The main nurseries that grow beautiful, abundantly flowering shrubs of tulip geraniums are in Holland, Germany and Sweden. Pelargonium tulip first appeared in the American city of Boston, in the mid-70s of the last century. In the beginning there were only 5 unusual species, each hybrid variety of tulip pelargonium was named after the women of the family breeders who bred this beautiful flower. Pelargonium is known as geranium, and has long become the home favorite of many housewives.

general characteristics

Pelargonium inflorescences look elegant, flowers have elongated petals that tightly surround the stamen. Color variations are varied and depend on the plant variety, but the appearance of each is charming and sophisticated in its own way.

An unusual form of pelargonium was achieved artificially, by a long process of hybridization, in which a zonal geranium with a simple flat corolla was taken as a basis. However, there is a version that the curved shape of the petals turned out in the process of natural mutation.

Pelargonium tulip

Geranium is very difficult to hybridize; in the process of growth, it is distinguished by the desire to return to its original appearance. Nevertheless, breeders from the American nursery Andrea managed to breed 14 varieties of a luxurious flower with an amazing half-open bud shape, which remains unchanged throughout the flowering period.

Description of the plant:

  • bush height - ranges from 30 to 75 cm, depending on the variety;
  • color - from beige to deep dark red;
  • leaves - dark, green, hard, with a slight sheen, with veins, one side is darker than the other;
  • each flower contains 7-9 petals;
  • the edges of the petal are smooth or serrated;
  • the petals of the flower are rolled up, tightly covering the stamens, which complicates the selection of the plant;
  • on each stem - up to 50 flowers, collected in airy inflorescences.

Interesting. The plant is not only luxurious, but also useful. By releasing phytoncides, it disinfects the air, geranium oil helps with headaches and repels insects. Pelargonium petal tea has a calming effect.

Characteristics of varieties

All varieties of tulip pelargonium are bred only in nurseries, because the closed shape of the bud makes pollination difficult in natural growing conditions.

Marbacka Tulpan

Pelargonium Apple Blossom Rosebud

Marbasca Tulip is distinguished by abundant year-round flowering.

A variety with a surprisingly delicate color of flowers. Tight, pot-bellied buds with double petals will adorn any flower collection.

On a note! Pelargonium Marbacka Tulpan has a standard bush, but it requires shaping pruning.

Description of Tulip Marbaki:

  • leaves are glossy, dark green;
  • petals - curved, terry;
  • color - white and pale pink;
  • flower size - 9-10 mm.

This elegant inflorescence, due to the specific shape of the flowers and their splendor, has a second name - "Indomitable Blonde".

Marbacka Tulpan

Pelargonium Lilian Andrea

Important!Refers to a variety of miniature pelargonium. It bushes very well, many flowers are formed on the stems, grouping in inflorescences.

The distinctive features of Pelargonium Linea Andrea and Lilian Andrea are the same:

  • bush - undersized, no higher than 20-25 cm;
  • color - pronounced bright crimson in Lillian Andrea;
  • color - pale lilac at Linea Andrea;
  • petals - with a pointed top;
  • leaves - green, covered with small villi.

Interesting!Pelargonium Lilian Andrea has a very festive look, flowers with sharp tips resemble a decorative tulip.

Marbacka Sorgardens pelargonium

Refers to the standard area view. Have Marbacki Sorgardens pelargonium:

  • large inflorescences of pink or peach flowers;
  • petals - delicate, terry;
  • green leaves with shallow veins;
  • bush belongs to dwarf plant species.

Delicate inflorescences of this bush are like a wedding bridal bouquet. This type of geranium must be provided with the necessary temperature regime and timely watering, otherwise the flowering will not be so luxurious.

Marbacka sorgardens

Pelargonium Marbacka Rose

It has a neat bush structure that does not need formative pruning. Distinctive features of Pelargonium Marbasca Rose:

  • bushes well;
  • flowers - flesh and pale pink, closer to the core - rich coral;
  • inflorescences are large, fluffy, airy and at the same time dense;
  • has a fast growth, begins to bloom from the very embryos of buds.

Important!Pelargonium Marbacky Rose is distinguished by its extreme unpretentiousness and undemandingness, it is problem-free, takes root in any conditions and adorns the windowsill with its delicate bouquets throughout the year.

Agrotechnics

The tulip flower is unpretentious and does not require special conditions of detention, but there are requirements that must be adhered to.

The soil

Pelargonium Pink Rambler

The composition of the soil does not really matter, but it should not be clayey. Any universal primer that is sold in specialized stores will do. For looseness, it is mixed with sand 5: 2 and a small amount of wood ash is added.

At the bottom of the flower pot, drainage from shells or small pebbles must be placed, otherwise excess moisture will accumulate, which will lead to decay of the root system.

