Description and cultivation of "Brownie" roses

Climbing roses are a real decoration of any site. The varietal variety of this category of plants is wide, so each gardener can choose the option that he likes externally and is suitable for growing on the territory. One of the most interesting representatives of the ornamental shrub is "Brownie", which has a number of unique characteristics.

Rose "Brownie" belongs to the new varieties. This type of plant was bred in 2009 in France. The variety is distinguished by an unusual color of buds. The petals are characterized by striping and alternating shades of red, pale pink, cherry and ash brown. Initially, the buds appear red, but as they bloom, they begin to change color and become very unusual.

Flowers "Brownie" are densely double, on the stem of them from 3 to 5 pieces. On average, their size reaches 10 centimeters. The bush grows up to 1, 5-2 meters. It is usually about a meter wide. During the flowering period, the plant emits a delicate and subtle floral aroma.

In addition to the peculiarities of appearance, the variety "Brownie" has many other advantages:

• a flower form in many ways similar to a tea rose;
• large bud size;
• an unobtrusive scent that is fairly persistent;
• the possibility of wintering without shelter in the conditions of the sixth climatic zone;
• good resistance to dangerous diseases, for example, powdery mildew and black spot;
• tolerant attitude to rain and heavy rainfall.

In order for the Brownie rose to take root well and decorate the site for a long time, it is necessary to plant the plant correctly. Initially, it is worth purchasing high-quality planting material. The best choice is a grafted seedling that has a well-developed root system. It is such an instance that is characterized by good frost resistance and survival rate. In the future, he will give a large number of buds.

Rosa is a lover of well-lit areas, so when choosing a place it is worth staying in such an area. The shadow can negatively affect the development of the Brownie. In the absence of light, it can stop blooming, become stained, or give blind shoots. In addition, plants growing with limited sun exposure often suffer from powdery mildew.

If a seedling is planted with an open root system, it is worth choosing spring time for work. The best period for this will be the second half of April - early May. Since the bush of this variety is quite large, it will need a hole at least 0.3 meters deep. Sandy soil should be changed to imported and more fertile soil.

To prepare the potting mix, you need to mix the following elements:

• 2 parts of sod land;
• 1 part of humus;
• 1 part compost.

Clay natural soil can be optimized by adding sand, bottom peat, organic fertilizers. Soil, characterized by low fertility, must be removed from the hole.After that, you need to pour the prepared mixture into the depression, which should lie in the hole for at least 14 days. After the specified time has passed, the earth will be able to compact. The next step is to form a depression in which you can freely place the plant's root system. After the planting procedure, the culture should be watered with 10 liters of water.

The Brownie climbing rose, like other plants, requires attention and care. Gardeners who have decorated their plot with this shrub should perform certain mandatory activities.

1. Water the plant in a timely manner. The rose should have enough moisture, but it should not be in excess. Brownie has a negative attitude towards both droughts and changes in humidity levels.
2. Fertilize and feed the shrub. It is best to use fertilizers that are designed specifically for the rose. It is these substances that are characterized by a balanced composition, as well as the required amount of micro- and macroelements. Top dressing should be applied after 14-21 days. The use of organic fertilizing should occur several times per season, or rather, in the spring and autumn.
3. Cover the Brownies for the winter. Protecting shrubs for the winter is necessary only in the region where the frosts exceed 23 degrees below zero.

The flower lovers who grow the Brownie variety on the whole plot are pleased with the purchase. Their reviews testify to the extraordinary beauty and attractiveness of a plant that changes the color of its petals. There is a lot of reliable information that the shrub tolerates winter well and does not freeze, even if it is not covered. The rose also shows good resistance to heat. She is able to withstand even plus 40 degrees.

In reviews, gardeners give the following tips for growing a plant of this variety:

• watering a rose should be carried out with warm water, in which there are no chlorine impurities;
• horse manure is a good feeding option for this variety;
• when buds appear, the shrub should be fed with a solution of calcium nitrate;
• if it is necessary to transplant a rose, it should be treated with "Zircon" or "Epin" to help survive the procedure;
• it is necessary to cut the plant until the buds swell.

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