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One of the first varieties of roses, for which warm feelings appear once and for all, is the beautiful Ice fo yu rose, first obtained by the Englishman James in the process of experimental crossing.
The history of the creation of the variety
This hybrid perennial was bred in the UK as a result of crossing the beautiful Persian rose and the Persian Hultemia, and is the closest relative of the fragrant rose. The rose variety developed by an English breeder is suitable for cultivation in flower beds and borders. The species belongs to the Floribunda group.
Characteristic
Eyes for you rose is a perennial shrub, capable of growing up to 130 cm in height, 70 cm in width. Erect shoots of a sapling of a vertical shape, each equipped with sharp thorns. The leaf blades of the species are of medium size, intense green shade with low gloss.
Rose ice fo yu
Ays gives catchy double flowers; in the process of cultivation, subspecies of several shades are found. The maximum bud diameter is 10 cm, each of them can accommodate up to 20 wavy petals. Eye-catching inflorescences are collected in 5-7 buds of various diameters. Unopened inflorescences of a soft cream tone, the top is painted in a pinkish tint. The blossoming roses take on delicate lavender shades. Florists, in addition to this species, often choose the Blue Ice rose, thanks to its large blue flowers that stand out against the general background.
Rose Aes Fo yu is attractive in the garden for its pronounced aroma, similar to that of citrus or lavender oil. Pleases with long flowering, starting from sultry June, until the onset of autumn cold snaps.
Rosa Aiz for yu has excellent winter hardiness, therefore it is suitable for cultivation in the conditions of central Russia. It can safely withstand temperatures as low as -20 degrees. A perennial requires additional shelter for the winter period if it is located in a region with a harsh climate. Young seedlings are highly resistant to destructive diseases - powdery mildew and black spot. This is a general description of the species that every gardener needs to learn.
Agrotechnical features
The planting site of this variety is chosen sufficiently illuminated, while the light should be diffused. Lack of light is critical for a hybrid, as it has a negative effect on its flowering. The high location of groundwater and wind blowing are unacceptable for this perennial. It is advised to plant beauties next to ground cover perennials, miniature bushes, against their background they look even more advantageous.
Planting roses
Before planting, the roots are shortened by 30 cm and placed in a growth regulating compound. As for the timing of planting the purchased samples, it is better to plant them in the spring, when the soil is well warmed up.
Beautiful roses cannot stand moisture stagnation, so they need to provide high-quality watering.The unusual rose Ice fo yu is a typical water bread, but during a moderately warm summer, high-quality watering once a week is enough for it. In this case, the volume of water should not exceed 5 liters per 1 bush. If a drought occurs, then 5 liters of water are added under the root every 3 days.
Proper care of a beautiful rose is a guarantee of her health and longevity. For the winter, a florist removes all dead branches on which pests may appear. Also unripe and beaten shoots are subject to removal.
In the spring, the bushes of roses Es fo yu are cut so that 10 buds remain on the stems. These actions allow you to get large inflorescences during the flowering of the species. In the summer, growers carefully cut off the falling flowers so that the stem does not waste energy for ripening the fruits.
Reproduction methods
You can spread the Ice rose with ordinary cuttings, up to 20 cm long, for this a neat cut is made under the bud. The resulting cuttings are carefully examined for visible damage and disease. The cuttings are rolled up in newspapers, moistened with water, and then placed in a cool place for rooting, the desired result occurs after 4 weeks.
Propagation of roses by cuttings
The resulting seedlings are placed in open ground, while the process is no different from the usual. The planted young growth is covered with a plastic bottle, and the result is a kind of greenhouse, where the seedlings will actively develop until the beginning of summer.
In the autumn period, perennials can be spread by offsets and rooting of young shoots. The optimal time for this procedure is early October, so that the first roots can form on the shoots in a month. For this purpose, a small trench is dug near the bush, with a maximum depth of 15 cm, where a rose shoot is placed so that the middle enters the trench. Checkmarks made of strong wire bend the shoot to the ground, and remove all the foliage from the middle of the shoot. The dug recess is sprinkled with soil. The next spring, the established layers are transplanted to a permanent place, in winter they do not forget to cover them with the remaining foliage.
Advantages and disadvantages
Experienced growers prefer to choose this rose variety due to the following advantages:
- The original shade of flowers;
- Large double flowers, like Ice Rose pelargonium;
- Unpretentious care, which is also typical for the Blue for yu variety;
- Ability to withstand temperature drops down to -20 degrees;
- The abundance and duration of flowering, as in the Pink Intuishn variety;
- Increased resistance to various diseases.
This unique variety has its own drawbacks that every florist who decides to start it on the site needs to know. Among them, it is worth noting the fast flying around of flowers, unpredictable color during cultivation, the buds can easily fade in the sun.
