How to plant Hydrangea tree Anabel on the site: care + photo + description

To decorate a garden plot, you really want to plant something charming, some kind of beautiful plant. Moreover, it would be nice if caring for him was not too tiring. It was this dream that I managed to realize on my personal plot. There is no doubt that the most successful combination of these qualities I found in hydrangea.

In my opinion, the Anabel variety is best suited for novice gardeners. It is the ease of care, the minimum of effort, and in return - beautiful flowers, from the sight of which the mood improves, and a feeling of happiness comes.

Therefore, I want to share some of the features of growing this plant.

Description of the variety

This variety is a relative of the equally popular Anabel, which has delicious snow-white buds. The difference between them is in shades, in "Pink" they are pink. It must be said that the Anabel variety dates back to the 18th century. Then it was bred in America and after a few decades spread throughout the world. Outwardly, the bush looks very powerful. Its spreading branches reach 1.5 meters in height. The shoots are quite strong and do not bend even under the huge caps of flowers. Therefore, in general, the plant looks compact.

Oval leaves of deep green color have small denticles at the edges. By autumn, they turn yellow, after which they fall off. Pink buds are collected in large and fluffy spherical inflorescences. Their diameter can be up to 40 centimeters.

It should be noted the unusual color of this variety. The fact is that the opening buds are dark pink in color. Over time, their shade becomes lighter and brighter.

Advantages and disadvantages

The tree-like pink hydrangea has a number of advantages that distinguish this flower from other garden plants. The following advantages of Pink Annabelle are distinguished:

• immunity to subzero temperatures - the variety calmly tolerates frosts up to 35-40 C;
• seedlings do not need an obligatory shelter for the winter;
• hydrangea bushes easily take root in any soil;
• if all the rules for care are followed, the flowers grow very quickly;
• the plant does not need abundant watering;
• resistance to infections, from which garden plants often suffer.

This variety has no disadvantages. If you want Annabelle hydrangea to delight you with its beautiful buds, plant the plant in open areas of the garden, reliably protected from drafts.

Features of the

It should be noted the peculiarity of the Pink Annabel hydrangea. The fact is that the formation of inflorescences is possible only on young branches. Therefore, every year it will be necessary to carry out a complete pruning, which directly affects the flowering activity and the splendor of the flowers. The plant blooms from June to September. It feels especially comfortable on moist, fertile and slightly acidic soils.

Frost resistance allows it to grow in various regions of our country. A healthy and mature shrub can withstand temperatures as low as -40 degrees. However, young growth may not cope with such weather, its minimum bar should be kept at -20 degrees. Hydrangea "Pink Anabel" can grow in one place for many years. It should be noted that the growth rates are significant.During the growing season, the crown grows by about 10-15 centimeters.

Pruning

All caring for the bush of this plant, basically comes down to proper pruning. This is where responsibility must be shown. Because an inept procedure can disfigure the hydrangea, depriving it of its beauty.

Young plants cannot be pruned. Only grown bushes begin to cut from 4 years of age. The procedure is carried out in the spring, as early as possible. The branches are cut about 15 centimeters from the end. In an adult bush, you can shorten young branches by a third.

If you do not prune the hydrangea, then after a while the flower caps will lose their splendor and crushed.

Application in landscape design

Designers note that this plant looks great both independently and in group plantings. The variety goes well with flowers such as roses and lilies. Great for decorating shrub and flower arrangements. Hydrangea can be used as part of a hedge. She is decorated with alpine slides, terraces, balconies and open verandas. Inflorescences look great in bouquets and flower arrangements.

It is also worth mentioning the delicate and very pleasant aroma of these flowers, which makes being around them pleasant and relaxing.

The right choice of seedlings

When purchasing pink hydrangea seedlings in specialized gardening stores, pay attention to the appearance of the plant. There are 2 main types of sprouts on sale: with closed and open roots.

Please note that the seedling takes root well, at least 3 lateral processes and 5-6 buds must be formed on it. Make sure that the sprouts are safe and sound, the bark is not peeled off.

Be sure to find out when the Anabelle hydrangea shoots were planted in the container. Seedlings that were transferred to a separate container less than 14 days ago may not take root when transplanted into open ground.

It is important that plants with an open root system are healthy. Remember that traces of rot indicate a disease of the seedlings. Choose sprouts with a long root (at least 25-30 cm) for planting. The sprouts should be purchased directly on the day of planting. Better for planting on a garden plot are 3-4-year-old shoots of Pink hydrangea.

Requirements for conditions

In order for the hydrangea to actively grow and bloom magnificently, it is necessary to provide it with optimal conditions. Among them are the illumination, soil, moisture and other indicators. First of all, you need to find a place for the shrub. In this case, the error can become fatal, since the plant will not be able to show all its beauty and brightness in unfavorable conditions. Do not choose a shaded area for planting. Pink Annabelle stretches towards the sun, so there should be enough light for it. However, you should protect it from direct sunlight. Therefore, diffused lighting will be ideal.

Partial shade cannot destroy the flower, but it will grow more slowly, and the owners of the site are unlikely to please with the maximum lush flowering. Those that are much taller and more powerful should not be located next to the plant. They will not only block the light, but also draw off the bulk of the moisture, and the lack of water can also badly affect hydrangeas. For tree varieties, temperature and humidity indicators are not too important. They are frost-resistant. At the same time, drafts can cause significant damage to the plant, so they should be avoided. As for the soil, it should be fertile and slightly acidic. Transplants will not do the hydrangea to the advantage, so the place should be determined for sure.

Hydrangea care Anabel

Many gardeners cannot achieve abundant flowering of Hydrangea. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, it is the wrong choice of the landing site.The shrub does not tolerate extreme heat. Therefore, it is better to plant it in those places where there is partial shade during the day. The sun's rays in the morning and in the evening will be enough for him. Secondly, the quality of the soil plays an important role in the formation of inflorescences. Garden hydrangea Anabel, planting and caring for which will bear fruit in the future, loves acidic soils. Even the shade of colors depends on it. You can feed the hydrangea with fertilizers with potassium, iron, phosphorus and nitrogen during the season. Even sour milk is used as a top dressing. But if you get carried away with the process, then this will have a bad effect on the quality of the flowers. Hydrangea Anabel has snow-white large inflorescences. If you overdo it with fertilizers, then they will acquire a greenish tint. The shrub loves moisture. Therefore, moderate and regular watering is recommended. The soil around the hydrangea must be loosened

Landing

The hydrangea should be planted on time. May or September are considered the most suitable periods. If the planting takes place in the spring, the buds on the bush should already be formed. In the case when the procedure is planned for the fall, it should be ensured that there are several live buds on the seedlings. Before planting, the roots of hydrangea need to be held in a solution of potassium permanganate, this procedure perfectly disinfects. The depth of the planting hole should be about half a meter. If the soil is infertile, you can add a mixture of sand, peat and humus.

The seedling is placed vertically in the hole, its roots are carefully straightened. After that, the plant is covered with earth and slightly compacted.

Experts advise mulching, which retains moisture and protects against weeds. At the end of all manipulations, the flower is watered abundantly.

In order for Pink Anabel to feel comfortable and bloom profusely, it is required to provide it with competent care. First of all, it should be said about watering. It should be noted that hydrangeas are extremely moisture-loving, so they need regular and abundant watering. The soil should not dry out. It should be noted that the plant is able to live without moisture for a long time, however, this will certainly affect its appearance. The leaves and flowers will simply wither. Therefore, during drought and on hot summer days, you need to water the shrubs 2 times a week, and under normal conditions - weekly.

Shrub planting rules

The most common variety of hydrangea is a long-liver: it lives and blooms without transplanting for about 50 years, so a permanent planting site for Annabelle is of particular importance. It is important to remember a few taboos that lead the bush to exhaustion and disease:

• hydrangea loves light, but during the hours of the scorching sun, the hydrangea should be in partial shade;
• drafts are the enemy of hydrangea, choose a quiet place;
• the plant does not tolerate swampy areas; on heavy soils, additional drainage will be required;
• PH indicator should not exceed 6.5;
• the soil in the zone of the root system should always be slightly moistened.

When all the nuances are taken into account, the site is selected in accordance with the requirements, you should start preparing a place for a hydrangea and directly planting a plant. The main stages of planting are as follows:

1. A few days before planting, dig a hole with sides 50 x 50 cm, the depth varies from 40 to 60 cm - adjust to the root system of the seedling.
2. Moisten the resulting depression with 2-3 buckets of water.
3. The seedling is soaked for 2-3 hours in a weak solution of potassium permanganate to destroy pests in the rhizomes.
4. Mix fertile soil, humus or rotted leaves, river sand and peat to create a substrate for hydrangeas. Here you can add a little nitrogen fertilizer (urea) and superphosphate.
5. At the bottom of the hole, a hill of the resulting soil should be poured, a seedling should be placed in the center, and the roots should be distributed. The shrub should be poured carefully, without burying the root collar - it should remain at surface level.Tamp the earth around the seedling and water it well so that moisture nourishes the roots, put a layer of mulch from needles, peat, bark or sawdust on top.

