The Buddha of David is one of the most famous genera of the bush budley. This plant reaches a height of 2 to 5 m and has unusually beautiful large inflorescences up to 70 cm in length. Color, depending on the variety, can be lilac, white, purple, red, pink, purple. Blossoms budeli David in the fall, and for this was called "autumn lilac."
Cultivation of the Buddha of David
The landing of the buddha of David is carried out in two ways:
- Seeds . Planting seeds in the ground is suitable for growing in warm southern areas. In regions with a more severe climate, they first plant seedlings at home. After the freezing, the seedlings can be planted in the open ground.
- Cuttings . Cuttings length of 15-20 cm are planted at a depth of 3-5 cm and covered with a frame with a film stretched over it. From the bottom of the cuttings, the kidneys are removed for better root formation. After the plant has taken root, the shelter is removed.
The soil in which the bush is planted should not contain clay.
Care of the Buddha of David
The plant should be regularly and timely watered. In addition, on particularly hot days in the evening, the leaves of the bush should be sprayed with water.
David's Buddha is basically not attacked by pests. But sometimes a spider mite can appear on the leaves, as evidenced by a thin cobweb. To get rid of this insect, just rinse it off with cold water.
To feed the plant follows nitrogen fertilizers: nitrate or urea .
Preparation for the winter of the buddha of David
David is the most hardy of all types of everyday life. But, despite this, she needs to provide her with proper care in the winter.
A young one-year-old bush before wintering is excavated, transplanted and stored in a cool room. In late May - early April, it is again planted in the open ground.
In the open ground in the garden you can leave for the winter only adults 2-3 year old plants, which must be hidden. A frame is built, which is covered with polyethylene, spunbond or lutrasil. Under the shelter lay a warming material: dry leaves, straw, lapnik. Thus, the plant is protected from freezing and is ready for winter.
Adhering to the necessary rules for the care of David's buddha, you will extend life to this amazingly beautiful ornamental plant.