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Deren White is a deciduous shrub from the Far East. Its usual habitat is wetlands or river openings. Derain White Aurea as a variety was obtained by scientists for cultivation in garden conditions.
Description of white tree Aurea
White dogwood Aurea, according to the photo, is a shrub that can grow up to 3 m. It is distinguished by thin and flexible shoots directed upwards. There are also red-brown plants.
The leaf blades are very soft, ovoid in shape, often yellow in color with a matte surface. In autumn, their color changes to red.
The flowers of the Aurea white tree plant are very small, creamy-white in color with a honey-like apparatus. They form hemispherical inflorescences reaching a diameter of up to 5 cm.
Flowering occurs twice a year: abundantly from May to June and in September. In the first months of autumn, bluish-colored berries are formed. Derain White Aurea tolerates shade well, but without sunlight, the color of the leaves changes to green.
According to the description, Derain White Aurea is quite frost-resistant; in winter, its shoots turn red, which stands out against the background of snow.They prefer to plant it in sandy loam soils.
Deren Aurea in landscape design
Gardeners actively use the plant to decorate areas. The methods of using Deren Aurea are different: when the site is located in a wind-blown area, it replaces a fence. Thanks to its unpretentiousness and dense foliage, it protects other plants. To form a beautiful living fence, pruning shoots is used to give the desired shape.
It is possible to grow Derain male Aurea on a trunk: in the form of a single tree.
Planting and caring for white dogwood Aurea
The acquisition of a seedling and its transfer to the soil is carried out in the spring, when frosts stop and warm weather sets in.
It is also practiced to plant White Aurea Derain in the fall: it manages to strengthen in the ground during the winter period and enters an active growth phase with the onset of warm weather.
Rules for planting white Aurea tree
Before purchasing a seedling, it is necessary to carry out an external inspection: it must be intact, without mold, with uniform color and several shoots. The root system is not disturbed, placed in a moistened lump of earth.
Despite its unpretentiousness, it is recommended to pay attention to the choice of site: the plant prefers partial shade.
Derain White Aurea takes root difficultly in loam, but grows well in soil rich in lime.
Landing algorithm:
- Dig a hole so that the root system fits freely into it. Mineral supplements and humus are poured into it.
- They moisten the soil well.
- The seedling is watered and left for 10–15 minutes so that the soil is saturated with moisture;
- Move Derain White Aurea into the prepared hole and sprinkle with soil and moisten.
This algorithm is suitable for planting crops in the autumn. In the spring, after transferring White Derain into the soil, it must be mulched with humus, peat or wood chips.
Watering and fertilizing
If you choose the right site, White Derain Cornus Alba Aurea does not require frequent watering: in spring and autumn there is sufficient natural precipitation. In hot weather, moisten the plant once a week (at least 2 buckets per bush).
The main care consists of periodic loosening. This procedure is carried out carefully to prevent damage to the root system.
To obtain beautiful foliage, it is recommended to periodically fertilize the plant. For this purpose, mineral fertilizers are used. The first fertilizing is done in the spring; in the summer, compost or peat is added to the soil once (150 mg per bush).
Trimming and shaping
In one season, Derain White Aurea is capable of growing by 50–60 cm, which spoils the external aesthetic appearance, so pruning is necessary.
The procedure is carried out in the spring and involves removing old branches that impede the growth of young ones. To do this, pruning is carried out in such a way that 15–20 cm of shoots remain above ground level.
Fresh sections are treated with ash or activated carbon. This will prevent infection from entering the plant and speed up the healing process.
It is possible to carry out pruning in the autumn, but this will deprive the gardener of the opportunity to admire the red branches and berries in the winter.
Haircuts are carried out 2-3 times per season, the last procedure no later than the end of July. You can give it any shape using garden shears.
Preparing for winter
White Derain Aurea is often not prepared for the winter season: it tolerates frost well. Under particularly unfavorable conditions, it is recommended to cover the roots. To do this, use any material or form a snow cushion.
In the northern regions, to prevent the death of the plant, it is recommended to remove young shoots. To do this, they are dug up, preserving the root system, and transferred to the basement, where they are stored until spring. After warming, the shoots are transferred to the ground in their original place.
Growth rate of the Aurea bush
Every year the plant grows by 20–30 cm. The growth rate is affected by the climate and compliance with the rules of agricultural technology.
Reproduction
Breeding Derain White Aurea is possible in several ways. The most common is cuttings. Young shoots can be cut off annually. It is recommended to select branches with at least 7–9 buds.
The optimal time for cuttings is spring or autumn. Freshly cut shoots are treated with succinic acid, then placed in a container with a nutrient mixture and transferred to a greenhouse.
Over the summer, the buds on the shoots should bloom and produce new leaf blades. During the entire cutting period, fertilizing and watering are mandatory. In autumn, healthy seedlings with a formed root system can be transferred to open ground.
When creating a hedge, it is allowed to propagate Derain White Aurea by cuttings. To do this, in the spring, choose the longest shoot, which is bent to the ground and sprinkled with it. It is recommended to secure the branch with staples.During the summer, it is necessary to water the shoot and mulch the soil. By next year, the plant will have formed a root system that will allow it to develop independently. At the end of the rooting process, the shoot is separated from the mother shoot.
Diseases and pests
An adult plant is immune to most diseases, but young shoots are susceptible to attack by powdery mildew. The leaf blades are covered with a white coating, spreading from the roots to the tops. Favorable conditions for its manifestation are temperature changes and waterlogging of the soil. To prevent powdery mildew, it is recommended to plant White Aurea Derain at short intervals and water at the root.
When infected with powdery mildew, the shoots are cut out and the bush is treated with disinfectants.
The main pest is the scale insect. It destroys leaf plates, which can lead to the death of Deren the White. To destroy it, treatment is carried out with Decis, Karbofos.
It is possible to find aphids on the plant: they prefer to be located on flower buds, less often on stems. As a treatment, the bush is treated with a solution of garlic or celandine.
Conclusion
Derain White Aurea is an unpretentious plant that is highly frost-resistant, so it can grow in different regions. Thanks to its appearance, the bush is an excellent decoration for any garden. Unpretentiousness and ease of care are one of the main advantages of Deren Bely.
