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  1. Olga Ivyeva

    Do I need to cover terry varieties of gypsophila paniculata for the winter? What is the best way to propagate these plants so that they retain their maternal qualities?

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    • OOO "Sad"

      - Gypsophila paniculata (Gypsophila paniculata) is one of the largest representatives of its genus. Its openwork spherical bushes can reach a height of 1 m. Flowers, depending on the variety, are white or pink, up to 2 mm in diameter. I grow mainly white cultivars. In the summer, I must dry some of the branches for winter bouquets. In the fall, I cut the bushes almost to the root (the stems can be used to shelter other plants for the winter). Then I insulate the root zone with humus or compost, cover it on top with cut dry shoots of marigolds or spruce legs. In winter, I pour snow on these places.

      Highly decorative terry varieties of Gypsophila paniculata are propagated by cuttings in order to preserve the qualities of the mother plant, which are lost during the seed method. Cuttings are cut 3-4 cm long from the tops of young shoots before flowering, in May-June, and rooted in a loose substrate, deepening by 2 cm. Maintain soil and air moisture. After rooting, they are planted in a permanent place, retreating from neighboring plants about 80-100 cm.
      Gypsophila loves light, does not tolerate even partial shade. The soil prefers moisture - and breathable with a slightly acidic or neutral reaction. Watering is necessary for her only during the dry season. Does not tolerate fresh organic fertilizers.

      I feed my beauties 2 times a year: at the beginning of the season - with a complex spring fertilizer, in the summer - with a complex autumn fertilizer (according to the instructions). It is also good to dust the root zone with ash (2-3 handfuls). I did not observe pests and diseases on gypsophila.

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  2. Natalia VLADIMIROVA, landscape designer, Moscow

    Dahlias, daylilies, clematis, yarrows and other perennials in the middle of summer need enhanced feeding. On my site I often use organic matter. Horse manure works well - I scatter a thin layer of mulch around the plants. It is better to prepare a daily infusion from a mullein (1 kg / bucket of water). Under each bush, it is enough to pour 0,5-1 l (depending on size), moreover, on wet soil.
    In July, the lower leaves often begin to dry out. This means that the plants lack calcium and potassium. Infusion will help: 1 tbsp. pour boiling water over the ash overnight, dilute in 5 liters of water in the morning. This volume is enough for one bush. Remember: flowers need regular watering in the heat!

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