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Rose Elizabeth Stuart is a shrub variety of the Rosa Generosa series. The hybrid is characterized by high immunity and resistance to weather conditions. Repeat flowering, pleases the gardener several times during the warm season.
History of selection
The variety was bred by French breeder Dominique Massad in 2003. This hybrid is the result of crossing an ancient variety and newer species. It is distinguished by the beauty inherent in its ancestors and the relatively strong stability inherited from improved descendants.
The rose was named after Queen Elizabeth of England, wife of the German ruler Frederick V. The marriage of the two dynasties in the 17th century helped strengthen relations between the Stuart homeland and the Protestant states of Germany. The classic shape of the flowers and their delicacy properly convey all the aristocracy and height of their name.
Description of rose Elizabeth Stewart and characteristics
Shrub rose Elizabeth Stuart is the result of crossing ancient and modern varieties. Thanks to this, it has a classic look, as well as high resistance to external influences, diseases and pests.The sensuality and tenderness of a rose is surprisingly combined with an enviable immunity.
Apricot-pink flowers are located on a scrub (bush) in 1-3 copies. They are distinguished by a generous, rich aroma with sweet fruit and berry notes. Adult cup-shaped buds reach 7-8 cm in diameter and have from 80 to 85 petals. Everything about Elizabeth Stewart is reminiscent of the old classic rose gardens: upright, vigorous shrubs can fill gardens with a wide variety of weather conditions with their blooms.
The variety has average resistance to heavy rain and wind - Elizabeth Stewart loves calm and sheltered sunny places
The fragrant terry buds of Elizabeth Stewart harmonize favorably with the dark green foliage of the shrub. Almond-shaped, rounded glossy leaves evenly cover the stems, diluting the delicate apricot bouquet. A rose can please both the sense of smell and the eye of the gardener.
The length of the shrub reaches 100-120 cm. The width is 70 cm. Abundant repeated flowering of Elizabeth Stewart forms a powerful colorful colorful hedge. The rose loves bright sunlight, is resistant to low sub-zero temperatures and can easily tolerate even Siberian cold.
In addition, Elizabeth Stewart has a strong immune system and ignores many rose diseases. Powdery mildew, black spot, spider mites - all misfortunes are powerless against the apricot-pinkish aristocrat. Delicate and persistent, the variety will delight many gardeners with its unpretentiousness and beauty.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Gardeners pay attention to the ease of care and strength of the Elizabeth Stewart rose, but only responsible gardeners do not complain about this variety.
Repeated flowering provides uniform coverage of the garden with colorful, fragrant buds throughout the warm season. Roses delight the owner for several months.
Unpretentiousness in weather conditions. Siberian gardeners are delighted with the versatility of the variety and its resistance: with proper care and careful preparation for cold weather, Elizabeth Stewart can easily endure even harsh winters.
It is best to plant roses in prepared soil - black soil will be a suitable option
Of the shortcomings, responsible gardeners notice only two. Firstly, the thin branches of the bush cannot support the weight of the buds. Because of this ambiguous property, the Elizabeth Stewart rose cannot fully grow - additional supports and guides are needed to support the fragile stems, weighed down by fairly large flowers. Secondly, with age, the rose begins to fade significantly and loses its former strong immunity. Rust is the scourge of mature shrubs, which even experienced gardeners complain about.
Reproduction methods
Rose Elizabeth Stewart is propagated by cuttings. To do this, especially strong shoots of the bush must be cut off in two places, leaving a few leaves on the stem fragment. The lower incision is oblique, about 0.5 cm from the kidney, the upper one is straight, with an indentation of 1 cm from the remaining processes. The bottom leaf must be completely removed, leaving the petiole. After the roots have formed, it is important to transplant the rose into nutritious soil.