Wintering

Hydrangea "Pink Anabel" is a frost-resistant variety. However, in those territories of Russia where the climate is not mild, it will be necessary to organize a winter shelter. In the southern part, you can not do this, the flower tolerates a cold snap to -27 degrees calmly.

It should be borne in mind that it is recommended to cover young bushes for the winter, regardless of the region of growth. To begin with, the plant is cleaned of dried leaves, damaged or dried branches are cut off, and the root circle is mulched with sawdust. After that, the hydrangea is pressed to the ground and covered with spruce branches.

In especially harsh winters, it will not hurt to pull the film on top.

Wintering hydrangea Anabel

The temperate climate is well tolerated by an adult plant of this variety. Shelter is required in such cases:

• if the hydrangea is still young, frost can destroy the shoots and the root system;
• under severe winter conditions, it is advisable to hide the adult hydrangea Anabel.

Preparation for the winter period begins with covering the soil in the root area with sawdust, leaves, peat will be the best material. To cover the shrub, bend the branches to the ground so that they are not injured, you can secure them with wire brackets. Put spruce branches on top of the bush, sprinkle with peat again and cover with agrofibre. The last layer will be oilcloth, which should be reinforced at the edges with bricks or other heavy objects.

Hydrangea Anabel over 5 years can withstand frosts down to -40 o C, but it is still recommended to insulate the root system in case a small layer of snow falls.

Diseases

Despite the fact that this hydrangea variety is quite resistant to diseases and pests, there are some unpleasant moments that can occur during the growing process. Therefore, it will be useful to take preventive measures in time in order to avoid serious consequences. For these purposes, a weak solution of potassium permanganate is perfect. It pours profusely under the bush.

Among the most common diseases are chlorosis and powdery mildew. Chlorosis manifests itself as yellowing of the leaves with still dark veins and can lead to the death of the flower if left untreated. Powdery mildew is characterized by yellow spots that turn brown over time. In advanced cases, the leaves begin to wither and fall off. In this situation, it is best to use chemicals. Folk remedies in the form of, for example, wood ash will not interfere.

As for insects, spider mites attack the hydrangea most often. It is easily recognized by the presence of a thin web entangling the leaves. If the pest was noticed immediately, you can treat the bush with a solution of laundry soap.

In more severe cases, the formulations "Fitoverm" or "Vermitic" will help.

A brief description of the variety in the next video.

In our cool and unstable climate, of all types of hydrangeas, tree-like ones take root best. Such a variety of hydrangeas as Pink Annabelle is very popular. The plant has an unpretentious disposition and magnificent, lush flowering. Let's get to know this plant better, learn how to grow Pink Annabelle and how to care for it.

Description

The tree-like hydrangea Pink Annabelle is the sister of the popular Annabelle variety. But if Annabelle has snow-white caps of flowers, then Pink's, respectively, are pink. Note that the Annabelle variety is one of the oldest and most respectable varieties of hydrangea tree. It was bred back in the 18th century in the United States, and after a few decades, the plant spread throughout the gardens of the world.

Appearance

The shrub reaches a height of one and a half meters, grows quite sprawling, powerful.Its shoots are powerful and strong, therefore, even during the period of the most active flowering, the branches do not bend to the ground. Thus, the shape of the bush is preserved: neat and compact.

The foliage of Pink Annabelle has a serrated shape characteristic of hydrangea, the leaves themselves are oval, turn yellow by autumn. In summer, the leaves are a bright green shade with a glossy sheen, but closer to autumn they fade, turn yellow, and then completely fall off.

The flowers are pink, collected in huge, lush inflorescences, shaped like a ball. The diameter of such an inflorescence-ball can reach 30-40 cm. The color of the flowers of the plant is not quite common. The fact is that Pink Annabelle is capable of changing color: if at first the flowers have a dark pink color, then as they bloom they become lighter and brighter.

Functional features

Flowers are formed only on young shoots, so the shrub needs complete pruning every year. The stronger the hydrangea is cut in autumn, the more magnificent and active it will bloom in the next season. The decorative period usually lasts from June to September. The best results are shown by shrubs on moist, fertile, loose and slightly acidic soils.

The flowering period of the plant is long - from the beginning of June to the end of August, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the lush bush. The plant is cold resistant and well adapted to the harsh Russian climate. The shrub is able to withstand frosts down to -40 degrees. However, young plants are not so hardy - the bar is set for them at -20 degrees, not lower.

Pruning hydrangea Anabel

In the spring, pruning of shoots should be carried out. As a result, the shrub will respond with more abundant flowering. Formative pruning begins from the first year of the plant's life, at the beginning of spring they leave a low skeleton-base, the shoots are cut by 12-15 cm. Later, depending on the length of the grown branches, they are reduced by 2-5 cm. Sanitary pruning consists in removing weak or damaged shoots. Whatever pruning you do, it is better to do it before the sap flow begins - in early spring or late autumn. This rule applies to all varieties of hydrangea, including "Strong Annabelle" and "Annabelle" pink when grown. In March - April, the shrub is subject to a rejuvenation procedure. Choose about 10 young shoots and cut them to 1/3. The remaining shoots must be sawed off.

Requirements for conditions

We will find out in which place of the garden it is best to plant Pink Annabelle hydrangea and what requirements the soil must meet.

Location and lighting

The choice of a place for this plant is very important, because in the wrong conditions, the Pink Annabel hydrangea is unlikely to be able to demonstrate all its beauty and splendor. The most important thing is to plant it in a well-lit place - it is extremely undesirable to grow it in the shade. However, the plant does not tolerate direct sunlight either. Therefore, the best option is an area with abundant, but rarefied lighting.

Pink Annabelle can grow in partial shade, but it will bloom actively and luxuriantly only with sufficient lighting. It is very good if from the north side the site is protected by a wall of a building, a fence, some other natural or artificial shield.

You cannot plant a hydrangea near powerful, large trees and shrubs, since such neighbors will create an unnecessary shadow and draw all moisture from the soil onto themselves. Treelike hydrangea desperately needs water and, with a shortage of it, grows poorly and blooms.

Temperature

Hydrangea Pink Annabelle can also be grown in cool weather. It is tree-like plant varieties that are suitable for regions with harsh climates.

Air humidity

The plant is not too demanding for this parameter. However, for Pink Annabelle protection from drafts is important - the bush cannot stand cool breezes.

Soil features

Tree hydrangea Pink Annabelle will feel great, thrive and bloom in loose, permeable, fertile and acidified soil. The best option is loamy soil that can retain moisture well. The soil should be nutritious, saturated with humus. You can make the substrate more acidic and suitable for the shrub by adding peat to it.

It is important to immediately choose a permanent place for the hydrangea before planting. This plant categorically does not like transplants and tolerates them very badly, it is difficult to adapt.

Time to board

It is best to plant Pink Annabelle in the spring in May or in the fall in September. In springtime, plant young plants with already formed, but not blooming buds. In the fall, there will be no buds on the seedling, but there should be buds.

Shelter of Hydrangea Anabel for the winter

Shelter of Hortensia Anabel for the winter is carried out in several ways and only if at the moment the shrub is one-year or two-year. Here you can use a covering material or a wooden structure, which is erected around the bush in order to gradually cover it with snow. If the shrub is no longer young, it is enough just to huddle it well. You can also use yellowed foliage to cover the root system. As a rule, Hortensia Anabel does not need shelter for the winter, but it is still necessary to provide warmth to the root system. Indeed, the further growth and flowering of the shrub depends on its condition by the autumn period.

The beauty of the backyard is achieved by careful planning of the landscape design and the selection of flowers and ornamental plants that are in harmony with each other. One of the best options with a gorgeous flowering is the Anabel hydrangea, planting and caring for which, despite its visual appeal, is not difficult. Hydrangea varieties Anabel (syn. Annabelle, Annabelle) is an unpretentious variety that grows actively and tolerates winter well in the open field both in the temperate climatic zone, including in the Moscow region, and in the northern regions of the Russian Federation.

Hydrangea Annabel belongs to the tree type, in the garden it reaches 1.5 m in height. Has a lush crown, twice the height. Shoots are strong, covered with pointed dark green leaves that fall in autumn. The flowers are collected in spherical umbrellas, blooming by July, the decorative period ends in mid-autumn. Almost all the shoots of the bush at the ends are covered with inflorescences that can reach 30 cm in circumference.

The standard color of Anabel hydrangea is white, but you can achieve a change in shade to blue, purple or pink when changing the mineral composition of the soil. Let's see how to achieve this effect:

1. The blue color is achieved due to aluminum compounds in the soil and is characteristic of an acidic environment with a pH below 5.5. You can naturally enrich the habitat of the bush with aluminum by adding peat or ground sulfur, but this should be done before planting the plant. If the bush is already sitting in the ground in a permanent place, watering with aluminum sulfate is recommended during the entire flowering of the hydrangea (15 g per 1 liter of water). A light heavenly shade can be the result of mulching the hydrangea with coniferous bark or peat.
2. Pink color is acquired by hydrangeas, which grow in soil with an alkaline medium with a pH level above 6. The alkali content should not exceed 6.5, since such an environment leads to iron deficiency and chlorosis. For artificial alkalization of the soil, you can use dolomite flour and lime. You can also apply mineral fertilizers with a high nitrogen content, the content of phosphorus is mandatory, which neutralizes the effect of aluminum; the potassium percentage should be low.

