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Jaskolka is a well-known herbaceous plant used in landscape design. Its popularity is explained by its accessibility and unpretentiousness, while the decorative value of this flower is very high. Planting and caring for perennial weeds usually does not cause any difficulties for gardeners, and you can also propagate this plant yourself.
Description of the perennial woodworm
In the wild, the woodworm (lat. Cerastium) is widespread; it can be found in the temperate zone of both hemispheres of the Earth. In addition, in its distribution area are the highlands of Africa and South America.The alpine variety included in this family is the northernmost flowering plant; in higher latitudes only some algae, as well as mosses and lichens, are found. This perennial plant received its Latin name from the Greek word, translated meaning “horn”, due to the characteristic shape of the fruit.
The jasper is easily recognized by its flower petals
The description and some characteristics of this plant are given in the table:
Parameter | Meaning |
Type | Perennial or annual herbaceous plant. |
Family | Cloves. |
Escapes | Ascending or erect, sometimes creeping, green, smooth or slightly curved, pubescent in most species, easily rooting. |
General view of the plant | A dense spreading clump of a large number of shoots 0.1-0.3 m high. |
Leaves | Small, green, opposite, elongated-lanceolate, with pubescence. |
Root system | Superficial, well branched, entwining. |
Flowers | Numerous, white, up to 2 cm in diameter, with 5 double-cut petals, tubular, elongated corolla. |
Seeds | Brown, small, curved, ripen in cylindrical fruit boxes |
Important! In nature, there are about 200 species of this perennial plant.
Flowering period
The cherry blossom blooms in a festive manner, amicably and abundantly - this is reflected in the genetic adaptability of the species to short summers at high latitudes. The first buds begin to appear closer to mid-May, and after a few days the bushes are completely covered with numerous white stars. The flowering of this perennial can last about 1 month, until mid-June.
Types and varieties of jasmine
Thanks to the abundance of species and varieties, such an unpretentious and visually attractive ground cover could not remain without the attention of landscape designers. Below are descriptions and photos of some varieties of cherry blossoms, most often used by lovers of flowers and ornamental gardening, as well as recommendations for planting and care.
Ordinary
Cerastium fontanum is a perennial herbaceous plant with ascending shoots 10-30 cm high. It grows quickly thanks to easily rooted creeping vegetative stems. The ground cover forms a continuous dense carpet covering large areas. The leaves are small, green, with a silvery tint, elongated-ovate, with a short petiole. The flowers are white, numerous, appear at the ends of the shoots.
Common parsley blooms in the second half of May
Bieberstein
Bieberstein's moth (Cerаstium biebersteinii) is a species found in natural conditions only on the territory of the Crimean Peninsula. A perennial herbaceous plant 15-25 cm high. The leaves are small, green, heavily pubescent, thanks to which they look silvery, linear, pointed-elongated in shape. The flowers are small, snow-white, collected in semi-umbrellas at the ends of branched shoots. The flowering period lasts from late April to late May.
Bieberstein's parsley is a relict plant
alpine jasmine
In the photo below, the alpine woodweed (Cerastium alpinum) is a herbaceous perennial common in the alpine and subalpine zones of many mountain systems in the Northern Hemisphere. The stems are thin, creeping, well rooted. The leaves are small, oval-ovate, pubescent, green with a silvery tint. It grows in rock cracks and, under favorable conditions, grows quickly, occupying large areas. Blooms in May-June.
The northernmost variety of carrion is Alpine
Field jasper
Field carnivore (Cerastium arvense) is considered a weed in many countries. The stems are numerous and erect. The leaves are small, green, pubescent. It grows quickly, occupying large usable areas. Growing on agricultural land, the perennial suppresses useful crops.
Field moth quickly “covers” the soil
Felt
Tomentosum (Cerastium tomentosum) is a herbaceous perennial, which got its name for the thick light pubescence of the leaves and stem. The shoots are smooth, erect, up to 45 cm. The leaf blades are lanceolate, elongated and curved. The inflorescence is a semi-umbrella consisting of 15 white flowers located at the tips of the shoots. Buds begin to appear on the plant at the end of May.
One of the most decorative types of jars is felt
Crystal Falls
Crystal Falls is one of the most popular varieties of tomentose. It has leaves of an elongated lanceolate shape, abundantly covered with fine silvery hair. The perennial is often used for growing in pots. In warm temperate climates it usually blooms twice during the season.