Lighting

On a note. During the growing season, Linnea Andrea Pelargonium needs light for 15-17 hours a day.

In a place where there is not enough light, pelargonium will stop blooming and will quickly fade. She needs a lot of lighting to develop at full strength. In winter, it is advisable to put a fluorescent lamp over it, especially if the flower pot is not on the windowsill.

In summer, natural light is enough for geraniums, but it must be protected from direct sunlight, otherwise the leaves will burn. The best place for a flower would be a loggia or balcony with enough light.

Air temperature

Pelargonium Lilian Andrea does not tolerate drafts; when airing the room, remove the flower pot with geraniums from the windowsill.

The temperature regime depends on the seasonal season:

  • in summer - about 25 degrees Celsius;
  • in winter - 18-19 degrees Celsius.

Important!Geranium tulip suspends the growing season when the temperature changes abruptly. Heaters and other heat sources are bad for shrub growth and flowering. In addition, they provoke the development of diseases in geraniums.

Watering

An excess of moisture causes decay of the roots of the plant, with a shortage, the plant withers, stops blooming, the leaves turn pale, brown spots appear on them. Pelargonium prefers moderately moist soil, it is watered:

  • in summer - in dry air, the flower is watered little by little, but daily;
  • in winter, it is enough to moisten the ground 2-3 times a month.

For watering, tap water is defended, poured whenever the earth dries up, they do it strictly at the root, avoiding splashes on the leaves and buds.

You can not spray the bush with a sprayer, this leads to deformation of the leaves and the appearance of spots on them. In order to regularly receive moisture to the root, a little water is poured into the pan. The dust deposited on the leaves is wiped with a damp cloth.

Fertilizer

Need to know! If you feed pelargonium with nitrogen-containing fertilizers, the green part of the plant will begin to grow, and the buds will stop forming.

The soil is filled with nutrients during planting of a flower, then liquid fertilizers intended for this type of plant are added 2 times a month. Any complex mixtures that contain potassium and phosphorus are suitable.

The shrub is intensively fed during the period of active flowering, when the flower has a break in budding - no more than 2 times a month.

Care

For the good development of an ornamental shrub, no special care is required. Enough:

  • comply with all of the above conditions;
  • pick off dried leaves;
  • pinch the extended branches in time to form a beautiful plant shape.

Pinching is done before the growing season over 6 leaves, this contributes to a more abundant flowering of pelargonium.

Care

Important! During flowering, the shape of the flowers may change. Such flowers must be removed immediately. If buds of irregular shape appear again, the plant is cut to the root and a new bush is formed.

Reproduction

Geraniums are propagated in two ways:

  • seeds;
  • by cuttings.

The propagation of pelargonium by seeds is extremely simple, does not require much effort.

Seeds are sown in the middle of winter according to the following scheme:

  • before landing, they are slightly injured, they are punctured with a knife on each;
  • kept in a growth stimulator for 3-4 hours;
  • spread on a clean cloth to dry;
  • prepare a shallow container, pour fertilized soil into it;
  • seeds are placed at a distance of 4-5 cm, they are not immersed deep in the soil, they are lightly sprinkled with earth, watered and covered with a film to create a greenhouse effect.

Important!As soon as 2 leaves appear on the sprout, it is transplanted into a pot to a permanent place of growth.

Cutting of tulip pelargoniums can be done at any time of the year.

It is not difficult to cut pelargonium:

  • break off on a bush a small strong process, about 7 cm long;
  • put in a jar of water until the roots appear;
  • the stalk with roots is planted in prepared soil, it takes root quickly and in any conditions;
  • put the pot in a sunny place;
  • look after as for an adult plant.

Need to know! To avoid counterfeiting, it is necessary to purchase seeds of hybrid varieties of tulip pelargonium in specialized stores and nurseries.

Diseases, pests and control of them

Marbasca Tulip pelargonium suffers from the same diseases as other varieties of this plant:

  • gray mold - gray mucus appears on the leaves;
  • rust - affects the leaves with brown spots;
  • black leg - young twigs and petioles turn black, leaves fall off.
Pelargonium Fischers Appleblossom

Having found signs of the disease on the plant, the affected areas are removed, treated with appropriate pesticide preparations.

Of the pests, the cuttings shoot of pelargonium is attacked by:

  • mealybug;
  • whitefly;
  • spider mite.

Important! If you do not follow the rules of agricultural technology, then the exclusive plant will turn into an ordinary geranium.

When pests appear, the plant is washed with soapy water, but it is better to apply insecticides - this is more effective and reliable.

The semi-open buds of tulip pelargonium look very elegant, which distinguishes them from other varieties of geraniums. Bright inflorescences will bloom all year round, in winter they will decorate any balcony and windowsill, and on warm days they will fill the summer veranda with a sense of elegance and celebration.