On the basis of the hydrangea of ​​the tree variety Anabel, the varieties Pink Anabel and Strong (Inkredibol) were bred, planting them in open ground and caring for the bushes according to a similar scheme. Unlike garden hydrangea, Anabel is resistant to adverse weather conditions and not too demanding on the soil.

How to care

Find out what kind of care Pink Annabelle hydrangea needs to provide to ensure its good health and long, lush bloom.

Watering

Hydrangea is an extremely moisture-loving flower, therefore it needs frequent watering, abundant enough. Drying out of the soil in this case is not recommended categorically. The shrub is able to withstand a very long drought, however, the lack of moisture has a bad effect on the decorative effect of the hydrangea: its leaves and flowers wither.

If the weather is normal in summer, watering is done once a week, but if it's hot - twice a week. After the watering procedure, it is recommended to mulch the root circle so that the moisture does not evaporate longer. It is recommended to use pine needles and bark as mulch - these organic materials acidify the soil, which hydrangeas really like.

The mulching layer should be at least eight centimeters long, and it is best to lay it in an approximately equal circle. Over time, the mulch will decompose and become an excellent source of additional nutrition.

Top dressing

During the growing season in spring and summer, tree hydrangea must be supplied with additional nutrients. The plant is suitable for both organic and mineral fertilizing. You can purchase a complex for flowering plants in the store - the components in it are selected in the optimal way.

It is better to buy ready-made mineral concentrates in liquid form: before using them, you just need to dilute them with water in the specified proportion. Dry fertilizers in the form of granules can also be used. They are scattered under the plant near the roots, then watered. At the beginning of August, it is recommended to stop feeding.

Three times during the growing season, it is recommended to water Pink Annabelle with a solution of potassium permanganate. This will help protect the plant from harmful insects. Such protection is especially important for young hydrangeas.

Watering hydrangeas and caring for the bush

Having chosen Anabel hydrangea as a decoration for the yard, planting and further caring for the shrub will not burden you with difficulties - the variety is unpretentious and practically does not get sick. After rooting, the young plant should be freed from incipient inflorescences so that the bush intensively develops into growth. You should endure only 2-3 years until the hydrangea forms into a full-fledged bush.

Watering should be sufficient, but not excessive: in warm weather, once a week is enough. In drought and extreme heat, watering should be increased up to once every 3-4 days. When doing this, do not forget to loosen the soil in order to prevent the appearance of crusts and to provide air access to the roots. For the first time, make it a rule to protect the young bush from the midday rays of the sun, for which you can use an artificial canopy made of translucent material.

Remember that the root system of the shrubs is shallow, the growth under the ground extends in breadth. Therefore, the Anabel hydrangea in the open field is planted at such a distance from other plants that their roots do not intertwine, competing for nutrients and moisture. To provide hydrangea with trace elements, drugs with a complex composition or a solution of fresh mullein are used. Top dressing is carried out in the spring, before flowering and in autumn, during the budding phase, fertilizers are not applied.

The most important step in the proper formation of a bush is pruning the hydrangea. The rules for shortening the branches of the hydrangea tree are as follows:

1. Shoots are pruned annually after foliage is shed or before sap flow begins in early spring.Plants of the first year of life do not undergo the procedure, do not touch the hydrangea during the period of bud formation.
2. It is necessary to shorten the stems by 12-15 cm so that 3-5 pairs of buds remain.
3. Before wintering, dried flowers and dry branches are removed, this is called sanitary pruning.
4. In early spring, mature bushes rejuvenate by cutting off all branches, except for a dozen young shoots. Selected shoots are shortened by 1/3.

Timely pruning is needed to get a beautiful regular bush shape. But if you did not manage to carry out the manipulations in time, do not touch the bush until the next season, otherwise the plant may die.

Description

Our heroine is a species of a whole group of plants, which has the common name Annebelle. Other names of the flower: Hydrangia and Hydrangia Pink Anabel. This plant is characterized by rapid growth (during the season it increases in size by 20 cm), the strength of the tree-like light brown shoots that form the bush and prevent it from falling apart. The height of the hydrangea ranges from 90 to 120 cm. The width of the bush and the size of the rounded crown are about the same, sometimes reaching almost 3 meters. On the slightly pubescent shoots of Pink Annabelle, large oblong or ovoid leaves are formed with serrated edges and a sharp top, painted in a bright green color.

The fragrant flowers that emerge on young stems are simply delightful. Initially, they have a patchy dark pink hue. This effect is achieved due to the different intensity of color on the lower (dark pink) and upper (light pink) surface of the petals. When the flowers bloom completely, they take on a bright pink hue. They are regular in shape, consist of four petals and are collected in large, rounded, slightly flattened, rather dense inflorescences that stand out on the plant with lush caps. The diameter of each such inflorescence is about 30 cm. Pink Anabel flowers are sterile. Thanks to all these features, the culture is a very ornamental shrub. True, at the end of the flowering phase - abundant and lasting from late June to September - the inflorescences acquire a not very attractive gray tint.

Interestingly, under the weight of impressive inflorescences, the treelike shoots of hydrangea do not break. They are generally very difficult to bend. Another important advantage of the variety is its high resistance to frost. But when cultivating crops in the northern regions, you will have to resort to covering materials in order to avoid the death of the plant.

Reproduction of tree hydrangea

The main method for obtaining a full-fledged seedling is cuttings. To obtain planting material, at the beginning of autumn, an annual shoot is cut off and cut into pieces with 2 pairs of buds and leaves. It is better to take shoots on which there were no inflorescences. Each cutting is placed in a solution with a root growth stimulator for 2-3 hours, then planted in pots or a greenhouse with fertile soil for hydrangeas. Before planting, they get rid of the lower pair of leaves, the upper one is shortened by half.

Cuttings grow better with a greenhouse effect, for which the pots are covered with cut bottles or jars. It takes about a month for rooting, then you can move the seedlings into open ground. For the winter period, you will have to either cover them or plant them back in pots until spring.

The second method is reproduction by layering, which will require a one-year shoot. A shallow incision is made across the shoot. The branch should be dug in and fixed so that the incision is at the bottom: from here the roots are formed. The procedure is done in September, the seedling is separated from the mother bush after a year. Care for the layering consists in the timely watering and loosening of the soil.

Hydrangea seedlings can also be obtained from seeds, but this is a complex and lengthy process, so experienced gardeners rarely use this propagation method.

Hydrangea Anabel is not so popular for nothing: the variety feels good in different parts of the world. And if you choose the right place for planting and comply with the basic care requirements, you will receive a true beauty on your site.

Features of growing and care

Our heroine is photophilous, and therefore it is advisable to plant her in an area where there is a lot of sunlight. However, when growing the variety in the southern regions, it is preferable to place the flower in partial shade.

Of particular importance is the observance of the recommendations for choosing the soil for the luxurious beauty Pink Annabelle. The soil must be loose, fresh and highly fertile. Hydrangea does not tolerate calcareous soil. The culture grows well in slightly alkaline soils, but for growing Pink Anabel it is preferable to use an acidified substrate. In any case, you will get a lush flowering shrub, the main thing is to adhere to the elementary rules for caring for the plant: abundant regular watering without waterlogging (this will ensure good flowering and a large form of inflorescences), periodic feeding with complex mineral and organic fertilizers, loosening the soil around the bush, spring pruning (carried out before the onset of sap flow or at the very beginning of the leaf blooming phase).

Although the bush retains its shape, it is still better to use supports and tie up a tree plant - for reassurance. The culture is very rare, but it can still be affected by viral and fungal diseases, as well as aphids.

Planting hydrangeas Anabel in open ground

In caring for Hortense Annabelle, it is very important to choose a suitable place for her to plant. Hydrangea tree-like "Anabel" grows well on acidic soils. For a lush and vibrant bloom, plant the bushes in a light shade from the crown of tall trees. It is advisable to protect the plantings from drafts. The plant does not tolerate wetlands; in the lowlands, make good drainage. The root system of shrubs is located in the upper soil layer. At a distance of 1.5-2 m from each other, dig holes 40 cm deep and in diameter. Prepare food for the roots for the first time.

Take in equal proportions:

• black soil;
• garden land;
• sand;
• peat.

Add complex fertilizers to the mixture and pour half a bucket of the composition into each well. Such preparation will facilitate the subsequent care of the plantings. Spill each well well, wait for excess moisture to be absorbed into the ground. Take a seedling, spread the roots so that they are evenly distributed over the bottom of the hole, and cover with soil. Make sure that the root collar is not underground. Mulch circles near bushes with sawdust or fallen leaves of last year. Peat is considered the best material for mulch; it increases the acidity of the soil.

Use cases

An elegant shrub ennobles the appearance of parks, gardens, city squares, alleys. He is able to make a lasting impression, being planted both alone and in groups. Take a note: this hydrangea variety goes well with any flowering perennials, but in the best way - with clematis, roses, lilies. Landscape designers use Pink Annabel to create hedges and tree-shrub compositions such as edges. A tree-like beauty is able to turn even the most ordinary-looking household plot into a place worthy of a queen's rest!

