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Thuja Globoza is a type of evergreen coniferous shrub. This is a variety of Western thuja that is very popular among landscape gardeners. It attracted close attention due to its unpretentiousness to growing conditions and beautiful appearance. Globoza fits perfectly into any decoration or composition.
A tree can decorate not only a site, but a square or park. Photos, descriptions and reviews will help you get to know Thuja Globoza better. A little about the view:
Description of thuja Globoza
A feature of the coniferous plant is the change in color of the coating depending on the growing conditions and the type of thuja. In the description of the western thuja Globoza, you can find shades from ordinary green to golden, blue or bronze. The shape of the crown also varies. It can be shaped like a ball, a column, or have the appearance of a straight or inverted pyramid. Thuja needles are not prickly, pleasant to the touch.Globoza is a dwarf variety of western thuja, the size of which differs from the traditional parameters of the conifer. The height of the thuja Globoza is no more than 1.5 m, the width is also about 1.5 m. Growth is slow, on average the shrub increases by 5 cm per year. The scale-like needles change color throughout the season. The green color is lighter in spring, darkens slightly in summer, and turns brownish or gray-green in fall. The coating is dense. The shoots are directed upwards. By crossing each other, they increase the density of the crown. To give the plant the desired shape, as well as to maintain the already formed crown, they are trimmed twice a year. The haircut also protects the crown of the thuja Globoza from loosening. It tolerates winter well, thanks to its good frost resistance, and is considered a long-liver. Small cones about 1 cm in size are formed on the shoots. In the photo - Thuja occidentalis Globoza:
Varieties of globular thuja Globoza
There are several varieties of coniferous shrubs. Among the most common and popular, it should be noted:
- Aurea. It is distinguished by an elongated ovoid or spherical crown shape. The height of an adult thuja Globoza is 1.2 m. The color of the needles is light green.
This shade allows the plant to be used in landscape compositions or for single plantings. Thuja occidentalis Globoza Aurea is a frost-resistant species that tolerates winter well. Requires shading in the spring to prevent the needles from drying out or getting burned. Tolerates partial shade, prefers fertile loam, but grows just as well on other soils. The spherical shape of the thuja Globosa Aurea does not require additional trimming. Looks good in rock gardens and rockeries. - Nana. It is recognized by gardeners as the most decorative among the spherical types of thuja.Among the advantages of thuja Globoza Nana, gardeners note good frost resistance, unpretentiousness in care and growing conditions, and density of needles. The height of the thuja Globoza in adulthood is 0.3-0.5 m, the diameter is 0.8 m, the color of the needles is green or golden-yellow.
Important! Thuja Nana prefers acidic soil and is an acedophilic plant.Excellent for creating green hedges, rockeries, rock gardens and growing in containers. Does not require additional haircut.
- Gold. A very frost-resistant species, can withstand temperatures down to -34 °C. The shape of the crown is spherical or round. Requires planting on fertile, moist soil. Thuja Globoza Gold grows slowly, the needles of older specimens become loose and lose their shape. The height of thuja GlobozaGold is 1 m, the color is golden-green or yellow.
Does not tolerate drought well, requires moisture, and responds well to sprinkling. It is necessary to tie the crown in regions with heavy snow to prevent the crown from falling apart. Recommended for large compositions. - Glauka. A slow-growing species, it grows by 6 cm annually. The shoots are slightly flattened, arranged in a fan. Thuja Glauca Globoza in adulthood has an egg-shaped shape and a height of 60 cm. With age, the growth rate increases slightly. It is unpretentious to soil composition and also tolerates partial shade. In the shade, the decorative effect disappears. In order for Thuja Glauka to withstand winter frosts, proper watering must be provided. The needles are a beautiful bluish-green color and look airy.
This shade allows the plant to be used in landscape compositions or for single plantings. Thuja occidentalis Globoza Aurea is a frost-resistant species that tolerates winter well. Requires shading in the spring to prevent the needles from drying out or getting burned. Tolerates partial shade, prefers fertile loam, but grows just as well on other soils. The spherical shape of the thuja Globosa Aurea does not require additional trimming. Looks good in rock gardens and rockeries.
Does not tolerate drought well, requires moisture, and responds well to sprinkling. It is necessary to tie the crown in regions with heavy snow to prevent the crown from falling apart. Recommended for large compositions.
The lower part of the branches is decorated with light silver stripes. Thuja Glauka Globoza goes well with dark plants, fir, cypress, and pine.
Before choosing a thuja, you should carefully study the description of each species.
The use of thuja Globoza in landscape design
The main features of the Globoza species that attract landscape designers are:
- original crown shape;
- color and density of needles.
These characteristics allow professionals to plant dwarf plants in the form of hedges, decorate rock gardens or rockeries. Globoza is great for large compositions, mixborders, landscaping terraces, front entrances and loggias. Timely and regular trimming of thuja Globoza allows you to give the bush the desired shape for the intended composition. Thuja goes well with flowering perennials and frames the lawn. The photo shows examples of the use of thuja Globoza in landscape design:
Features of reproduction
For propagation of western thuja, two options are used, which differ in their nuances and characteristics:
- Seed propagation. This technique does not guarantee the preservation of the varietal qualities of thuja. Seeds are collected in September or October. When they are ripe, the cones begin to open. They are stratified for 2-3 months and sown. Thuja Globoza seeds cannot be stored. In the second year, thuja seedlings are planted in the ground and kept for 2-3 years, then transplanted to a permanent place.
