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Rose Violet Perfume is a variety of large lilac-pink flowers with a pronounced aroma. The crop is characterized by high winter hardiness, which allows it to be grown in any region of the middle zone. Flowering is abundant, almost continuous until the beginning of autumn.
History of selection
Climbing rose Violet (Violet, Violette) Perfume is a variety bred in 1995 by French breeders from the company Doriex. It is distinguished by large flowers with a rich aroma. The variety has repeatedly won awards at various competitions. The rose often won precisely in those categories related to the evaluation of the aroma of the flower. In 1997, the variety received an award from the Association of Jardine Journalists (AJJH). From 1997 to 2003, the rose received 6 more awards at the international level.
Violet Perfum rose seedlings are supplied by various nurseries, including Brothers Topalovic (Serbia). The company produces more than 300 thousand seedlings of different varieties annually. The planting material is of high quality. Plants have repeatedly received awards, including at the Flowers exhibition in 2009 and 2010.
Description of rose Violet Perfume and characteristics
The bush is medium-sized, the tallest shoots reach a height of 150 cm. The width reaches 100 cm, which must be taken into account when planting. The stems are straight and quite strong. The leaves are bright green, medium-sized, longitudinal. The surface is glossy, the foliage of the bush is high, which creates an excellent background for bright inflorescences.
The buds of the Violet Perfum rose are large and cup-shaped. When blooming, flowers reach a diameter of 10–12 cm (less often up to 15 cm). The petals are long, with wavy edges, paler on the reverse side. In the middle of the flower there are yellow stamens, the center is white. The predominant color is lilac with a pinkish tint. Against the background of bright sun, the tones become more saturated - closer to fuchsia and purple. The bright petals contain splashes of pure white.
Rose flower Violet Perfume has a symmetrical shape
A distinctive feature of the rose is its very strong aroma, which is how the variety got its name. The smell has shades of citrus, violet, and spicy notes. The aroma is best felt in the evening.
Main characteristics of the rose variety Violette Parfumee:
- flower color: soft lilac, purple, pink;
- flower type: double (petals are arranged in several rows);
- flower diameter: 10–15 cm;
- number of inflorescences on one stem: 1–7;
- aroma: pleasant, strong, pronounced;
- flowering: repeated, lasts from late June to early September;
- purpose: flower garden decoration, for cutting;
- winter hardiness: zone 6 (up to -23 °C);
- resistance to humidity: high (buds bloom even in rainy weather);
- petals do not fade;
- has immunity to rust and powdery mildew. Resistance to black spot is weak.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Rose Violet Perfume attracts attention with its high decorativeness and strong aroma. Along with this, culture has other advantages:
- large flowers of delicate color;
- the petals are UV resistant and do not fade in the sun;
- buds bloom even in the rain;
- can be grown in all regions of Central Russia;
- the bush is symmetrical, so it does not need formative pruning;
- resistance to powdery mildew and rust, as well as spring return frosts;
- long flowering until early autumn (almost continuously).
The Violet Perfume variety also has its disadvantages:
- there is no immunity to black spot;
- winter hardiness down to -23 degrees does not allow roses to be grown in the Urals and Siberia.
Reproduction methods
The most effective way to propagate the Violet Perfum rose is by cuttings. In this case, the flower retains all varietal characteristics. Green cuttings are harvested in early July, after the first wave of flowering. They are cut from young shoots, leaving 2–3 internodes. The lower cut is made oblique, the upper cut is made straight. Then the lower leaves are removed and the upper ones are shortened.
Rose Violet Perfum is easy to propagate from green cuttings
Growing instructions:
- Planted in fertile soil (turf soil with humus and peat in a ratio of 2:1:1).
- Moisten generously and cover with a jar.
- Grow in a shelter for 1–1.5 months, then open.
- Water periodically.
- In the fall, mulch with leaf litter and spruce branches.
- In April they are transplanted to a permanent place.
Another option is to propagate the rose with layering. To do this, strong shoots are fixed to the surface in early spring and sprinkled with soil. Water periodically and grow until early autumn. Then they are carefully cut off and transplanted to a new location.Be sure to mulch for the winter, creating a thick layer of cover.