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Disembarkation of Pink Annabelle

In open ground, the sprouts of the Annabelle tree hydrangea are allowed to be planted both in the autumn period and with the onset of spring. If you plant seedlings in the garden in September, then at the beginning of May the plant will delight you with active growth and flowering.

For autumn planting, you should choose seedlings with a strong root system. In order for the sprouts to winter well, with the arrival of the first frosts, the hydrangea bushes must be covered without fail.

The advantages of spring planting of Pink hydrangea are that in this case the seedlings take root much faster and practically do not get sick. When planning to plant a hydrangea in the spring, be sure to wait until the first buds form on the shoots, but they should not have time to bloom.

It is important to choose the right place in the garden in which Annabelle's hydrangea will grow. This variety does not tolerate the transplanting process very well, so choose an area where the bushes can bloom for many years in a row. Make sure that tall plants are planted next to the flowers, reliably sheltering the hydrangea from the wind.

Remember that this variety loves moist soil, so you should not plant plants with an overly branched root system next to a pink hydrangea. In the summer, the seedlings need regular watering, otherwise the foliage on the bushes will begin to turn yellow, and the buds will fall off without fully blooming.

In order for the seedlings to take root well and delight you with their beautiful appearance for a long time, you need to pay special attention to the choice of soil, lighting the area that you have chosen for planting flowers.

Correct lighting

For a long time, it was believed that Annabelle Pink's hydrangea was independent of lighting, but modern breeders have proven otherwise. When direct sunlight hits the bushes, the plant slows down its growth, and the inflorescences that form on it do not differ in large size.

Excessive shading of the garden area leads to the fact that the bushes stop blooming, so try to choose a place where partial shade will reign in the daytime and the sun in the evening.

Plant soil

One of the advantages of this variety is that the seedlings tolerate any type of soil well, but if you want to achieve active flowering of pink hydrangea bushes, choose light types of soil.

Better for growing Annabelle Pink loam is suitable. This type of soil is acidic enough and moisture permeable. Please note that the soil in which the seedlings will grow must be breathable, stagnant water leads to the development of a fungal infection in the root system of the plant.

Do not add sand mixture to the soil. It is recommended to use organic substances such as sawdust as fertilizers that can increase the acid balance of the soil.

You can use mineral fertilizers sold in specialized stores. Few of the novice gardeners know that the acidity of the soil directly affects the color of hydrangea buds. You can achieve a bright pink or purple hue by watering the seedlings with aluminum sulfate.

So that after planting the plants begin to actively develop, drain the soil in advance. Mix equal proportions of loamy soil with clay. This mixture should be used for planting hydrangea sprouts in open ground.

A few days before planting, dig the planting holes and put the earthen mixture in it so that the soil is enriched with oxygen. Do not forget to apply phosphate fertilizers, which will speed up the growth of the seedlings. Please note that Annabelle's hydrangea does not like wood ash, so you should not add this fertilizer to the soil.

Planting stages

Planting a tree-like pink hydrangea in the ground should follow a certain sequence. Saplings will quickly take root in a new place if you follow simple rules.

1. Do not forget to treat the rootstock of the shoots with a disinfectant. This will help the sprouts to root properly and keep the maturing plants healthy. For these purposes, it is recommended to use potassium permanganate.
2. Prepare the seat in advance. Try to dig a deep and wide hole. The optimal size is 55x60 cm. This distance will allow the grown seedlings to develop normally next to each other.
3. Do not bury the rhizome of the plant very deeply in the groundMake sure that the root collar is not covered with soil. Do not forget to compact the soil well around the seedlings.
4. Water the planted shoots thoroughly. Use at least 1 bucket of water under each tree hydrangea bush. Make sure that moisture does not get on the leaves and stem of the plant.
5. If you start planting the seedlings in the early morning, cover the seedlings with straw for a day. On a cold day, it is recommended to create a greenhouse canopy that will create a greenhouse effect for the hydrangea sprouts.

Note that the tree-like Annabelle Pink will begin to bloom only 3-4 years after transplanting into open ground.

Diseases and pests

Treelike hydrangea is one of the most disease-resistant plants. She does not suffer from outlandish and difficult to remove ailments, but is prone to ordinary aphids.

Attention! Well, if there are ants on the site, they will collect the fallen aphids so that they cannot return to the hydrangea. It's good if there are ladybugs around that feed on aphids.

It is easy to fight the pest with plain water, which is sprayed on the whole plant, knocking down insects

Laundry soap is also used, which must be rubbed in 1 liter of water in an amount of 100 g. It can be replaced with tar soap, which will be no less effective. The soap is dissolved in water, poured into a spray bottle and sprayed over flowers, foliage and stems. You can cultivate the soil around the plant.

A painful appearance signals some deficiencies in care:

• "Rusting" foliage says that there is too much water, or the plant is "stuffy";
• leaves drying out from the tips signal that there is little moisture, so it will not be superfluous to water the plant not only near the soil, but also to spray it entirely;
• "Burns" on foliage indicate that the plant needs more shade, they overheat in the sun.

Hydrangea transplant

Hydrangea transplant is carried out only in spring or autumn. In summer, you should not touch the shrub, since during the flowering period such transportation will be very dangerous and difficult to tolerate. A shrub can simply throw off all its inflorescences and not please them for several more seasons.

Spring transplanting implies the desire of the gardener to simply make a "rearrangement" on his site. The time for transplanting is chosen in advance by examining the branches for the presence of buds. It is important to be in time before they dissolve.

Dig out the root system carefully by lowering the spade bayonet a distance from the base of the bush. Transfer the plant, observing all the rules for planting a seedling above.

Transplanting hydrangea tree-like in autumn rarely. Here you should carry out all the necessary manipulations to eliminate already faded inflorescences.

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The best time for this kind of transportation is the end of September. As a rule, the plant still has time to get used to and prepare for the winter - this increases the likelihood of persistent wintering by hydrangea.

The transplant is also carried out in accordance with the above rules. It should be noted that after such a procedure, there is no need to feed the shrub for at least one flowering season.

Blossoming of hydrangea tree-like pink "Annabelle", video:

Shrub propagation

You can propagate the hydrangea Anabel by:

• dividing bushes;
• cuttings and layering.

Most often, propagation by cuttings is used, the length of which should exceed 10 cm. Having treated the cuttings with a growth stimulant, they should be rooted in a container filled with a mixture of peat, humus, soil and sand. A cut plastic bottle is put on top of the cuttings. The container is moved to a dark place before rooting. Several times a day, it is important to remove the bottle for 20-30 minutes in order to ventilate.

When using the method of dividing the shrubs, the mature shrub is divided into parts. In this case, you should be very careful with the root.Each of the divisions is endowed with a well-defined root system. After planting, it is important to thoroughly moisten the soil.

In the autumn, you can start propagating the bush by layering. To do this, cut the one-year shoot and press it to the soil using a wire. The plot is mulched. After 12 months, full-fledged seedlings will be formed from the shoots.

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Planting hydrangeas in 5 steps

This tree-like shrub is planted at a distance of at least 1 m from each other, so as not to create competition between plants for nutrients and moisture.

Hydrangea is extremely sensitive to transplanting, so it is better to think over the planting site in advance, to provide the soil with nutrients

It is better to plant the hydrangea in a permanent place in the fall or early spring - everyone determines it independently. There is no fundamental difference.

The only recommendation for planting in the fall is to remember that the plant must take root before the onset of frost. That is, the autumn planting should be carried out no later than the end of September.

We plant step by step:

	Step 1. Prepare the plant for planting Before planting, soak the roots in a weak manganese solution or in a solution that stimulates root growth.
	Step 2. Prepare the hole While the roots of the hydrangea are soaked, we prepare a hole for planting: the size of the planting pit for a small seedling 40x40x40 cm; the larger the planted plant, the more space it needs; the size of the hole should be such that when the seedling is placed from the root to the side walls of the hole, at least 20 cm remains; a drainage layer is laid out on the bottom of the pit; then a soil mixture that you can buy ready-made or mix it yourself - peat, humus, complex mineral fertilizers
	Step 3. Landing gently lower the seedling into the prepared hole; straighten the roots as needed; fill the hole with soil mixture, slightly press down; correct deepening - the root collar remains slightly above the soil level
	Step 4. Watering make a good side around the edges of the root circle; water the seedling abundantly with soft or pH neutral water; hydrangea does not tolerate hard water, so I do not recommend watering bushes with tap water, especially young ones
	Step 5. Mulching Mulch protects the soil from moisture loss, which is important for hydrangeas. The plant does not tolerate drought. The root system of the hydrangea is superficial. In frosts, in order to prevent the roots from freezing, mulching is mandatory

Brief description of culture

• Form: deciduous shrub with a rounded, spreading crown.
• Size: bush 90-150 cm high, up to 280 cm in diameter.
• Flowering period: June - early October.
• Flower color: from dark pink to bright pink.
• Inflorescences: irregular spherical, 20-30 cm in diameter.
• Leaves: large, oblong, green (yellowish in autumn) with jagged edges.

Treelike hydrangea varieties were not popular among amateur and experienced florists. They were whimsical to care for, not too resistant to cold weather, and besides, they did not have much difference in color from the maternal form (all inflorescences of subspecies are white). This was the case before the emergence of a new variety - Invincibell Spirit. Hydrangea has absorbed the best qualities, and most importantly, it acquired an unusual color of inflorescences.