Growing and care
The Elizabeth Stewart variety loves bright, hot sun. It is better to plant this kind of color in open, light areas of the site.It is worth measuring shading from April to September at several periods: 8:00-9:00 am, 12:00-13:00 pm, 17:00-19:00 pm. All boundaries of unlit areas must be drawn and the sunniest and most favorable place for roses must be determined. Often the ideal area for shrubs will be the south-eastern and southern sides of the farm.
Elizabeth Stewart sits in the area of the most illuminated area with soil saturated with minerals. The ideal time for planting is a warm late spring after all kinds of frosts and changes in weather conditions have ended. Experts recommend starting planting when the soil temperature reaches 10-12 degrees. In the middle zone, the right time is in April - late May.
To make it easier for a plant to get along in new conditions, it is important to choose the right seedlings. It is advisable to find them with unopened buds or short shoots. For beginners, the roots are usually shortened to a size of 30-35 cm. Roses love watering, so in the first year of planting you need to allocate time for it - once every 2 weeks. Sandy soil requires water twice as often.
You can fertilize the plant from the first year of planting. Nitrogen in the spring will help the future flower decoration to accelerate growth and increase greenery. Phosphorus and potassium should be given to roses in the fall - these minerals help increase resistance to cold and infections.
It is important to carefully prepare Elizabeth Stewart for wintering. Many experienced gardeners recommend building a structure around the bush and covering it with dense material. Lutrasil is especially often used.
Pruning occurs in two versions - it is best done after wintering in the spring. Sanitary is designed to free roses from dead shoots.Unripe branches, dried and broken stems are all unnecessary things on a bush. It is important to trim dead shoots until whiteness appears inside the branch, which is a sign of healthy growth. Using the tool, you need to achieve an angle of approximately 45 degrees - this will allow the rose to quickly recover.
Formative concerns primarily the kidneys of Elizabeth Stewart. For this type of rose, moderate pruning is suitable - 4-6 cuttings. It is this amount that allows the shrub to actively grow in the future.
When pruning roses, it is important to use sharp pruning shears, which will help Elizabeth Stewart trim the shoots accurately and safely.
Pests and diseases
According to gardeners, Elizabeth Stewart is practically not exposed to diseases common to roses: black spot, spider mites, powdery rain. In many ways, the variety literally stands out with its high immunity compared to its peers. The only disease that affects middle-aged shrubs is rust. It often becomes the cause of complaints and disapproval of this variety.
To get rid of rust, it is important to analyze the source of the lesion. Usually the lower old leaves and middle-aged shoots are susceptible to the disease. It is necessary to cut out the damaged areas to healthy tissue, treat them with falcon or topaz, zircon and other immunostimulants. After a week, repeat the treatment.
Application in landscape design
Rose Elizabeth Stewart is a tall shrub, so its use in garden design is limited.
The first and most acceptable option for using roses would be to make a living, colorful and fragrant hedge. The Elizabeth Stewart variety has fairly dense, rich green foliage. This allows you to delimit the space on the site and significantly improve the appearance of classic partitions.
The second option is suitable for those who want to diversify the dull walls of buildings. By planting Elizabeth Stewart bushes close to objects on the site, gardeners will receive a high-quality renovation of facades and brighten up boring coatings. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the illumination of the place. The shrub loves the sun, so if the building does not have enough sun, then it is worth using the shrub in the design differently. To achieve maximum results, you should plant the Elizabeth Stewart rose near walls facing south or southeast.
The third option is a flower arrangement in a flower bed. Elizabeth Stewart is suitable for intercropping and will pair well with shorter plants. For example, you can plant a spectacular tall variety in the middle of a rounded flower bed, then border it with lower flowers. Ageratums, violets or white asters will be contrasting.
Fertilizers affect different growth factors of the Elizabeth Stewart rose - it is important to read this carefully
Conclusion
Rose Elizabeth Stewart is a real find for Siberian gardeners. Due to its unpretentiousness, the variety is able to grow in any weather conditions, without requiring much effort from the owner of the site.The shrub is an excellent decoration and flavoring agent; it can be used in different ways in landscape design and delight the owner’s eye.
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