Rosa Weasley is known for her delicate pearl pink flowers. The variety is popular not only in its homeland in the UK, but also in other countries.
Rosa Weasley
Rosa Weasley is a hybrid of several varieties. It was bred by the famous English breeder David Austin. Due to its unpretentiousness, high frost resistance and bright flowering, the Weasley rose is well suited for breeding for a variety of purposes.
Short description, characteristic
The description of the appearance of the variety is similar to other varieties of roses. A neat, neat and spreading bush has a height of about 1.5 meters, and a width of 1.2 meters. Small leaves have a rich dark green color. At least 3 buds grow on each branch. The diameter of the lush buds is about 8 centimeters. The bud consists of 80 delicate pastel pink terry petals.
Weasley English rose
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The variety has more pros than cons:
- long flowering throughout the season;
- beautiful velvet buds;
- rich fruit and berry aroma during flowering;
- high resistance to frost and disease.
Important! Weasley practically has no drawbacks, the only thing that she does not tolerate is an excess of moisture. In case of improper abundant watering and due to excessive rains, he gets root rot.
Decorative use
Use in landscape design
The English Weasley rose is used both in landscape design and for decoration of bouquets. With the help of bushes create hedges, flower beds and various decorative plant and flower arrangements. This variety goes well with other varieties of English roses, the creator himself bequeathed to plant all varieties together in one flower garden.
Growing a flower, how to plant in open ground
Landing in open ground must be carried out correctly. The seedling should be planted in a suitable place at a specific time. Of great importance is the quality of the soil.
In what form is landing
Rosa Weasley is grown mainly with seedlings, which are better to buy in special stores.
What time is the landing
Landing is carried out in the spring. It is important that the land on the site warmed up well and all frosty days passed. English Rose Weasley can also land in the autumn, however, this method does not always contribute to the survival of bushes.
Location selection
The landing site should not be heavily lit. The shaded area does not affect the flowering and growth of the shrub, and constant exposure to sunlight has an adverse effect. The site should not have cold piercing drafts.
Important! Under the place where the bush is grown, groundwater should not pass. It is better to choose a site on a small hill.
How to prepare the soil and flower for planting
The soil must be loose and breathable so that moisture cannot stagnate. Therefore, to increase its drainage, it is necessary to introduce a little sand into the ground. Fertilizers are applied to the soil before planting.
For planting, choose healthy seedlings. Before planting in open ground, they are kept in a special, stimulating growth, saline solution.
Landing procedure step by step
Landing is carried out following these rules:
- Dig holes 40x40 cm in size (if the roots are long, increase the depth).
- A substrate is prepared from sand, peat, humus, fertile soil and superphosphate.
- The finished mixture is covered with a small layer of the bottom of the pit.
- The bushes are placed in the pits, the roots are straightened.
- Sprinkle a hole on the substrate.
- Every bush is watered abundantly.
- Spruce the bushes.
Proper care contributes to lush and vibrant flowering.
Plant care
For abundant flowering and healthy growth, special attention must be paid to caring for the English Weasley rose.
Watering rules and humidity
Excessive moisture accumulation is detrimental to the Weasley, so watering is carried out only when the topsoil dries. Water should be soft and slightly cool.
Note! For each adult shrub, no more than 5 liters of standing water is required.
Humidity should be on average. It is necessary to protect the bush from sudden jumps in humidity.
Top dressing and soil quality
The plant is fed with complex preparations for English rose varieties. The first top dressing must necessarily contain an increased level of nitrogen. The last top dressing before wintering is carried out with mineral and organic preparations.
The soil should be slightly acidic. If it is alkaline, humus or manure is introduced into it, if acidic, it is treated with lime.
Pruning and transplanting
The procedure for pruning a variety is quite straightforward. Shrub formation can begin after planting. As such, there are no strict pruning rules; it all depends on personal preferences. If you want to get a wide thick sprawling bush, then only dried or frozen shoots are cut. To get a compact bush, you need to trim two-thirds of the past height.
Note! The more shoots are pruned, the later roses begin to bloom.
Features of wintering a flower
The variety is resistant to frost, but for the winter shrubs should be covered with special structures made of dense polyethylene or polystyrene. Before shelter, you need to remove dried and rotted branches.
Weasley rose bud
Flowering roses
The Weasley Roses, like the rest of the English varieties, bloom early. Flowering continues throughout the season, until the first frost.
Period of activity and rest
The first flowering wave begins in May or June, depending on the growing area and climatic conditions. The faster the bush blooms, the sooner new shoots will appear and secondary flowering will begin. The next flowering wave occurs in the second half of August or early September and lasts until the first frosty days.
Care during and after flowering
During the flowering period, it is recommended to remove dried leaves, shoots and buds. It is necessary to increase the level of potassium and phosphorus during feeding. It is important to monitor the amount of watering. Excessive watering or its deficiency primarily affects flowering. The buds begin to fade and fade, their growth is suspended.
Important! During flowering, the presence of nitrogen in fertilizers must be excluded. Because of it, the foliage grows larger, and the buds become rare and small.
What to do if it does not bloom, possible causes
The problem of lack of flowering occurs most often due to abundant watering, especially hard cold water. But in the shade, the bushes feel good. But the buds cannot stand the heat and direct sunlight, they begin to fade and fade. With prolonged exposure to the sun, in the end, the flowers begin to fall off.
Flower propagation
English varieties at home are mainly propagated using cuttings. Rosa Weasley is no exception.
When produced
Propagated by cuttings in the spring. It is necessary to wait until small leaves appear on the stems.
Detailed description
A well-ripened shoot is selected and cuttings of 15 centimeters long are cut from it. The main thing is that there should be at least three leaves on each trim. Then the lower two leaves are cut and planted each stalk in a pre-prepared area, hidden from sunlight. Only the top leaf should be visible on the surface. Once the cuttings are rooted, a transplant can be carried out if necessary.
Diseases, pests and ways to combat them
Improper care and adverse conditions sometimes lead to the Weasley disease-resistant rose becoming sick with gray rot. To avoid this, waterlogging of the soil should not be allowed; shrub should be protected from drafts. Affected areas must be removed, and the bush treated with special preparations, for example Fitosporin.
Delicate flower is popular all over the world.
Rosa Weasley is famous for its delicate terry pearl pink buds. Despite the difficulties in growing, the variety is very popular among gardeners. Compliance with all the rules of cultivation will help to obtain abundant flowering throughout the season.