Hydrangea Invincible Spirit (flower appearance)

Often, when selling this species, nurseries use the term Pink Annabelle, which is incorrect. After selection, the hydrangea was patented as invincibelle spirit, which means “invincible spirit” in English.

Interesting! A novelty flower was bred from the Annabelle cultivar in 2010. The author is T. Early from North Carolina, who works at the research center of the local university.

Planting site and soil preparation

Hydrangea is a moisture-loving plant, it does not tolerate drying out of the root system. Water it regularly and abundantly enough.In the hot season - at least twice a week. Especially if it grows in a sunny area. In order for the water to evaporate less, the trunk circle should be mulched. However, overflow of soil should be avoided.

Top dressing

Treelike hydrangea should be fed twice a month, alternating organic and mineral fertilizers. The first feeding is in the spring, at the beginning of the growing season. You can use an infusion of green herbs for this. You can do it like this: fill a bucket with grass, fill it with water and keep it in the sun for several days. The resulting infusion is drained and diluted with clean water. One part of the herbal infusion requires ten parts of water. A bucket of ready-made solution is required for one bush.

During the flowering period, you need to increase the amount of mineral dressings. And do not get carried away with organic matter - otherwise the bush will begin to increase the green mass to the detriment of the formation of inflorescences.

Pruning

Regular pruning is necessary to give the correct shape, to renew and heal the branches. Flowers are formed only on the branches that have appeared this year. Pruning is done in early spring, before the start of the active growing season. This is done for the first time in the first year of the bush's life.

Old, neglected, dry branches are cut out completely. Last year's are shortened to 2.5-5 cm. Young and healthy branches should be cut by 12-15 cm.

Reproduction

Since the peduncles of cultivated varieties of hydrangea are sterile, they propagate it only in a vegetative way. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn, from shoots that have not yet bloomed. The size of the cutting for propagation is 10-15 cm. The cut must be treated with a root formation stimulator. Root in a garden bed, in a shaded place.

When the stalk is rooted, the greenhouse can be removed. By winter, young seedlings need to be covered with insulation or spruce branches, they are not yet as hardy as adult plants. Another option is to transplant the young bushes into containers and leave them for the winter in the basement.

In the spring, after the threat of frost has passed, the shelter can be removed and pruned, leaving two pairs of buds on each branch. Sometimes after wintering, the stems look black, but over time they return to normal and acquire a normal green color.

In the fall, hydrangeas are propagated by arcuate layering. A one-year-old shoot must be cut and bent in the shape of a U. In the place of the cut, it must be fixed in the ground with a wire, from above it must be mulched with a nutrient mixture. By the next autumn, the young plant will take root properly, and in the spring it can be separated from the mother.

A tree-like shrub grows poorly in soil with a lime impurity. It is important to find an area with clay soil or increase the acidity level in the soil. In order to achieve lush flowering, it is unacceptable to plant seedlings in the ground with a large part of the sand, which helps to retain nutrients.

Planting work can be carried out both in the autumn and in the spring. When living in the northern region, it is important to wait until the buds begin to bloom.

After planting, it is important not to forget to moisten the soil and maintain the moisture level using mulching. Mulch prevents weeds from growing and acts as a barrier to protect the root system from overheating. After transplanting into open ground, the mulch should be laid out in the near-trunk circle with a layer of 8 cm.

Mulching is carried out in May, at a time when the soil warms up well. Gradually, the mulch will rot and become an effective fertilizer containing a suitable acidity level.

Fertilizer is applied not only in the spring, but also in the summer months. If desired, you can use diluted mullein or chicken droppings. Fertilizer is diluted with a small part of superphosphate or urea.

Bushes need to be systematically pruned. It is advisable to carry out this procedure in the autumn months. The grower must remove buds, old or broken shoots.In the event that, for some reason, pruning was not carried out in the fall, an event should be held in early spring. To enhance flowering, it is worth shortening strong shoots by 4-5 cm.

Inexperienced growers often have problems growing hydrangeas. Below are the most common problems, causes and solutions.

Problem	Reason and solutions
Yellow foliage	It can arise from exposure to the bright scorching sun, waterlogging of the soil, a deficiency of useful elements in the soil. To eliminate the problem, it is important to timely fertilize, water the plant correctly and cover it from the scorching summer sun on the hottest days.
Dryness and blackening of foliage, wilting	The problem occurs against the background of watering with hard water or sunburn. It is recommended to water the hydrangea with settled water. On hot days, the plant should be covered from the scorching sun rays.
Wet blackening of green mass	The reason is the temperature drop, drafts, heavy soil and waterlogging. It is important to properly water the plant and protect it from sudden temperature changes.

The tree hydrangea Anabel is frost-resistant, therefore, as a rule, no measures are taken to prepare for winter. However, if you wish, you can bend the stems to the surface of the ground, pin them firmly and cover them with a small layer of fallen leaves. As soon as the frost has passed, the shelter should be removed.

Anabel hydrangea can be propagated by:

• dividing bushes;
• cuttings and layering.

Most often, propagation by cuttings is used, the length of which should exceed 10 cm. Having treated the cuttings with a growth stimulant, they should be rooted in a container filled with a mixture of peat, humus, soil and sand. A cut plastic bottle is put on top of the cuttings. The container is moved to a dark place before rooting. Several times a day, it is important to remove the bottle for 20-30 minutes in order to air it.

When using the method of dividing the shrubs, the mature shrub is divided into parts. In this case, you should be very careful with the root. Each of the divisions has a well-defined root system. After planting, it is important to thoroughly moisten the soil.

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In the autumn, you can start propagating the bush by layering. To do this, cut the one-year shoot and press it to the soil using a wire. The plot is mulched. After 12 months, full-fledged seedlings will be formed from the shoots.

Treelike hydrangea is a shrub with a height of 1 to 3 m with a rounded crown and slightly pubescent shoots. Hydrangea leaves are tree-like, elliptical or ovoid, 6 to 20 cm long, with serrated edges and a heart-shaped base, bare on the underside of the plate. The upper side is green, the lower is gray.

A few sterile flowers about 2 cm in diameter, together with small fertile flowers, are collected in shields up to 15 centimeters or more in diameter. At the moment of opening, the white flowers have a greenish tint, then the greenness disappears, and by the end of flowering the inflorescences turn pink. The fruit of a tree hydrangea is a box up to 3 mm in size.

The plant blooms profusely and for a long time from the first half of July to mid-autumn.

Growing hydrangeas in the garden - planting and care

The culture is distinguished by its rapid growth, love of moisture, exactingness to the composition of the soil and winter hardiness. This species is easier than other hydrangeas to tolerate the presence of lime in the soil.

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Watering and fertilizing

The tree hydrangea Anabel is watered especially abundantly after planting. Mulching the soil surface with peat, bark or wood chips will help preserve moisture in the soil. An adult plant is watered less often, but it is not worth allowing the soil to dry out. The soil is mulched in early spring.

The gardener should not forget about the use of fertilizers. Nutrient formulations are applied in May and July.From organic matter, a solution of chicken manure or mullein is used in a ratio of 1:10. Of the mineral compositions, a compound of superphosphate, potassium nitrate and urea is used (proportion 2: 1: 1). It is recommended to add a complex fertilizer for hydrangea, which includes iron and magnesium, to the water at each watering.

Pruning and wintering

Bush pruning is also included in the rules of care. Sanitary work is performed at the end of autumn. Remove dry inflorescences, old and damaged branches, weak shoots. If in the autumn the gardener failed to rejuvenate the bush, then the work can be done in early spring, while there are still no young leaves. When pruning in spring, the strongest shoots are chosen, which have already delighted with abundant flowering. They are shortened to 6-7 cm. Other branches are removed completely.

Technique for preparing a plant for winter:

• Perform sanitary pruning.



• Gently bend the remaining shoots into the soil.
• Gently pin the twigs.
• Cover dry leaves.

Hydrangea reproduces in several ways:

• Cuttings. After pruning, the strongest and most developed specimen is selected from the remote shoots. The gardener should remember that non-flowering shoots take root faster. The branches are cut into cuttings, kept in a root-forming solution (zircon, root) for 2 hours and planted in the soil. The planting material is covered with plastic bottles. From time to time, greenhouses are ventilated. Immediately before frost, the seedlings are covered with agrofibre. When cultivating the variety in the northern regions, the cuttings should be carefully dug up, transplanted into a pot and transferred to the house. The ideal option for propagation by cuttings is planting in a pot in nutrient soil in the fall, keeping it indoors in winter, and planting it in a flower bed in late spring.



• Layers. At the beginning of autumn, dig a hole 5 cm deep, select a one-year, well-developed branch, make an incision and place it in the hole. The shoot is fixed with pins, covered with nutritious soil, watered and hidden under mulch. In the spring, the cuttings are cut from the mother plant and planted in an open area.

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Hydrangea varieties tree

Varieties of tree hydrangea can differ in color of flowers, saturation of foliage, height of growth and other indicators. The varieties that are in high demand around the world are listed below.

