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Rose Princess of Monaco is characterized by repeated long flowering. Due to the compact size of the bush, it is classified as a floribunda. The Princess of Monaco variety is a perennial plant with average winter hardiness, which is common in the fifth climatic zone. In the Central and Middle regions it requires shelter for the winter.
History of selection
Rose Princesse De Monaco is the result of French selection; Guyot is considered the originator of the variety. In the 60s of the 19th century, by hybridizing the tea and remontant groups, the breeder developed a new variety with repeated flowering. The rose was named Preference.
Many years later, the variety was renamed in honor of Princess Grace of Monaco, who recognized the rose as one of the best at an exhibition held by the Meiyang company. In some reference books, the name of the organizer is included in the varietal designation.
Description of the rose Princess of Monaco and characteristics
The hybrid tea Rose Meilhan is a heat-loving plant, but with proper shelter Princesses de Monaco can withstand temperatures down to -28 0C.On the flower market, the variety is in demand not only for its decorative properties, but also for its resistance to stress and ease of care. Princess of Monaco is often found in the Southern regions, Moscow region and Leningrad region.
Full vegetation is possible in a partially shaded area, protected from the influence of the north wind. In the midday heat, the flowerbed with the crop should be in the shade.
Princess of Monaco will grow on any type of soil, the main requirement is slightly acidic soil. Light and fertile soil is most suitable. A constantly moist area located in the shade is not chosen for a rose. In such a place, the vegetation of the Princess of Monaco variety slows down, and the plant does not resist fungal infections well. The crop will bloom, but the flowers will be small and sporadic.
The rose has inherited repeated flowering from the remontant variety. The first buds appear in the third year of the growing season in June, the duration of the period is 25–30 days. The second wave, starting 20 days later on the shoots of the current season, is not inferior in abundance to the first, and continues until October.
Habitus of floribunda rose Princess of Monaco:
- The plant forms a bush 75–85 cm high, 60–70 cm wide with numerous upright single stems without lateral branches.
- The crown of the Princess of Monaco variety is dense, the leaf blades are located on long petioles in threes. The leaves are hard, dark green with a brown tint, and leathery. The shape is round with a sharp tip, the surface is glossy, the edges are finely toothed.
- The stems of the Princess of Monaco variety are rigid, not drooping, woody, and brown in color.They end in single buds.
- The flowers are double, the core is cone-shaped, closed, and opens only at the end of the life cycle. The petals are round, with wavy edges, dark cream with pink edging. Flower width – 13 cm.
- The aroma of Princess of Monaco is subtle, with citrus notes.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The variety has been grown for more than 100 years; the rose is popular among gardeners and is often found in gardens and personal plots. The Princess of Monaco is characterized by the following virtues:
- does not require replanting, fully blooms in one area within ten years;
- a small number of thorns. They are short and sparsely located;
- original coloring of large flowers;
- versatility. The variety is used for landscape decoration and grown for cutting;
- low maintenance requirements;
- drought resistance;
- high survival rate of planting material;
- abundant flowering that lasts until autumn;
- compactness. The bush holds its shape well;
- stable immunity.
The disadvantage of the variety is considered to be intolerance to excess ultraviolet radiation. At high humidity the flowers become damp. The crop responds poorly to excess moisture in the soil. For abundant flowering, soil aeration and fertilizing are necessary.
Reproduction methods
The variety can be propagated by any method other than dividing the bush. An adult rose does not respond well to transfer if the root system is damaged. The Princess of Monaco gives seeds that are used to produce seedlings.
Material is collected during the second budding from the inflorescences that withered first
Cynarodium is cut, separated, the seeds are taken out, washed and dried. Sow in warm climates in open ground at the end of October. Cover with agrofibre for the winter. In spring the material is removed. Seeds germinate quickly.They are assigned to a permanent position next year. Transplantation is carried out in the spring.
You can grow seedlings indoors. After collection, the seeds are mixed with sand, moistened, placed in a cloth and placed in the refrigerator. After 1.5 months, sprouts will appear. The material is laid in November, 1–2 pieces at a time. in small plastic containers or glasses.
The most commonly used method is cuttings. The material is harvested from green stems before budding.
The cuts are made at an angle and treated with a disinfectant.
The cuttings are placed in a nutrient substrate. In regions with low winter temperatures - in a container. In the winter, containers with rooted cuttings are brought indoors and planted in the spring. Next year the Princess of Monaco will bear the first buds.
You can propagate roses by layering.
At the beginning of the season (before flowering), sprinkle the lower stem with soil
In the fall, the buried area is insulated so that the root shoots do not freeze. In spring, the stem is removed from the soil, the rooted sections are cut and planted
Growing and care
Hybrid tea varieties, which include Princess of Monaco, are characterized by average frost resistance. It is recommended to plant a rose on the site in the spring (April or May). In subtropical climates, autumn planting is possible. A hole is dug 10 cm wider than the root. The grafting site should be covered by 3 cm.
Sequence of work:
- The rose root is placed in the Heteroauxin solution for a day.
- The bottom of the recess is covered with a mixture of compost and peat with the addition of Agricola for flowering plants.
- The rose is placed in the center and covered with the rest of the fertile substrate.The stems are shortened, leaving 15–20 cm.
- The soil is compacted and watered.
Agricultural technology of the Princess of Monaco variety:
- Soil aeration is carried out as it becomes compacted.
- Remove weeds by the roots.
- Water at the rate of 30 liters of water for 8 days. You need to navigate by precipitation in the region.
- It is recommended to mulch the rose with a mixture of peat and manure. The procedure is carried out after shortening the stems.
In the first year of growth, the rose is fertilized with liquid organic matter in early June. The main feeding is provided for the second and subsequent years of the growing season. Nitrogen is added in May and early July, phosphorus is added from June to September, and potassium is fertilized during budding and flowering. If the soil is acidic, then calcium is added in spring and autumn.
During the first and second flowering, feed with Agricola-Rosa. The events end at the beginning of August.
Before winter, weak shoots are removed from the bush. Strong branches are cut to 60 cm. Hilled up and covered with straw or sawdust.
Pests and diseases
Princess of Monaco does not create any special problems when growing due to its good immunity. If the rose is located in the right area and receives a sufficient amount of moisture and nutrition, then the plant does not get sick. Due to unfavorable weather conditions, such as rainy, cold summers, the Princess of Monaco may suffer from powdery mildew. For preventive purposes, the rose is treated with copper sulfate before flowering. If a fungal infection appears, then use “Topaz”.
The following insects parasitize roses:
- rose aphid. Fitoverm will help get rid of it;
- click beetles. To combat them they use “Bazudin”;
- spider miteTreatment with colloidal sulfur is necessary;
- leaf roller. An effective remedy is Agravertin.
At the end of the season, the root circle is shed with Iskra solution to destroy insects hibernating in the soil.
Application in landscape design
The hybrid tea group is considered the most common in gardens. Princess of Monaco is an old variety, it is grown in summer cottages and used in urban landscaping. The medium-sized bush is suitable for any composition. The rose can be combined with almost any crop, except for large plants that completely shade the area.
Basic design techniques using the Princess of Monaco rose:
- They create compositions in any corner of the garden from varieties with different colors.
- A rose is planted near the garden path to support tall decorative trees.
- They create rose gardens based on color contrasts.
- Recreation areas on the site are decorated.
- Princess of Monaco is included in group plantings to create a two-tiered border.
Conclusion
Rose Princess of Monaco is a perennial crop with long flowering. The variety of French selection belongs to the floribunda group, which is characterized by repeated budding and large flowers. Roses are used in design and in floristry for making bouquets.
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