Chrysanthemums santini: varieties, recommendations for care and reproduction

Chrysanthemum santini belongs to varieties of hybrid origin, such a plant cannot be found in natural nature. This bushy compact type of flowers was bred in Holland. The abundance of inflorescences, the variety of shades, subspecies is amazing. For the spectacular appearance of chrysanthemums, santini are especially highly valued in floristic art.

This miniature chrysanthemum species appeared 30 years ago. It is not too tall, the inflorescences are also quite small. The main purpose of breeding is cutting, but this plant looks very beautiful as a decor for borders. External description:

• flowers are small, up to 5 cm;

• the bush has a branched structure;

• the number of flowers on 1 branch - from 20 to 30 pcs.;

• inflorescences are different in appearance depending on the variety;

• shades of petals and core can be varied: pink, white, yellow, with a black or yellow-green center,

• the shape can be of the type of chamomile, ball, with terry, semi-double;

• foliage also differs in shape from narrow to astro-like.

Santini looks great in landscape design - in a company with conifers of one-color or multi-color types. Of course, the main purpose of beautiful flowers is floral art. They are perfectly preserved in cut form, they are easy to transport. In addition, the high decorativeness of almost all varieties gives endless possibilities when composing bouquets. Santini inflorescences are distinguished by their splendor, showiness and perfectly complement compositions with any plants.

They are especially harmoniously combined with gerbera, carnation, calla lily, rose, tulip and all types of chrysanthemums. Despite their beauty, santinis are quite laconic and can perfectly complement the floral ensemble without drawing all the attention to themselves. In addition to floristry, santini will decorate any garden area.

At the moment, there are about 100 varieties of santini. Outwardly, they differ in shades, sizes, shapes of flowers and leaves. As for the rhizome, everything is pretty monotonous here. Among the most popular varieties are the following:

• "Chrissy" - in the middle, this flower has a popular yellow-green color, and the petals are pale pink;

• "Country" - inflorescences of juicy green color in the form of a hemisphere;

• "Confetti" - flowering up to 4 cm, bush no more than 30 cm, yellow with a pink tint;

• "Bouncer" - it looks like a small chamomile, the petals are white, there is greenery in the center;

• "Rossi cream" - are distinguished by beautiful white-yellow inflorescences;

• "Yin Yang" - in the center, this flower is painted with a deep purple tone, the petals are snow-white;

• "Aurinko" - have a greenish middle and petals of a beautiful yellow hue;

• "Caribou" - greenish in the center, framed with bright yellowish petals;

• "Calimera" - non-standard in appearance, the petals themselves from the edges to the center become more and more saturated green;

• "Kim" - pinkish, chamomile, yellow-green in the center;

• "Adora" -fantastic color of purple tone, contrasting yellowness in the center;

• "Aviso" - resemble yellow daisies, the middle is greenish;

• Jenny Pink - pink flowers in the form of a ball, towards the middle they move to greenery;

• "Doria" - another spherical variety with greenery in the center, pink petals with a lilac tint;

• "Demi" - very rich, pinkish color, yellow center, spectacular;

• "Lollipop" - hemispherical, with a pinkish edging, flowing gradually to the center in a burgundy tone;

• "Lorenzo" - a gentle variety of a completely greenish tone with a gentle tint;

• Palm Green - the color of these inflorescences is soft green, the shape of a hemisphere;

• "Madiba" - can differ in the type of flowering - semi-double and simple type, color variations: pink, yellow, white;

• "Masai" - small flowers of pink color, in the form of a hemisphere;

• "Navona" - in the middle of a juicy, darkish-pink tone, smoothly flowing to the edges into a light pinkish;

• Rossy White - the shape of the hemisphere, the flowering baskets are snow-white with a green center;

• Rossi Pink - greenery in the center, the petals have a beautiful pink tone;

• "Man Up" - by the type of chamomile, not only the shape, but also the color - yellow center, snow-white petals;