Photo of hydrangea Anabel

• Annabelle is one of the most sought-after varieties of Hydrangea in floriculture. Its peculiarity is in massive, large white inflorescences, up to 25 cm wide. They keep on long peduncles, but since the buds themselves are quite heavy, they are able to droop to the ground. The bush grows quickly, it is unpretentious in care. The maximum height is 1.5 meters, and the bush grows 3 meters wide, which is important to keep in mind when planting. Flowering lasts 3 summer months. If you want to plant a similar variety, but to keep the flowers from drooping, you can choose the Strong Annabel hydrangea.

Important! Almost all varieties of tree hydrangea begin to bloom from the age of 4.

Photo of Pink Annabelle hydrangea

• Invincibelle or Pink Annabelle is a variation of the Annabelle variety. The flowers are pink, also large, with a diameter of 15-20 cm. The uniqueness of this species is that after the first flowering, you can prune, and then the bush will bloom again in 6 weeks! Bushes grow up to 1.2-1.5 meters. The variety is winter-hardy and can withstand frosts down to -37 degrees.
• Bella Anna grows up to 1.3 meters in height. The inflorescences are large, 25-35 cm in diameter. The flowers are bright pink, but as they grow, they change their shade from dull to bright. Flowers are actinomorphic. During flowering, the flower stalks tend to the ground. The leaves are ovoid, light green, and yellow in autumn. The variety is not afraid of frost.

Interesting! The color of hydrangea buds largely depends on the acidity of the soil. Blue flowers of cold shades are grown in acidic soil, and varieties with buds of warm shades are planted in alkaline soil.

Photo of hydrangea Bella Anna

• "Grandiflora" is a tree-like Hydrangea variety, it grows as a powerful bush. Long-lasting, spectacular flowering. Inflorescences during the flowering period can change color several times. Initially, they are soft green, then they acquire a snow-white color, and at the end they become creamy. The bush grows up to 2 meters high and up to 3 meters wide.
• "Sterilis" grows up to one and a half meters wide and up to 1.2 m high. Low winter hardiness. It is recommended to grow this variety in warm regions. The flowers are green-white, becoming completely white as they develop. Inflorescences are not very large, located on elastic shoots. The leaves are light green, heart-shaped, up to 15 cm long.

Growing failures

Hydrangea can be attributed to the number of unpretentious plants, but if the basic agrotechnical rules are not followed, beginners begin to have difficulties:

1. Problems arise most often due to the lack of proper soil acidity. The tree-like Anabel is more peaceful in this regard, but then her flowering is less abundant. For successful growth, an acidic environment with a pH of 5 - 5.5 is needed. High-moor peat, pine needles, potassium or ammonium sulfate help to acidify the soil. With an alkaline reaction, the hydrangea will suffer from a lack of iron, which will cause chlorosis of the foliage. Watering with a solution of ferrous sulfate (5 g / 10 l) will help to correct the situation.

   
   Bush after spring pruning

2. The plant needs to be watered abundantly. An adult shrub should take 3-4 liters of water, otherwise abundant flowering cannot be expected.
3. The higher the stems are left, the more flowers they will have, but they will be small. Generosity in this case will only hurt. The shoots should rise from the ground by about 10 cm, then in the spring there will be more growth with large flowering caps. Pruning is carried out in the spring before the juice begins to move.

Hydrangea Annabel, with planting and caring for which a beginner can handle, has a spectacular and long flowering. It is suitable both for a small suburban area and for presentable suburban areas.

Use in landscape design

An attractive flowering shrub is able to revive any landscape composition, thanks to which gardeners use it in a wide variety of variations:

• in the background for emphasis on lower flowering foreground plants;
• between other ornamental plants or flower beds;
• for zoning sites;
• in group landings;
• in the background in rock gardens;
• for arches, entrance areas in order to give them brightness;
• on flower beds in order to emphasize the brightness of other flowers or as an independent composition.

Reviews of hydrangea tree

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Hydrangea is an amazing plant. He is known in different parts of the world. Gardeners, florists and landscape designers use the hydrangea tree to decorate large and small areas of the backyard.

• Irina Marsh: “In my garden, hydrangea is a queen. My parents also planted 10 bushes of this amazing plant. They fence the path, so you can go for a walk literally walking between them. The bushes are large, round like caps, with rich green foliage, and during flowering it is generally an amazing sight. They are covered with large white inflorescences of incredible beauty. Despite their considerable age, they bloom annually ”.
• Marina Nazarova: “Several years ago I was carried away by such a plant as the tree hydrangea. I ordered several varieties of different colors on the Internet and planted them. After 4 years, 5 very beautiful bushes are growing in my garden. Three bushes bloom white, one blue, and the last pink.It looks amazing when they bloom together. They are not demanding in care. This is especially liked about this plant - the bushes grow neat on their own! In general, I'm happy with the choice! "
• Ekaterina Gus: “Treelike hydrangea grows as a beautiful bush. I planted the Annabelle variety many years ago. Now it is already a big bush. The leaves are lobed, large, very bright, the inflorescences are massive, but during the flowering period they do not fall to the ground, but simply lie on the bush because of the density of the foliage. In leaving, the main thing is to water on time, if there is not enough water, the flowers will quickly fade, and the foliage will become dull or even turn yellow, as it was in my case. "

Plot

In 1967, in Santa Monica, California, John Form, a physician, gives his wife Mia a rare porcelain doll in honor of the imminent birth of their first child. Mia plans to place the doll in the children's room of their future daughter.

That night, the couple are disturbed by the sounds of the neighbors, the Higgins. While Mia calls the police, she and John are attacked by strangers who have killed their neighbors. The police arrive and shoot the first killer, a man, who is killed instantly, while the female killer commits suicide by slitting the throat in the nursery and holding a china doll. News reports identified the attackers as the Higgins' daughter, Annabelle, and her boyfriend. Both were members of a sect.

In the following days, a number of paranormal activities take place in the House of Forms. Mia then gives birth to a healthy baby girl, Leah. The family rents an apartment in Pasadena, and after discovering the doll that John had thrown away from Annabelle's previous attack in one of their boxes, another series of paranormal activity hits Mia and her daughter. The next night, Miyu is haunted by an evil creature in her apartment, and she believes it to be the ghost of Annabelle. Soon after, Miya encounters a mysterious figure in the basement of the building of the house, who begins to haunt her.

Mia invites Detective Clarkin to get information about Annabelle and the sect she was a member of. The woman learns that the cult deliberately summons supernatural beings. With the help of a bookstore saleswoman, Evelyn Mia realizes that the cult practiced devil worship and summoned a demon that followed the family after their move to retrieve someone's soul. Upon returning home, Mia and Leah are attacked by a demon that reveals itself by manipulating the doll. Mia and John contact their parish priest, Father Perez, who informs them that demons sometimes enter inanimate objects to achieve their goals and that a human soul must be offered for the demon to take it away. With no hope of exorcising the demon from the doll, Perez's father retrieves it to seek help from the Warrens to investigate. But before he can enter the church, a demon representing Annabelle's spirit attacks him and takes the doll.

The priest is hospitalized, and the next day, when John visits him in the hospital, Father Perez warns that, sensing the powerful presence of the entity, he realized that the demon's true intention is to take Mia's soul. On the night that Evelyn visited Mia, the demon used the physical form of Perez's father, infiltrated the apartment, kidnapped Leah and forced her mother to give her soul in return. To save her daughter, Mia tries to jump out of the window with the doll, but John and Evelyn manage to stop her in time. Evelyn decides to give her soul to atone for the car accident in which her daughter, Ruby, died a few years ago. Once the Forms are reunited, the demon and the doll disappear and Leah returns.

Six months later, a woman buys a doll in an antique store as a gift to her daughter Debbie, one of the nurses shown at the beginning of the film.

The need for feeding

Some gardeners do not feed regularly. And the hydrangea develops well and blooms. But the impressive size of the bushes and flowering caps in this case is not expected.

Top dressing for the season takes place in several stages.

1. In early spring, before mulching the soil at the root, fertilizer is applied for intensive growth. It should be dominated by trace elements such as phosphorus, potassium and nitrogen.
2. During the formation of inflorescences, a second feeding is carried out, based on the content of phosphorus and potassium.
3. In the spring, you can spray the plant with a solution of potassium permanganate 2-3 times. This increases the strength of the shoots, which is extremely necessary for the hydrangea. The branches bend towards the ground under the weight of the buds.

Some try to tie the branches to the support. But this action completely changes the whole greatness of the bush.

Reproduction

The best and fastest way to propagate tree hydrangea is considered to be cuttings, that is, using individual stems. It is noteworthy that they will have the genetic information of the main plant, so no differences and "surprises" in its germination can be expected.

Cuttings are done in summer with green stems, which is considered the most optimal choice. The procedure is carried out in mid-July, in the early morning, so that the plant is filled with moisture, preferably with new fresh growths.

Cut closer to the base, at the very bud, leaving one or two leaves, which are cut in half. If the shoot is with a bud, it is cut off.

The stalk is placed in a 200-300 ml jar and left in the shade until roots appear.

Florists advise adding 1 tsp to the water. honey, it will contribute to the thickening at the end of the cutting, from which the roots will crawl.

Attention! The water in the can is not changed to fresh water. It is only topped up as it evaporates.

