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Climbing rose Salita (Rose Salita) is a variety that attracts attention with its bright scarlet hue and lush inflorescences. Thanks to its spectacular appearance, this variety has become one of the most sought-after “tools” among landscape designers.
History of selection
Climbing roses of the Salita variety belong to the group of climbers. This is a special variety, the ancestors of which are tea roses, climbing roses, as well as representatives of floribunda. The authors of the “Salita” variety are a German breeder. This type of climbing rose was bred in 1987 in the horticultural nursery of Wilhelm Cordes.
In official sources, the rose “Salita” is called Rose Salita. However, among botanists, this variety is better known as KORmorlet.
Description and characteristics of the climbing rose variety Salita
“Salita” are spreading climbing roses, reaching a height of 2.5-3 m. The bush grows approximately 1.2-1.5 m wide.This variety is distinguished by powerful shoots and large dark green matte leaves.
The growth rate is influenced by climatic conditions. The colder the climate, the slower the growth of the bush. This property can be conditionally called a disadvantage, of which there are very few in the climbing rose variety.
In the first year of life, the buds of the crop are removed, thus postponing its flowering. This allows the plant to gain strength and grow.
The climbing rose "Salita" has a low rate of shoot development, which is especially noticeable in regions with cool climates
The flowers are large double buds, reaching a diameter of 9-10 cm. They are collected in spectacular inflorescences of 5 pieces. The shade of Salita roses varies from orange-coral to bright scarlet.
This species has characteristics of both tea and hybrid tea varieties. The aroma of roses is light, delicate, with subtle fruity notes. A distinctive feature is the continuous flowering of the bush. The buds bloom alternately at all levels of the climbing rose. Thus, the culture does not lose its attractiveness throughout the spring-summer season.
Winter-hardy varieties are the specialty of the Wilhelm Cordes and Sons company, therefore the climbing rose “Salita” is characterized by high frost resistance. With proper care and timely organized shelter, it can withstand temperatures as low as -26 °C. In addition, the climbing crop has average immunity to diseases and pests, is unpretentious in terms of care and can tolerate long periods of precipitation.
The Salita variety prefers well-lit areas and does not like drafts or stagnant water. Therefore, when planting, it is necessary to take into account the depth of groundwater.In this case, it is necessary to water the rose from 1 to 3 times a week.
The climbing rose "Salita" is used as part of the vertical type of gardening. It is used to decorate walls and decorate various structures (arches, gazebos, terraces). In some cases they are used in a single planting. For example, they are planted in the center of the lawn or shaded with ground cover crops. A spectacular look can be achieved by planting the Salita rose together with verbena, alyssum or phlox. Climbing shoots with bright scarlet flowers look organic next to rich green conifers.
You can get acquainted with the external data of the variety in the video about the flowering of the Salita rose:
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The demand for this variety among gardeners can be explained by the following advantages:
- external attractiveness, characterized by rich color, brightness of shades and double inflorescences;
- possibilities of using roses in landscape design;
- decorative cut;
- simple agricultural technology;
- high frost resistance (when organizing shelter);
- abundant, continuous, multi-level flowering throughout the summer season;
- resistance to invasion by pests and parasites;
- resistance to precipitation.
Disadvantages include slower development in cold climates and average immunity to some diseases.
Reproduction methods
Like most varieties of climbing roses, “Salita” is propagated by layering, seed method, grafting and cuttings. The use of layering and cuttings is the simplest and most affordable method of propagation, which is most often used by gardeners.
Rose "Salita" loves fertile and breathable soil with a slightly acidic reaction
Before planting, the seeds must be germinated.
To do this you need:
- Stratification is carried out. The seeds are soaked in hydrogen peroxide.
- The processed material is transferred into a bag, then into a container, after which everything is put into the refrigerator for 1.5-2 months.
- During this time, the seeds are checked regularly.
- After time, the material is transplanted into peat cups, mulched with perlite (protection against blackleg disease).
- The seedlings are placed in a place with the longest daylight hours (from 10 hours) and watered regularly.
In the spring, climbing rose seedlings are fed with complex fertilizers and transplanted into open, well-warmed soil.
Growing and care
The optimal planting period is the last ten days of September or the first days of November. Plant a climbing rose in a well-lit place, in warm soil. The soil is pre-fertilized with peat and compost, and the bottom of the hole is drained. The distance between seedlings should not be less than 50 cm. If abundant growth of climbing varieties is planned, then the distance can be increased to 2 m.
Care includes watering, fertilizing, mulching, loosening and pruning. But since “Salita” is a climbing rose, it will require additional garter.
Water the crop 1 to 3 times a week, depending on climatic conditions. In the first year, water for roses is diluted with bird droppings (1 in 20), cow manure (1 in 10) or wood ash.
We must not forget about such a procedure as loosening. The soil is saturated with oxygen immediately after watering.Along with loosening, weeding is often carried out.
The following is used as fertilizer for the Salita variety:
- in spring - a solution of urea and ammonium nitrate (20 g per 10-12 l);
- during the period of bud formation - complex fertilizers;
- at the beginning of flowering - a solution of cow manure;
- at the end of summer - superphosphate and potassium salt.
The lush flowering of a climbing rose is directly related to its pruning. In spring and autumn, dried and diseased shoots, lashes older than 4 years, and faded buds are removed. All rose stems are cut to 5-6 buds. This is quite enough for the abundant and bright flowering of “Salita”.
Mulch climbing roses with straw, peat or sawdust. Gardeners most often use agrofibre and spruce branches as winter shelter.
In too much sun, climbing rose flowers may fade
The shoots are tied vertically using twine, tape or plastic clips to a support in the form of an arch or pillar. The optimal time for gartering is when the buds are swelling.
Pests and diseases
The climbing rose "Salita" has good immunity, but at the same time shows weakness to fungal infections. The spread of the disease can be avoided by following agricultural practices, avoiding stagnation of water, and providing the plant with sufficient lighting intensity.
The preparations “Fitosporin-M” and “Bayleton” demonstrate good effectiveness against powdery mildew or black spot disease.
To protect against insect pests, gardeners use ivy decoction or garlic-soap solution. They spray the bush, trying not to get it on the buds and inflorescences. Pollination with tobacco dust is also popular among folk remedies.
Application in landscape design
The bright scarlet climbing rose “Salita” is a favorite decoration among landscape designers.With the help of this culture, you can easily hide unsightly surfaces of walls and fences, decorate gazebos, decorate terraces or the main entrance to the house.
“Salita” also looks impressive on wrought iron fences, lanterns and elements of garden furniture. The best companions for climbing roses are monochromatic annuals that serve as a backdrop for bright coral-scarlet flowers.
Conclusion
Climbing rose Salita is one of the most unpretentious and frost-resistant climbers. It is suitable for breeding even in the northern regions of Russia. By following the basics of agricultural technology and not forgetting about timely pruning, even an inexperienced gardener can cultivate it on the site.
Reviews with photos about the climbing rose Salita