Crystal waterfall is often used in various garden compositions
Zhigulevskaya
Jaskolka Zhigulevskaya (Cerastium zhigulense) is a perennial endemic that grows only on the territory of the Zhigulevskaya Upland, a natural reserve in the Samara region. It has a powerful tap root system. The stems are highly branched, up to 30 cm, covered with small hairs. The leaves are narrow-lanceolate, with a distinct central vein. The inflorescence is a spreading semi-umbrella. The petals are white. Blooms in May-June.
Iskolka Zhigulevskaya grows quickly, forming a dense cover
Daurskaya
The perennial Daurian moth (Cerastium davuricum) is found in the European part of Russia, as well as in the Caucasus, Siberia and Central Asia. It is distinguished by its rather significant size; the grooved stems of the plant can reach 1 m. The leaf blades are ovoid, the color is greenish-gray. The flowers are white, collected in semi-umbrellas, appear in mid-summer.
The Daurian variety of perennial carrion can be found in Mongolia and China
Fisher
Fischer's moth (Cerastium fischerianum Ser) forms a dense clump up to 0.5 m high, visually resembling a bluish-green cloud. Perennial. The stems are numerous, highly branched. Leaves are lanceolate. The flowers are small, numerous, white, appear in May.
From a distance, a clump of cherry blossoms resembles a thicket of chamomile
Purple
Purple moth (Cerastium purpurascens) is an indigenous inhabitant of mountainous slopes; it can be found in Turkey, Iran, the Caucasus, the countries of the Middle East and Central Asia. Stems up to 0.25 m high, smooth, green. The leaves are greenish-gray, small, lanceolate. The flowers of this species of perennial moth, contrary to the name, are white, medium-sized, and appear in June.
Purple parsley is found in the alpine belt of many mountain systems of Eurasia
Propagation
The wild-growing perennial grasshopper reproduces by self-sowing. In addition, the plant quickly grows in width, rooting vegetative side shoots. If this species is already present on the site, then for independent propagation in the garden you can use any of the methods such as dividing the bush or cuttings. The initial planting of this perennial plant can be done with seeds purchased at a gardening store or purchased online.
Growing from seeds
Growing a tree from seeds at home takes quite a lot of time, so this method of propagation is rarely used. It is advisable to use it if it is necessary to sow large areas, as well as in the absence of the possibility of using other methods, when planting material can only be purchased in this form.
Cuttings
In June, after well-developed new shoots appear, you can use them as cuttings for independent propagation of this perennial plant. Cut stems 10-15 cm high are rooted directly into the ground. They are buried 3-4 cm into loose, moist soil, and then covered with a cut plastic bottle, simulating greenhouse conditions. Cuttings have a good rooting rate if the procedure is carried out on time and all requirements are met.
Dividing the bush
Dividing a bush is the easiest and most reliable way of self-propagation.Moreover, this procedure is beneficial for this perennial plant. It is recommended to divide the bushes once every 3-4 years, otherwise the clump becomes too dense, the bush loses its decorative effect and stops blooming.
Dividing the bush significantly rejuvenates the plant
This procedure is carried out in the spring, before flowering begins. First, all old stems must be cut at a height of 3-5 cm from the ground and wait until young shoots appear. After this, the curtain can be cut into several parts with a shovel. There is no need to shake off the soil from the roots. The delenki are planted in a new place, after digging and moistening the soil.
Planting and caring for the tree
Seedlings can be sown directly in a permanent place in open ground or seedlings can be pre-grown from them. The first method is suitable for the southern regions, where the winter is short and mild. Throughout the rest of Russia, it is better to use the seedling method.
When to sow seedlings for seedlings
Seeds of perennial carrion have good germination rate. They germinate within 7-10 days after planting, so there is no need to sow them too early. The best time to plant seedlings from seeds is the end of March or the beginning of April.
When to sow in open ground
In warm regions, seeds can be planted directly into the ground. This can be done in March, after the snow has melted and the earth has warmed up. In addition, it is possible to plant the plant in the fall, in October, as they say, “before winter.” In this case, the planting material will undergo natural stratification and will sprout vigorously in the spring.
Soil and location requirements
The plant is quite unpretentious and is not demanding in terms of agricultural cultivation techniques, however, the correct choice of place for planting it will significantly improve the general condition of the plants and increase their decorative value, promoting abundant flowering. Here are the basic requirements for the area where this perennial is supposed to be placed:
- Good sunlight.
- Loose, well-drained soil.
- Acidity close to neutral.
