Pelargonium Anita (Anita) - features of care
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Pelargonium Anita is one of the most beautiful varieties of culture. It has excellent decorative properties. At the same time, the culture is absolutely unpretentious in care. The plant is gaining more and more popularity.
Pelargonium Anita (Anita) - what kind of rosebud variety it looks like
Pelargonium Anita is a culture from the Geraniev family. Anita pelargonium, according to the description, belongs to the rosaceous species.
Brief description, history of origin or selection
The plant is a hybrid variety. It is created on the basis of rosaceous and geranium crops. The flower is characterized by beautiful small buds that resemble roses. The leaves are the same as those of geraniums.
The plant has beautiful pink buds
Pelargonium grows up to 50 cm. It is characterized by a lush bush, which includes many inflorescences. In appearance, they resemble roses of the correct rounded shape.
The buds are pink in color and have a closed center. The decorative properties of the culture are associated with foliage. It has a natural shine and a juicy green color.
Growing pelargonium Anita, features of keeping at home
In order for the cultivation of a crop at home to be successful, they provide proper care.
Illumination and temperature conditions
The plant needs sufficient light. When grown in the shade, the bush will develop but will not flower. Adequate lighting is required to achieve abundant flowering. At the same time, the plant should not be exposed to direct sunlight, which leaves burns on the petals and foliage.
Pelargonium develops well at moderate temperatures. At the same time, a temperature below +10 ℃ is contraindicated for a flower. It will lead to the death of the flower, which will stop blooming, lose its decorative properties and may even become infected with a black leg. In the summer of pelargonium, fresh air is useful. With a decrease in temperature indicators, the pot must be moved into the house.
Watering rules and humidity
The plant needs moderate watering. It is carried out if necessary. Before moistening the soil, check it with your finger. When a dry crust appears, the bush is watered at the very root. The water should be at room temperature. At the same time, it is not recommended to wet the foliage.
It is important to maintain the correct watering regime. In dry weather, there is a risk of foliage wilting. When the bushes are waterlogged, there is a threat of rotting of the root system.
The plant needs timely and high-quality watering
Top dressing and soil quality
It is recommended to fertilize the plant constantly. The only exception is the winter period, when the crop is not fertilized. During this period, she is gaining strength before the beginning of the growing season. The rest of the time, the bushes are fed twice a month.
Geranium Anita can be fertilized with ready-made compounds. It is permissible to make top dressing with your own hands.In any case, the composition must contain potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, nitrogen.
When using fertilizers, the instructions are strictly followed. The reason for the yellowing of the leaves is a violation of the dosage of the product.
Flower container size
The size of the pot directly affects the flowering of the crop. For pelargonium, it is undesirable to use too large a container. Otherwise, all the forces of culture will be directed to the formation of roots. Until they completely fill the pot, the ground portion will not grow. In such a situation, flowering can be poor.
Only the smallest containers are suitable for young plants. Subsequently, a pot 14 cm in diameter and 15 cm in height should be used. If you want to use a large container, it is worth planting several cuttings of the culture in it at the same time. When doing so, observe an interval of 5 cm.
Pruning and replanting
In order for the plant to have an attractive decorative shape, it must sometimes be cut. It is not recommended to perform this manipulation in the spring, since there is a risk of damage to the buds, which are just beginning to form.
Cut off the bushes after flowering is complete. To activate the formation of lateral branches, pinching of fresh ones is carried out. This is done when 3-4 leaves are formed on them.
The plant is periodically pruned
Features of flowering plants
This variety of pelargonium is characterized by abundant flowering. If properly cared for, a crop can bloom for a long time. Several inflorescences are formed on 1 bush during the season. They replace each other or dissolve at the same time.
A period of activity and rest
The period of activity begins in the spring - at the stage of bud formation. The plant has a long flowering period. It lasts for several months. Most often, the flowering of pelargonium continues until mid-autumn, when the temperature drops and daylight hours are significantly reduced.
During the dormant period, the number of watering is reduced and fertilization is abandoned. Thanks to this, pelargonium accumulates strength for the new season.
Types and shape of flowers
The flowers have a rounded shape and dense inner petals. Therefore, the middle always remains closed. The buds have a delicate pinkish color. In appearance, the inflorescences resemble roses.
Propagation of geranium by cuttings, when it is better to do it
With strict adherence to the rules of reproduction, it will be possible to get a strong and healthy plant. The procedure is carried out by cuttings. The seed method does not preserve the varietal characteristics of the crop.
It is permissible to carry out cuttings throughout the year. However, experts recommend carrying out the procedure from March to July. Pelargonium Anita is propagated according to the description:
- The apical stalk 5-7 cm long is separated from the mother culture. It is recommended to give preference to a semi-lignified branch. Soft cuttings will not be able to adapt to new conditions. Cutting off the stalk is recommended with a sharp knife. His blade is disinfected.
- Ready-made soil is used for planting. A self-made substrate needs careful disinfection.
- The cuttings are dried and placed in a plastic cup with soil. Pre-holes are made in the container, which provide high-quality drainage. Before planting, all leaves are cut from the bottom of the cutting. If this is not done, there is a risk of rotting.
- The roots will appear in a couple of weeks. After planting, the bush should be watered carefully. It is important to avoid extreme dryness or waterlogging of the soil. Water the plant strictly at the root or pour water along the edge of the glass. The liquid should be used sparingly to avoid the development of decay processes.
- In order for the plant to root normally, it is provided with high-quality illumination. When breeding pelargonium during a short daylight hours, it is worthwhile to provide additional lighting.
The plant is propagated by cuttings
Growing problems, diseases and pests
When growing a culture, you can face the development of various pathologies. Pelargonium can suffer from root rot development. The disease is caused by keeping the flower in a too cold room. Excess watering also leads to the development of pathology. Of the pests, the plant most often suffers from whiteflies and spider mites.
How to deal with them
To cope with the development of diseases, chemical agents are used - for example, Fitolavin or Biporam. Correct implementation of agrotechnical measures is of no small importance. When cultivating a plant, it is important to balance the composition of the soil and adjust the watering.
The flower often suffers from pest attacks
Pelargonium of this variety has excellent decorative properties. It is considered unpretentious to care for and is very popular with flower growers. At the same time, adherence to simple recommendations will help to achieve lush flowering. These include timely watering, pruning, and fertilization.
