. Tara wrapped in sacking. In the spring season, the container was in the sun. In March days I made a shelter with the help of a net to avoid the needles' burns ”.

Margarita, Saratov:

Thuja Golden Globe is my dream that came true that year. Thuja pyramidal is already growing in my flowerbed. And also a spherical pine. The five-year-old thuja also joined them. This is still a baby. But it stands out among all for its golden color. "