- Authors: Meilland
- Name synonyms: Alexandre Pouchkine, Prince Jardinier
- Breeding year: 2009
- Group: tea-hybrid
- The main color of the flower: white
- Flower shape: cupped
- Flower size: large
- Diameter, cm: 13
- Flower type by number of petals: thick double
- Scent: May rose
Rose Alexander Pushkin (Prince Jardinier) is a fairly popular varietal variety that is often used in landscape design. It looks great both in group plantings and in single compositions. Before planting this crop, you should familiarize yourself with the flowering characteristics and care recommendations.
Description of the variety
The varietal variety Alexander Pushkin, popular among specialists in the field of gardening, belongs to the hybrid tea group of roses. A distinctive feature of this botanical classification is the high quality of the inflorescences and continuous flowering.
The body of the bud usually contains from 75 to 80 petals, the complex of which outwardly resembles an elegant glass. The outer edges of the inflorescences are characterized by a double structure, and with full flowering they open into a cup-shaped shape. The average flower size is 13 cm.
The foliage of the plant is dark greenish. The main bush is characterized by a high degree of resistance and a strong structure, which is why this varietal variety is rarely affected by dangerous diseases or pests. The height of the culture reaches 70-130 cm.
The aromatic characteristics of the culture are pronounced, which is 3 out of 5 points according to the global classification. The scent gives off slightly citrus notes.
Advantages and disadvantages
The distinctive advantages of the varietal variety Alexander Pushkin are expressed in the absence of high demands on the soil mixture and good resistance of the buds to rain. No less important advantages of this species are the quality of flowering, and the ability to enjoy beautiful flowers throughout the season.
The variety is also characterized by a fairly fast growth and good bud return. An essential advantage of the variety is its high resistance to various pests, especially powdery mildew. The rose is practically not affected by diseases.
The only and insignificant drawback of this variety is its susceptibility to external conditions, especially to direct sunlight. Due to this feature, a high-quality and stable shelter is required for a rose.
Flowering features
The flowering features of the Alexander Pushkin variety are why this variety has gained wide popularity among gardeners and landscape designers. Flowers are characterized by pronounced aromatic properties. Scent of citrus fruits with small old notes.
The flowers of the variety are distinguished by a bright white tint. In the central part of the inflorescences, a pale pinkish spot is observed, which distinguishes this variety of roses from similar species. The foliage is quite dense with a glossy structure.
Landing
In the northern regions and the middle lane, rose planting usually begins from April to May. Despite the fact that this variety can be planted in the fall, this must be done as soon as possible, otherwise the culture will not be able to take root qualitatively.
For a better planting, a hole is dug up to 60 cm deep. A small amount of fertile soil mixture is poured onto its bottom. If the rose has open roots, it is much easier to plant together.In this case, one gardener carefully holds the seedling in such a way that the root collar is located 3-5 cm below the surface of the soil, and the assistant spreads the roots and sprinkles them with soil.
To improve the quality and efficiency of germination of additional stems, the main root collar should be located slightly below the surface of the soil mixture after compaction. After the soil has settled, it should be additionally sprinkled and mulched with a peat mixture.
Growing and caring
The key to high-quality and effective care for this variety is the systematic loosening of the soil mixture. This also includes the timely elimination of weeds and the rapid prevention of possible diseases or pest attacks.
And you also need to monitor pruning and feeding. If necessary, garden culture is additionally made out with a shelter. Following all the rules of cultivation and care allows you to achieve the most beautiful inflorescences and stability.
Watering and feeding
An adult plant should be watered with clean water at room temperature. The approximate volume of liquid per 1 bush is from 15 to 20 liters. If the weather is warm and dry, watering is carried out 2-3 times for 7 days. In the last months of summer, watering should be significantly reduced or completely stopped until September.
Fertilization of a varietal variety is carried out seasonally. In the spring, experts recommend adding nitrogen substances to the soil, in the summer - preparations based on potassium and phosphorus. In addition, organic fertilizers can be added to promote more efficient growth.
Pruning
The most favorable time for pruning a variety is spring. The first thing to do is to decide on the main task of pruning. Such manipulations are carried out to form a bush or improve the quality of flowering.
If you need to rejuvenate an adult bush, a strong pruning is carried out. In this case, the gardener leaves from 2 to 4 strong buds - everything else is neatly cut off with a pruner.
In order to increase the decorativeness of the variety and accelerate flowering, medium pruning is used, in which all buds are cut off in an adult culture, except for 5-7 pieces.
In the fall, it is necessary to perform the elimination of damaged or diseased shoots, thinning the foliage and much more. The gardener leaves 1-2 inflorescences on the shoots. Such actions can reduce the likelihood of plant death in the winter.
Frost resistance and preparation for winter
Varietal variety Alexander Pushkin is distinguished by average resistance to frost and sub-zero temperatures. In most cases, the crop requires additional protection from frost and precipitation.
Experts recommend starting to cover the rose at temperatures below -8 ° C. Before this, medium pruning and hilling of the crop with a small volume of soil mixture should be carried out - preferably without the use of sand, peat or sawdust.
It is customary to cover the flower with spruce branches made of spruce branches. This structure should be installed on top of mature bushes and between bushes. After that, a greenhouse frame made of wire or a durable metal profile is additionally mounted.
A polyethylene film is stretched from the top of the frame for better protection from precipitation and strong gusts of wind. At the beginning of spring, the rose is additionally ventilated, the metal structure is removed in the first months of autumn.