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To decorate a summer cottage, gardeners try to select plants that not only have an attractive appearance, but are also unpretentious in further cultivation and care. White Siberian dogwood is a fast-growing, herbaceous plant with decorative shoots.
The perennial Derain white Sibirica belongs to the Dogwood family and is regularly used in landscape design.
Description of the Sibirika tree
After reading the characteristics and descriptions of White Siberian Derain, no gardener remains indifferent. Chic, bright ornamental bushes look great at any time of the year.
The leaves of the plant are quite wide, slightly pointed at the ends. The color of the Sibirika tree is rich green; closer to autumn, the bushes acquire a crimson hue.
The flowers of White Siberian Derain are small, cream-colored, and collected in lush buds. The flowering period of the plant is May-June, in the fall - September-October.
The berries are small, round in shape. The color of the fruit is white; in autumn the berries acquire a slightly blue tint.
The root of the perennial is flat, thread-like.The plant propagates well by cuttings and by dividing the bush.
The perennial can grow on almost any soil.
Derain Sibirika Variegata
White dogwood in Siberia has more than 50 species. Most varieties of perennials are used for decoration in landscape design. One of the most popular varieties is the white dogwood Sibirica Variegata. This variety is also fast-growing; it can grow up to 3 m in height.
Derain Sibirika Variegata has a wide spreading crown, the diameter of which is more than 1.5 m. This variety is significantly different from other types of perennials: the color of the bark of Derain Sibirika Variegata is brighter, often the bushes are bright red.
Bushes that are more than 10 years old may acquire a grayish tint. The leaves of the plant are ovoid, slightly folded. Flowering period is May-June.
Often the plant can bloom again in September. If the perennial is provided with proper care, the bushes will grow in one place for more than 20 years.
It is worth noting that from the description of the Sibirika Variegata derain is resistant to low temperatures, tolerates a lack of moisture and lack of sunlight.
The perennial is planted both alone and in group plantings. Such bushes look attractive in winter and have a bright, rich color.
In the photo you can see how white Siberian turf looks on the site.
White dogwood Pearl of Siberia
White dogwood Pearl of Siberia is also a fast-growing perennial. The plant has dark green leaves and burgundy stems. During the flowering period, the bushes become covered small white flowers, which are collected in small buds.
The period of active flowering is spring and autumn. White dogwood Sibirian Pearls tolerates sudden changes in temperature well and requires minimal care.
Deren Sibirika in landscape design
White cornus alba Sibirica is regularly used for decoration in landscape design. The plant acquires its brightest colors in autumn and winter. The rich red shades of the stems leave no one indifferent. The plant can be planted in any area. Preference is given to planting in parks, gardens and dachas.
White derain looks beautiful in group planting near bodies of water. When planted alone, plants are used for landscaping and landscaping.
However, most often white Sibirika Variegata derain is used in landscape design as background bushes and protective fences near highways. The plant can withstand city conditions well and is not afraid of exhaust fumes.
White Sibirika dogwood can be planted in any area, because the fiery red branches become a decoration of any garden or area on the cloudiest days.
Planting and caring for derain in Siberia
Before you start planting a plant, you need to choose the right place and prepare the soil. The perennial grows well in places that are regularly illuminated by sunlight. A small shadow for the white Siberian tree in the form of tall plants will be an additional advantage - this way the bushes look more decorative.
Planting and caring for white Sibirika Variegata dogwood is carried out in a standard manner, with strict adherence to all rules.
Landing dates
White Siberian turf is planted in early spring, rarely in autumn. To do this, you need to prepare cuttings in the summer. The shoots are taken from an adult bush and planted in moist soil.
As soon as the cuttings take root, you can begin caring for them. Regular watering and fertilizing are the basic rules for good perennial growth.
Landing rules
To properly land, you must follow these rules:
- Feed the soil before planting seedlings.
- Dig a deep hole the size of a bush root.
- Place the seedling so that the neck of the root system is at soil level.
- Fill up the planting hole.
- Water.
2 weeks after planting, it will be possible to begin the main watering and fertilizing.
Watering and fertilizing
Bushes need to be watered regularly. In dry weather, watering is carried out once a week; in rainy weather, irrigation is stopped. For proper growth after moistening, it is important to mulch the soil with straw. This way, the root system will remain moist longer.
It is also worth noting that perennials must be watered regularly. The appearance of the bush depends on the quantity and quality of watering. The most correct thing to do is to moisten the bushes at the root. Add 5-7 liters of water for each.
Fertilizing
The perennial needs regular feeding. Fertilizers are often applied in the spring. For this purpose, mineral and complex fertilizers are used.In the summer, humus or compost is added under the bushes.
Trimming
In order for the white Siberian dera bushes to have a decorative appearance, it is necessary to prune the shoots. Old and 3-year-old branches are subject to pruning. The procedure is carried out before flowering begins - in spring or late autumn.
It is also worth noting that if there are weak, leafy shoots on the bushes, they must be removed.
Preparing for winter
The Sibirika derain does not need any special preparatory measures. Only young plants need to be covered for the winter.
It is worth noting that in the autumn it is important to prune plants and apply mineral fertilizers. Closer to frost, if possible, you can cover the perennial root with fallen leaves.
Reproduction
You can propagate white Siberian dera bushes in 3 ways:
- With a cutting.
- Method of dividing a bush.
- Seeds.
Cuttings
Many summer residents propagate the white Siberian dogwood by cuttings. Often this procedure is combined with spring pruning of plants. To perform it correctly, you must adhere to the following algorithm of actions:
- Trim the top of an adult plant and place the shoot in moist soil.
- If the weather is windy outside, it is necessary to install supports.
- After 14 days the shoot will take root and take root.
Bush dividing method
This procedure is very simple:
- It is necessary to separate the young shoots with roots from the mother bush.
- Dig a shallow hole and plant.
This event should be held in spring or autumn.
Often Siberian turf is unpretentious, so the shoots will quickly and well take root.
Propagation by seeds
Seed material is collected from the perennial in the fall and stored until spring in a warm room.
Spring planting of perennial seeds is carried out according to the following recommendations:
- Prepare the soil with a mixture of peat, moss, sand and sawdust.
- Disinfect the soil by placing it in the cold.
- Before planting, mix the seeds with the prepared soil in a ratio of 1:3.
- Plant the seed in a permanent place in spring or autumn, deepening it by 5 cm.
All dogwoods are subject to this method of reproduction. Due to their ease of care, perennial plants take root well and require a minimum of care.
The main rule in successfully growing perennials is regular fertilizing and proper watering.
Diseases and pests
White Siberian dogwood is resistant to diseases and insects. However, the bush still needs preventive measures. Untreated plants can be affected by aphids and scale insects. It is worth noting that with regular application of mineral root and foliar fertilizers, the risk of damage by these pests is reduced to zero.
For home remedies, you can use an onion composition, a decoction of potato tops, or a herbal infusion of yarrow.
If a plant is affected by powdery mildew, it is necessary to treat it with colloidal sulfur or a soda composition with the addition of laundry soap. Bordeaux mixture will help get rid of stains on leaves. To combat gray rot, bushes are treated with Vectra.
Conclusion
White Siberian dogwood is an excellent solution for planting in any area. The perennial is unpretentious and blooms all year round. It needs to follow several rules of care: watering, fertilizing, pruning. Drought resistance and frost resistance allow the perennial to be planted in any region. White Siberian dogwood is not afraid of sudden changes in weather conditions and looks beautiful both in winter and summer.