Growing and care
The place for planting the Violet Perfum rose should be open, as the plant loves light. It is advisable that the flowerbed be protected from strong winds. The soil should be loose (breathable) and fertile. Clay territory is not suitable. If the soil is depleted, dig it up in the fall and add compost (3–6 kg per 1 m2) or complex fertilizer (30–40 g per 1 m2). If the soil is heavy, add 500–700 g of sand or sawdust to the same area.
Since Violet Perfum rose seedlings are not afraid of returning spring frosts, planting can begin at the end of April, and in the south - in the middle of the month. The algorithm of actions is standard:
- Dig a hole with a depth and diameter of 50–60 cm (the distance between the holes is at least 100 cm).
- Lay a layer of drainage (8–10 cm) - it can be gravel, pebbles, broken brick.
- If fertilizer has not been applied previously, the turf soil is mixed with humus: the layer should be at least 10 cm.
- Root the Perfume Violet rose seedling so that the root collar is 3 cm below the surface.
- Ordinary garden soil is poured over the fertile layer.
- They are compacted a little, watered with settled water and mulched with peat, humus, straw or other materials.
Caring for rose Violet Perfume standard. The flower should be regularly watered with warm water (young seedlings 10 liters, adults - 15–10 liters per bush). The standard schedule is once a week, in drought conditions - 2 times more often. In the evenings you can irrigate the foliage and stems.
For lush and continuous flowering of the Violet Perfume rose, it is recommended to alternate mineral fertilizers with organic ones
Fertilizers are applied 3 times per season:
- in early April - nitrogen compounds;
- during flowering - potassium salt and superphosphate at intervals of 3-4 weeks.
The soil is periodically loosened and weeded if necessary. All faded buds are removed from the Violet Perfum rose bush. Every spring, sanitary pruning is carried out: damaged and dried branches are removed. The degree of pruning depends on its purpose:
- Strong haircut. Leave 3-4 buds on each shoot. The procedure is suitable for young seedlings and old bushes (for rejuvenation it is carried out once every 3–4 years).
- Average haircutA. 6-7 buds are left, which ensures early and lush flowering of the Violet Perfum rose.
- Moderate. More than 8 buds are left. The procedure is suitable for adult specimens.
It is necessary to cover Violet Perfume rose bushes only after frosts have occurred below -7 °C. To do this, the branches are laid on a layer of spruce branches and fixed to the ground. A frame is placed on top and agrofibre is stretched. It is not advisable to mulch with peat and humus for the winter.
Pests and diseases
Rose Violet Perfume has good immunity, but may suffer from black spot (marsonia). The main symptom is purple-white round spots on the leaves. Gradually they turn black, the foliage dies and falls off, and the development of the rose slows down. It is very difficult to treat the plant; in some cases the bush has to be thrown away. To prevent this, it is recommended to carry out preventive treatments with drugs in May or June: “Vermicoffee”, “Fitosporin”, “Ecoberin”, “Zircon”, “Baikal-M”, “Gumistar”, “Trichodermin”.
Rose Violet Perfume may suffer from an aphid infestation.It can be dealt with with folk remedies (soap solution with wood ash, infusion of garlic cloves, mustard powder, chili pepper) or insecticides: “Decis”, “Biotlin”, “Green Soap”, “Match”, “Fitoverm” and others.
Application in landscape design
Rose Violet Perfum produces compact bushes with a diameter of 70–100 cm. Therefore, the plant fits well even in small gardens. Flower growers love to enjoy its aroma. Usually bushes are planted around a bench or gazebo. With their help they decorate the entrance and decorate the border of the terrace.
The rose can be used in group compositions with various ornamental plants, for example, yellow acacia, cotoneaster, privet, mock orange. The bushes are in harmony with dwarf conifers - spruce, thuja, juniper and others.
Rose Violet Perfume in single planting
The bushes of this variety have bright greenery and look good in open areas. If you leave a distance of less than 100 cm between them, the fit will be tight.
Purple flowers go well with bright green leaves
The climbing variety Violet Perfum is often used for vertical gardening.
Hybrid tea culture can be grown to decorate gazebos
Conclusion
Rose Violet Perfume is suitable for lovers of delicate shades of lilac and pink. It is an attractive flower with a rich aroma. Since each shoot produces an average of 3-4 inflorescences, the smell can be felt even from a distance. Plant care is standard: regular watering and fertilizing. For the winter, in most regions, flowers need shelter.
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