When the cuttings of the tree hydrangea give roots, they are transplanted into small containers with peat mixed with sand in a ratio of 2 to 1. The earth is pre-moistened, and then watered once a week if the air humidity is not too high. In August, the plants show their first roots, but it is too early to plant them. For the winter, they create greenhouse conditions and only in the spring are cuttings taken out to the beds.

Planting seeds

Experts recommend planting seeds at the end of winter. Before starting the procedure, it is important to germinate the seed. To do this, you need to lay it on a piece of damp cotton wool. Once the seeds are swollen, you can get to work:

1. The container is filled with sheet earth, peat and sand.
2. The seeds are laid out on the ground surface. It is not recommended to deepen them.
3. The seeds are sprinkled with sand.
4. The container is covered with a piece of glass.
5. A couple of times a week, the soil with crops is moistened.
6. The first shoots will appear 7-10 days after planting.
7. As soon as the sprouts reach 2 cm in height, they can be transplanted into separate cups and placed on the windowsill.

Hydrangea (Hydrangea) tree variety Invincibell Spirit

For the hydrangea tree variety Invincibelle Spirit (Hydrangea arborescens invincibelle Spirit), the definitions "breakthrough" and even "revolution" are quite suitable. This is an absolute novelty, which will appear in retail for the first time this spring. And fortunately, not only abroad, but also here.

The variety was obtained in the USA (originator Thomas Early from North Carolina). Previously, the varieties of the well-known tree hydrangea, glorious for their winter hardiness, unpretentiousness and annual flowering, were only white, turning green as they bloom. Therefore, many flower growers literally raved about the large-leaved hydrangea that did not winter well in our country. It was this variety that changed everything radically.

The inflorescences of this hydrangea bloom deep pink and then change color to bright pink. Like other forms of tree hydrangea, flowering occurs on young shoots, which guarantees flowering even in winter conditions so cold that almost the entire above-ground part is frozen over. The originators define the USDA winter hardiness zone 3 for this variety (the average minimum temperature in January is up to -370).When the shoots are preserved, many medium-sized, 15-20 cm in diameter inflorescences are formed, and with strong pruning, fewer large caps with a diameter of up to 30 cm are formed. Breeders promise re-flowering, which extends the total flowering time to four months - from June to September.

All this means that in the presence of a snow cover, hydrangea Invincibelle Spirit can winter in a larger territory of our country, and it can be safely grown where the "mongrel" hydrangea treelike Grandiflora grows.

The height of the bush of the new variety is 0.9-1.2 m, the diameter is slightly larger. All requirements for soil, nutrition, illumination are the same as for old cultivars of tree hydrangea.

And a little about the name of the variety. "Invincible" in translation from English means "invincible", and "spirit" - "spirit". However, due to the similarity with the widespread variety Annabelle, the first word of the name is somewhat distorted - "Invincibelle". “Invincible Spirit” is the name that fits the charity fundraising program for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. One dollar from the sale of each plant goes to this fund.

Further care

Despite the fact that the Invincibelle hydrangea is resistant to frost, it needs special care.

Important! She does not like frequent transplants, direct sunlight (flowers fade in the sun).

Top dressing

For fertilization, they resort to purchased specialized fertilizing of complex action, which are designed for tree-like shrubs. Suitable for hydrangea: clean leaf, buoy fertilizers, alliance, agros, pokon, flower paradise. These dressings have a balanced amount of minerals and micronutrients that the plant needs.

Also, fertilizer can be prepared with your own hands at home. To do this, you need to mix the following ingredients:

• 20 liters of water;
• 2 kg of poultry droppings;
• 40 g superphosphate;
• 20 g of urea;
• 20 g of potassium nitrate.

The first top dressing of the year should be carried out at the end of May, the next after 2 weeks. Fertilization work should be completed no later than mid-July. Otherwise, it will cause intensive growth of new shoots. They will not have time to get stronger by the onset of cold weather, as a result of which they will die.

Watering

In dry weather, Invisible Spirit hydrangea, like other varieties, requires abundant and frequent watering. Water must be watered at least 5 times throughout the season. Use settled water at room temperature. The use of rain or melt water is encouraged.

Important! To increase the strength of the branches, the plant should be watered with a solution of potassium permanganate of low concentration.

Pruning

The variety needs early spring pruning. The optimal period is March - April. Frozen and shriveled branches should be completely removed, the rest should be shortened by ¾ of the length, while leaving 2-3 buds on the shoot.

Pruning hydrangea

Preparing for the cold

Hydrangea tolerates cold well without shelter (except in the northern regions). Before the start of autumn frosts, you need to remove all inflorescences, mulch the soil and water abundantly.

Why does not it bloom

If the shrub does not bloom, then there are reasons for this:

• shoots were cut incorrectly in April;
• insufficient watering and nutrition;
• plant roots are underdeveloped;
• in the nursery artificially stimulated flowering. Due to the addition of this type of product, the hydrangea may not bloom for years. To resume the flowering process, it is necessary to continue treatment with a growth stimulant;
• tissue death occurred due to too severe frosts.

But if the shrub is blooming, then you need to know about the slight difference between the plant. Representatives of this variety can change the shade of flowering.... To get this effect, you just need to add drugs that change the pH of the soil. By absorbing the coloring elements, they spread through the tissues and affect the pigmentation of the petals.

Important! To obtain blue instead of white, you will need to add products that contain aluminum to the soil.

Disease prevention

It is necessary to take care of the hydrangea in the fall while simultaneously applying preventive measures against diseases and pests that threaten the flower. For this, preventive treatment of the bark and soil of the trunk circle is carried out. This is done after the first leaf falls. There are many suitable drugs for this, for example Topaz, Iskra, Fitosporin.

The most common problems in the care of this flower are chlorosis, rust and insects. In order to avoid their appearance, it is required to monitor the percentage of acidity in the soil, do not fill in and do not forget about watering the plant.

Care rules

This variety does not need to follow complicated care rules. Even a novice gardener will be able to grow beautiful flowers.

Mulching will help keep the soil moist for as long as possible. Use peat or tree bark for these purposes. This will protect the seedlings from overheating and active weed growth.

Spread the mulch gently around the hydrangea bushes. The thickness of its layer should be no more than 7-8 cm. Carry out this procedure 2-3 days after planting seedlings in open ground. By the beginning of summer, the mulch will rot and will not interfere with your flower care.

Be sure to follow the regularity of watering. Young shoots especially need additional moisture. During warm weather, pink hydrangea bushes are watered no more than once every 7 days.

If the weather is dry, the plants will need more liquid. Increase watering up to 3-4 times a week. For this, use settled, not very cold water. Make sure that no dry soil crusts form around the seedlings. Loosen your garden soil from time to time.

In order for the seedlings to develop normally, it is necessary to apply mineral fertilizers several times per season. For the first feeding during planting of sprouts, organic matter can be used: humus, manure or chicken droppings. These funds should be diluted with water at the rate of 1 to 10.

Used for fertilizers and minerals: superphosphate, saltpeter, urea, potassium and magnesium solutions. The second feeding of hydrangea Annabelle Pink is carried out in July - to ensure active flowering of the bushes.

To ensure that the seedlings have enough nutrients for normal development, pay attention to the formation of the bush. Pick off faded buds and withered leaves.

Pruning garden flowers

In order for the Annabelle Pink bushes to delight you with their beautiful appearance, be sure to carry out the formation of the bushes. Pruning should be regular. Be sure to set aside time for the procedure, the updated hydrangea bushes grow even faster.

For the first time, the formation of bushes is carried out a year after planting seedlings in open ground. This will help hydrangeas actively form multiple inflorescences and grow lateral shoots.

The most suitable time for this procedure is early spring. Wait for the snow to melt and get to work. Please note that there should be no leaves on the seedlings.

There are 3 main types of garden pruning of hydrangea bushes:

• sanitary, during which the gardener cleans the bush of old buds and dried foliage;
• anti-aging, which includes the removal of old, diseased and depleted lateral processes;
• thinning, which consists in removing weak shoots so that the stronger pink hydrangea bushes can grow and develop without problems.

In the autumn, you should not be zealous with pruning. It is allowed to slightly shorten too long shoots of hydrangea. This will help the bushes survive the winter safe and sound.

Transplant in the fall

In autumn, in September, a garden hydrangea is often planted or transplanted. It is better to plan a large-leaved transplant in the spring, but for tree-like and paniculate plants, autumn will be just as favorable, especially in warm climates.

Prepare for planting or transplanting in the spring. To do this, a trench is dug around the base of the flower, filled with compost and watered. When the time comes, the plant is dug on the outside of the trench, removed and planted in a pre-prepared hole with a nutrient mixture. The transplanted flower is fertilized and hides very well for the winter, the radical pruning described above is carried out, but after the transplant itself. Proper autumn care for decorative hydrangea includes full watering with a warm solution with a nutrient mixture until the very first frosts.

Propagation of hydrangea in autumn

In August-September, you can increase your collection of flowers in the garden. It is optimal to propagate the hydrangea at this time by layering or dividing.