- Cuttings. A faster and more reliable way. Can be used in spring and autumn. For good rooting, thuja cuttings with a heel are needed. They are then treated with a rooting agent and placed in a nutrient mixture. Autumn rooting of thuja occurs in a zip bag. Thuja seedlings are moved to a permanent location when new branches appear on them.
In this way, you can grow many new plants at once.
Landing rules
There are stages and features of planting thuja Globoza that must be studied before starting the procedure.Particular attention should be paid to the choice of planting material. You need to buy thuja seedlings from specialized nurseries or grow them yourself. It is optimal to choose plants with ZKS. Such tuikas take root more easily and adapt to a new place. If damage or signs of disease are detected, it is better to put the thuja seedlings aside.
Recommended timing
The active growing season of the thuja western globosa begins in May. Therefore, transplantation can be planned for the spring after the end of the threat of return frosts or for the fall - early September.
Site selection and soil preparation
The place for the thuja Globoza is chosen taking into account all the requirements of the ephedra. The plant loves good lighting. Light shading can be allowed, but in this case the needles lose their decorative effect a little, and the crown becomes loose.
Another parameter is soil moisture. You should not place thuja in an area where groundwater lies close. If the occurrence is higher than 1.5 m, and there is no other suitable place, then you will need to build an earthen mound.
The soil for thuja is prepared to be slightly acidic, of medium nutritional value and moderately moist. If the site is loamy, then additional measures to prepare the soil will not be needed. For other types of soil, you need to select a mixture. Clear the area of weeds, dig up and loosen.
Landing algorithm
The process begins with the preparation of a planting hole, the optimal parameters of which are 50-60 cm. The shape is cubic.
When planting a hedge of thuja, the distance between plants is left 60-70 cm. If a composition is planned, then the distance is left according to the layout. The procedure is as follows:
- Lay a drainage layer 15-20 cm thick. Options are fine gravel, expanded clay, broken brick.
- Spread a layer of nutritious soil with a mound of sand, turf soil and peat.
- Water the plants in the container in advance to remove them without damaging the roots.
- Place the thuja with a lump of earth on a mound, cover it with soil, compact it a little (carefully).
- Water and mulch the root zone of the thuja.
During planting, you need to ensure that the plant is positioned straight and the root collar is 2 cm above ground level.
Rules for growing and care
Caring for Thuja Globoza is easy. The main activities that the gardener will have to perform:
- watering;
- feeding;
- loosening and mulching;
- pruning and crown formation;
- preparation for winter.
The variety is resistant to diseases, therefore, following the rules of care, it is easy to grow a healthy plant.
Watering schedule
Globoza does not tolerate drying out or waterlogging. You will have to carefully monitor the soil moisture, especially if the thuja is grown in a tub or container. Watering frequency is once a week, the amount can be increased in dry months. Additionally, it is recommended to irrigate the needles.
Top dressing
The schedule depends on the degree of soil fertility. The first fertilizing should begin in the third year after planting. The main thing is that the plant is planted in nutritious soil. It is enough to feed Globoza species 2 times per season. Thuja responds well to organic matter. Compost or humus is added to the soil to a depth of 10 cm, having first removed such a layer of soil. Then a layer of fine pine bark is placed on top of the fertilizer. Suitable for feeding horse or cow manure, ready-made mineral compositions. However, mineral fertilizers should be applied very carefully so as not to overdose and reduce the acidity of the soil.Well suited for thuja "Kemira-Universal" in the amount of 50 g per 1 sq. m.
Trimming
Globoza tolerates shearing and pruning well. This allows you to form a crown, give the plant the desired appearance, and maintain the density of the needles. The slow-growing species is pruned in the spring after the buds open. Remove broken or damaged branches. To form, shoots are cut to 1/3 of their length. Once every 3 years, rejuvenating pruning is needed, in which the shoots are shortened by half.
Preparing for winter
Before the onset of cold weather, thuja spherical Globoza is spudned, the shoots are carefully tied, and covered with covering material. In spring, you should not immediately open the plants. Gradually accustom the branches to the sun, removing the shelter for a certain time.
Pests and diseases
Despite its disease resistance, Thuja Globoza may suffer from poor care conditions. If insects, for example, false scale insects, appear on the plant, then it is necessary to treat it with insecticides. Gardeners use "Aktellik", "Aktara", "Fufanon". When the branches dry out, they are treated with the preparations “Hom”, “Abiga-Pik”, “Topaz”.
Conclusion
Thuja Globoza is a very decorative species. The variety of varieties allows you to qualitatively decorate the area with unpretentious conifers. By fulfilling the requirements of agricultural technology, you can be sure that the thuja will delight you with its decorative properties for a long time.