- No stagnation of water in the roots.
Large stones not only protect from the wind, but also retain heat
The perennial plant grows well even on rocky soil, but in this case it may experience a moisture deficiency. This problem is solved by adding sand and peat that retain water well to the soil composition.
Planting seedlings for seedlings
To sow seedlings for seedlings, you can use any wide and shallow containers, although it is preferable to do this in standard plastic cassettes. They are filled with soil purchased in a store or a mixture of soil and peat. The seeds are evenly distributed over the pre-moistened soil surface and then lightly buried in it. Cover the container with cling film and put it in a dark, warm place, where it will remain until the first shoots appear.
How to dive a stick
After the emergence of seedlings, the cover is removed from the container, while moving it to a lighted place. When the seedlings get stronger and the seedlings produce the first pair of true leaves, they are planted in separate pots so that they do not interfere with each other. This is very easy to do using a regular metal spoon.
Primary planting of seeds in cassettes will eliminate the need to pick seedlings
The pots into which picking is made are filled with the same soil, leaving planting holes in them. Seedlings from a group container are transplanted into them along with a lump of soil on the roots. After this, the root zone is slightly compacted and irrigated with warm, settled water from a spray bottle.
How to fertilize seedlings and when to plant
Seedlings do not require large amounts of nutrients. Regular soil for seedlings contains them in sufficient quantities, so there is no need to additionally feed young plants. After the ground has warmed up, the seedlings are transplanted to a permanent location. By this time (the end of April or the first half of May), the earth, as a rule, already has time to warm up well.
Aftercare
After planting in open ground, the perennial plant does not require much care. As a rule, it has enough atmospheric moisture, so it needs additional watering infrequently and only during periods of prolonged drought. If the area is fertile, then it is not necessary to feed the plant; this may only be necessary if the perennial is planted on poor, rocky soil. In this case, it is better to feed it with complex fertilizer for flowering plants. In this case, it is imperative to observe the amount of the substance introduced and its dosage.
Overmoistening is detrimental to perennial moth
Pruning is an important part of caring for perennial weed. It may be required if the plant needs to be kept within certain dimensions and prevented from spreading. This is very important when planting in mixed flower beds, where a perennial can become a real aggressor and simply strangle neighboring plants. To prevent this from happening, lateral vegetative shoots must be pruned regularly.In addition, it is important to systematically remove faded flowers, this contributes to the constant formation of new buds and an increase in the overall flowering period of this perennial plant.
Below you can watch a video about growing delicate flowers from seeds:
Diseases and pests
The perennial plant does not suffer from pest invasion and is almost not susceptible to illness if you choose the right place to plant it. If the area is too shaded or overly moist, the plant will constantly be sick, and pockets of rot may appear on it. This problem can only be solved by transplanting to a more suitable place.
Yaskolka in winter
Yaskolka feels relatively good in winter because it has good frost resistance. In many regions, this perennial plant can overwinter without shelter, especially when there is a lot of snow falling. If the winter is harsh and there is little snow, then it is better to cover the bushes with non-woven material, for example, lutrasil.
Perennial jasmine in landscape design
Perennial jasmine is one of the best ground cover plants. It is often planted as a substitute or alternative to the usual grass lawn. Growing in width, the plant creates a continuous carpet, or rather an airy blanket, which looks especially decorative during the flowering period.
A carpet made of wood perfectly hides uneven terrain
Perennial chickweed, like chickweed, goes well with rocky terrain. Its plantings level out sharp corners, fill folds, giving the relief softness and airiness. This property is used when planting in rock gardens and rockeries.
The plant perfectly masks cracks in stones
Perennial parsley can be used for planting in a flower bed, as well as as a border plant. In this case, its growth is limited, preventing it from spreading to neighboring territories.
The tree makes an excellent low border
The perennial can be used as a decorative element when creating floral and architectural compositions; the plant looks good near the walls of buildings and large structures. In this case, it is planted as a continuous carpet or in separate clumps of irregular shape. The white flowers of the perennial tree go well with the pink, purple or lilac tones of other ground covers, such as gypsophila.
The rounded contours of the curtain give the landscape a calm tone
Conclusion
For the vast majority of gardeners, planting and caring for perennial weed will not cause any difficulties. However, we must remember that the constant uncontrolled growth of a bush can turn it from an ornamental plant into a weed. Without proper care, this perennial will very quickly spread over a large area, and it will not be easy to keep it in the required dimensions.
