Scrofulous roses have long been recognized byThose who like to decorate their garden in a romantic style. The gazebos and fences, covered with these beautiful plants, are a magnificent sight. The climbing rose Don Juan differs from other varieties in velvety dark red cup-shaped buds, which completely justifies the name given to it. They really do have a temptation and a passion. The description of this variety and the peculiarities of caring for it are the main topic of the article.
What is a Don Juan clinging rose?The description of this variety includes the structure of the shoots, the height of the bush and the appearance of the buds. So, we begin our narration with the appearance of the plant. The bush of the climbing rose of this sort is distinguished by leathery dark green leaves, which are densely covered with erect stems. Its height can be up to three meters under favorable growing conditions. On average, this indicator is usually 2-2.5 meters.
Rose of the Don-Juan variety according to the flowering type refers tothe Claimber group, that is, it forms buds on the shoots formed this year. They have a cup-shaped shape, and the number of petals in one flower reaches 35 pieces. The diameter of the blossoming buds can be 11 cm! Don Juan's climbing rose is distinguished by its magnificent aroma, which every florist who has planted it on his plot can enjoy.
Основное достоинство этих роз состоит в том, что they are practically not damaged even by heavy rains and retain their freshness for a very long time. The duration of flowering is influenced by the fact that the buds are formed on the shoots during the whole summer. While some flowers die, new ones are revealed in their place.
This variety has good indicatorsfrost resistance and resistance to a variety of diseases, typical of the entire family Rosaceae. Nevertheless, the plant requires shelter for the winter, especially in the middle belt, the Urals and Siberia.
Выращивается роза плетистая Дон-Жуан так же, как and other plants from this group. Planting of young plants should be carried out in late April or early May, when the soil warms up sufficiently. In order for the bush to develop well, it is important to properly prepare a planting pit. First, do not put a rose in a small hole. For a normal development of the roots, a pit of 50 x 50 cm size and of the same depth is required. It is filled with a loose and moisture-absorbing soil with a weakly acid reaction.
Since the climbing rose of Don Juan grows to 2meters in height, you need to take care of the support in advance. As a rule, such bushes are planted along fences and fences, arbours or arches. It is important to plant seedlings on the southern side of the buildings. In addition, experienced flower growers do not recommend placing stumpy roses on the corners of buildings, since these places are usually heavily blown by the wind, and the "flowers queens" are poorly drafted.
Caring for roses of the Don-Juan variety is reduced totimely watering during vegetation and fertilizing with appropriate fertilizers. It is important to ensure that the surface of the soil under the bushes does not form crusts. To do this, periodically need to loosen it and sprinkle with a layer of mulch.
As it was said before, the Don-Joanknocks out the buds on the shoots that formed this season. To get a more lush bloom, it is important to promote their growth. For this purpose, annual shoots are cut off approximately by one third from the autumn. By the way, those twigs that have not had time to ripen are subject to mandatory removal. The fact is that they are most often damaged by winter cold and become a target for a variety of diseases and pests.
When landing near low (up to 1.5 m)it is recommended to form a plant in the form of a fan, when the shoots uniformly diverge from the base of the bush. Near gazebos, arches and other tall buildings, they can grow arbitrarily. The main condition is the presence of a support, for which the rose can "grab".
Rose Don Juan (stingray), reviews of which bywinter hardiness in most cases is positive, requires warming. To do this, it is sufficient to carry out a charge before the onset of stable colds and properly cover the soil around the plantations. The stems of the rose must be removed from the supports and neatly spread out on the ground, covering the top with lapnik and cover material. Before performing these procedures, it is important to remove all dry and diseased sprouts.
Саженцы, предназначенные для весенней посадки, best preserved in dark cool rooms: unheated cellars or pantries. Before putting them there, it is important to wrap the roots of the plant in moist paper or textiles. During the entire storage period, it is necessary to periodically check the planting material for rot or drying.
With all the advice, a climbing rose of the Don Juan variety will please its owners for many years with magnificent and fragrant flowering all summer.