• "Salmon" - shade of ecru petals, have darkened stripes along the inflorescence;

• Smoky - chamomile in appearance, greenish in the center, with faded pink petals;

• "Tanacetum" - snow-white, very similar to chamomile, but smaller;

• "Tedcha" - in the middle of a dark brown tone, sometimes black, the flowering itself is yellowish;

• "Tango" - petals are longish, pink, distinguished by an unusual petal shape;

• "Eliver" - the petals of this variety are similar to tubes, the color is complex: in the center there is yellowish green, then turns into a faded pink, gradually acquiring a bright pink and crimson tone to the edges;

• "Zebra" - edging of red petals is white, yellowish in the center;

• "Yoshi" - green flowers in the form of a hemisphere.

Grow chrysanthemums santini can be done in two ways:

• dividing the bush;

• grafting.

Features of cuttings:

• cuttings should be placed in a container with moistened soil;

• you can replace the soil with a nutritious composition;

• the preparatory stage is carried out at a temperature of 20 to 22 C;

• watch the humidity level, the ideal indicator is about 80%;

• in these conditions, the cuttings should remain 7 days;

• watering them is required regularly, then rooting will occur faster;

• after the roots appear, the cuttings are planted in open ground or other permanent location.

Features of dividing the bush:

• the most comfortable and common breeding method;

• you can divide the bush at any stage, even if it blooms;

• you only need a special garden-type knife, with which the bush is separated in parts;

• transplanting is carried out immediately into the ground.

It is recommended to plant santini at a time when sudden frosts can no longer kill the plant, that is, not earlier than May. First of all, a place is selected:

• loose soil;

• without stagnation of water;

• the soil is preferable to the fertile type.

Before planting, the soil is thoroughly loosened, fertilized with organic matter, ideally a drainage layer is formed. If the ground is watery, drainage is a must for planting. It is necessary to form a hole at a depth of approximately 45 cm and lay a drainage layer. As it is used:

• broken brick;

• pebbles;

• ceramic shards, other materials.

A layer of soil is formed on top, on which the plant is placed. Sprinkle with soil, moisten. Mulching with sawdust, shavings, needles is necessary. Chrysanthemums of this type are not particularly capricious and do not require complex care procedures. However, it is necessary to know the general rules of quality care, which is necessary for abundant flowering and healthy plant growth.

In addition to lighting, chrysanthemums also need a warm air temperature. Lush blooms can only be achieved with sufficient heat. Any negative departure affects the quality of flowering. Proper hydration is also important, as santinis love water:

• watering should be moderate, but regular;

• abundant moisture is a prerequisite after planting for several days;

• after flowering appears, watering is reduced;

• in normal mode, it is enough to water the flowers every 2-3 days;

• stagnation of water is contraindicated.

Top dressing is another prerequisite for the health and development of santini. To do this, apply:

• during the formation of buds - compounds with potassium and phosphorus;

• during the formation of foliage - compositions with potassium;

• during the formation of the root system, stem and first leaves - ammonium nitrate.

Despite the fairly good winter hardiness, the bush should be covered for the frost period. This is done as follows:

• the shelter is created by using spruce branches, mulching;

• by transplanting into containers and transferring an indoor-type room, in the spring the flower is again planted in open ground.

The plant has good resistance and good immunity. Nevertheless, pest attacks and diseases do happen. Gardeners recommend spraying regularly throughout the season, at least 2 times. Special protective agents are used. Most often, santinis face the following problems:

• powdery mildew and other fungal infections occur due to insufficient air permeability in the soil, too high a degree of acidity, an excess of nitrogen in the soil - they are treated with fungicides;
• root decay occurs when moisture stagnates in the soil; moderate moisture and a drainage layer during planting can prevent this;
• miner flies, slugs, aphids and other pests - if you notice damaged areas, destroy them, and treat the plant with insecticides, it is better to replace the top of the soil or transplant a bush.

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