Gypsophila, gypsophila- Gypsophila
The most valued plants are garden varieties of gypsophila. They are plants ranging in height from 80 do 120 cm, forming large balls due to very highly branched shoots. The flowers are small, white or pink, in some varieties full. They bloom from July to the end of August. Plants during the flowering period form bright, compact shapes. Shoots of the varieties of full-flowered mica are easily bent to the ground when it rains, which destroys them.
Psyllium is one of the plants that are very resistant to unfavorable soil conditions. They have fat, vertical and little branched root, so they can survive periods of even prolonged drought. They also grow well in highly calcareous soils. They require sunny positions.
Gypsophila can be propagated by sowing seeds, but seedlings require careful selection. The more valuable varieties are propagated by cutting and by grafting.
The use of gypsophila in perennial beds is very versatile, because they create beautiful combinations with the majority of perennials. They are also widely used in flower arrangements, even in a dry state.
Garden goldenrod - Solidago hybrida
Until now, goldenrod has been known as a nuisance perennial, it spreads easily and grows with the help of underground runners. However, new varieties were bred, much lower, with stiffer shoots, not spreading so easily and spreading much more difficult. That is why this perennial is currently one of the most valued.
Plant height from 25 do 180 cm. Yellow flowers, in big panicles. Flowering lasts from July to November. Lower varieties should be planted in perennial beds, with stiff stems, not requiring ties.
It reproduces goldenrod by division and by shoot cuttings. The soil requirements are low. Goldenrod grows well in any soil that is sufficiently moist. It tolerates light shading well.
After flowering, the inflorescences should be cut, to prevent the production and sowing of seeds.
Obretion, żagwin — Aubrietia
It is one of the best so-called. rocky, forming a compact, very low carpets. Blooms, depending on the variety, from late April to mid-May. Blue flowers, purple or carmine. Flowering profusely. Nice and winter-hardy foliage is also decisive for the high value of this plant. Coverage is propagated by cuttings or by sowing seeds from pure culture. Exaggerated injuries take on poorly, therefore young plants should be prepared in pots.
Damage requires warm soils, permeable, sufficiently fertile and containing added calcium. In winter, it is recommended to cover it lightly with needles to prevent the foliage from drying out.
Omieg — Doronicum
It is a valued perennial with beautiful vivid green leaves, developing rapidly in the spring. It blooms profusely, yellow, in late April or early May. Height from 30 do 50 cm. The soil requirements are low. It grows well in any soil except too dry. It tolerates shading well and can be planted next to deciduous trees. Omiegi reproduces by division.
Ostróżka ogrodowa — Delphinium cultorum
This is known, very tall perennial, willingly grown as a cut flower. There are hybrids in cultivation that differ in terms of height and color of flowers. The flowers are mostly blue and purple, less often pink and white. It blooms in June and early July.
Generally it reproduces by seed. More valuable garden varieties can be propagated by the action of plants or cuttings. Some varieties are not completely frost-proof, so you should cover the plants for the winter in the first year after planting.. The larkspur is easily affected by powdery mildew and therefore it is recommended to plant them in airy places and not too densely.
Quite high soil requirements. Fertile garden lands are most suitable, sufficiently moist. Only sunny positions.
The high height of the plants makes it necessary to tie up easily broken shoots. Tie up fairly early, because tilted shoots become distorted and bent. Faded shoots should be cut quite low and as early as possible, which causes the development of new shoots and repeated flowering.