• In the spring, loosen the ground around the selected bush and make small depressions in the soil, lay side shoots in them, sprinkle with earth and water every day. In early to mid-autumn, the seedlings should reach about 0.5 m, then they need to be dug out and the shoots are separated from each other.
• Dividing a bush requires first watering it abundantly, pulling it out of the ground and rinsing the roots. Already divided parts are planted in individual places in the ground. This is the easiest way, but when using it, the gardener must be careful with the root system so as not to damage it.

If this is a decorative panicle hydrangea, care in the fall should be especially careful, because the flower is very fragile and extremely picky about soil and heat.

Features and appearance

Hydrangea Invisible is distinguished by excellent resistance to frost, it can easily overwinter in a flower bed. If it suffers slightly from cold weather, then this will not affect the plant badly; rather, on the contrary, it will create favorable conditions for the subsequent formation of an abundance of inflorescences. Even after the shoots are completely frozen, the hydrangea is able to bloom. The main thing is that the root system does not suffer. This variety has been assigned a high frost resistance class: USDA 3, it tolerates temperature drops down to -37 ° С.

The average width of the shrub is about 150 cm, the height is 120 cm. The shoots are strong enough, occasionally bend due to the weight of the inflorescences.

The flowering period begins in mid June - early July. Ends in September - early November. May last until the first frost.

Important! An interesting feature of the plant is the color change during flowering. Only the flowers that have appeared have a dark pink hue, which eventually changes to a poisonous pink color.

With proper pruning of the bush, the inflorescences will reach 30 cm in diameter (their number will decrease), without pruning - 20 cm.The inflorescence contains sterile flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm.

Preparing for winter

Another thing is young bushes or areas with cold winters. In any case, in preparation for winter, the plant is cleaned of dry leaves and branches, the trunk circle is covered with a thick layer of sawdust, the bush is pressed as much as possible to the soil surface and covered with spruce branches. You can cover with oilcloth and fix it. Thus, both the root system and the bush itself are reliably protected.

If several shoots have frozen over the winter, there is no need to rush to remove them, in the spring sun the branches will move away and bloom for the next season.

Hydrangea "Annabelle" in your garden can serve as a decorative hedge, the center of a flower bed or a composition with conifers. These flowers perfectly coexist with roses, phloxes, bells and irises. Hydrangeas of different varieties, colors and shapes of inflorescences also look spectacular.

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Hydrangea Annabel, planting and care in the open field, which is performed correctly, will impress every year with its lush flowering and tenderness of shades. Seedlings of tree varieties are planted in late spring or early autumn in the budding stage, but only until the first flower blooms.

A place for cultivating a flowering bush is chosen in advance. Having planted it in a suitable place, you can not worry about transplanting a plant for many years. Hydrangea is planted in places protected from drafts and winds. Building wall protection is the best option for successful cultivation. Also trees, shrubs, fences can act as defenders.

All hydrangeas, including Anabel, are very fond of moist soils. The plant is watered daily on hot days. Dryness of the earth affects the formation and development of peduncles.

A gardener who decides to plant a flower should remember that hydrangeas do not like transplants, preferring a permanent place for development. The plant is cultivated on nutrient soils with neutral or high acidity. The best soil option is loam (a mixture of clay soil with sand). Such soil is placed in a prepared hole and left for 8-10 days. It is also recommended to apply mineral fertilizers:

• Phosphorus compounds are suitable for pink and white hydrangeas.
• Blue and purple - potash complexes.

Sapling planting technique:

• The root of a newly purchased seedling is disinfected in a manganese solution.
• The width of the planting pit is 55-60 cm. It is prepared in 2 weeks, covered with the prepared substrate with fertilizers.



• The plant is set in the hole and filled up. It is not worth hiding the root collar under the soil.



• Compact the soil in the trunk circle.
• Water the plant, avoiding direct contact of water on the root and trunk.

In extreme heat, the bush is shaded from direct sun until fully rooted. If the planting took place in the spring, the bush is covered with a primitive greenhouse.

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Pruning and wintering

• Watering is plentiful. This culture reacts very sharply to a lack of water, so it is important to monitor this moment. Most of the water is consumed from May to September. At this time, watering is carried out 1-2 times a week.
• Top dressing is needed every 14 days during spring and summer, as well as early autumn. For this, mineral fertilizers are used for flowering shrubs. They can be purchased from a specialist store. Once a month, to strengthen the plant, you need to feed it with a solution of potassium permanganate. In addition, it is important to ensure that the acidity of the soil is not disturbed, in this case it is corrected by introducing iron sulfate.
• Flowering is long lasting, it can last from 2 to 4 months, and sometimes it is also repeated if pruned after the first flowering.
• Propagation of hydrangea of ​​a tree type can be carried out by cuttings, layering or dividing the bush.

Interesting!

If during the winter the upper pagons froze under the tree hydrangea, in the spring they will quickly recover. Only in very serious cases is pruning required.

Photo of hydrangea Sterilis

• Treelike hydrangea grows quickly, so you need to cut it off in time so that the bush does not grow much. Pruning is carried out once a year or 2 times a year, in spring and autumn. However, young plants are not pruned because they do not tolerate the procedure well. The first pruning is done from the age of 3. First, broken, large, damaged branches are removed, then old ones and those that spoil the shape of the bush.
• The bush tolerates frosts down to -15 degrees without problems, but it is still better to warm it for the winter. First, you need to remove all the leaves that have not fallen, then sprinkle the base of the bush with mulch (sawdust is suitable). A base of boards is made around the bush, the branches of the bush are attached to them and finally they are fixed with insulating material.

How to preserve hydrangea for the winter: cover young shoots

Plants of one and two years old require preparation for winter. This is especially important if the winter began with frosts and the snow did not fall. The method of preserving shrubs from frost is not difficult, and even a beginner can handle it.

In order to prepare the plant for winter, you need:

1. Hilling dry soil near the trunk of shrubs.
2. Mulching the surface with withered foliage.

Covering a tree variety

This plant recovers well after partial freezing, and lashes cut in spring give lateral shoots. It is still better, for prevention purposes, to cover it up. In order not to break the tree, they do not bend it down, but drive in a support next to it, make a garter, slightly bending the branches, insulate it with spruce branches and rags.

Covering the Sargent variety

To cover the hydrangea for the winter will require the same as for young shrubs. In addition, the Sargent crown needs a mandatory wrap.

To prepare a plant for wintering, you need:

1. Mulching the soil with dry leaves around the trunk.
2. Hilling the base of the bush.
3. Installation over the shoots of a box made of cardboard, plywood with shelter, or wrapping branches with paper, textile materials.

Covering a large-leaved hydrangea

This variety is considered the most laborious and difficult in terms of preparation for the winter season. It must be protected not only from winter frosts, but also from the vagaries of spring in the form of frosts on the soil. Shelter of this hydrangea for the winter in the Moscow region, for example, requires not only timeliness, but also the procedure for tying the bushes.

So that the hydrangea does not freeze in winter, and recovers over the spring and summer, it is required:

1. Remove foliage with inflorescences, bunch of shrubs, without breaking, press to the ground. In order to prevent the contact of shoots with the ground, flooring is prepared from boards, spruce branches. The branches must be secured by tying to a peg or spacious sparing brackets.
2. The resulting "structure" must be covered with dry foliage, sawdust mixed with soil. Sometimes, at first, the laid branches are covered with a shield made of wood or non-woven cloth, and then they are covered. This creates multi-layer shelters with air layers for better protection of the plant from the aggression of weather conditions. The shrub, therefore, does not have direct contact with the insulation, therefore it does not get wet, does not get dirty, and the risk of disease and the occurrence of pests is reduced.
3. On top of everything, the shrub should be covered with a polyethylene film, securely fixing it from the edges. In this structure, holes must be left for the purpose of ventilation. They can be closed only in severe frosts.
4. If the winter is almost without snow, put coniferous branches or dry leaves on top of the film, if there is a lot of snow, then when clearing the site, it is recommended to dump excess snow on these heaps.

There are several effective ways to hide this variety of hydrangeas:

1. With the help of roofing material. The bush is neatly tied with twine, and then it is wrapped with roofing material, forming a cover around the bush. The roofing material layer should not squeeze the crown. On the contrary, it is recommended to make a gap between the branches and the material of about 10 cm. From above, the roofing material should be half a meter higher than the plant. Do not wrap the bush repeatedly. One layer and fixing it with string or staples is enough. In addition, dry foliage should be covered between this shell and the bush, and in severe frosts, the structure is covered from above with polyethylene or non-woven material.
2. Sometimes it is easier to install strong posts around the bush and stretch the non-woven material in several layers. With the obligatory filling of the voids with dry leaves. A bag or basket is put on top of low bushes.
3. Shelter method with spruce branches. After hilling, spruce branches are laid under the bushes, after which a bush is bent over it. Spruce branches are again laid on top, and at the end all this is covered with a layer of polyethylene or non-woven material and fixed with staples and rope extensions.

In the spring, you have to gradually and very carefully open the bush, layer by layer, trying not to harm the shoots. The gradual release process is especially important for large-leaved bushes. With the arrival of the first thaw, gradually remove layer by layer. Be ready to put everything back in place in case of unexpected spring whims of sub-zero temperatures. Lastly, remove the protective layer from the soil around the plant a few days before pruning and inspection.

Remember that the implementation of all recommendations will contribute to the excellent preservation of the shoots from frost in winter, the further growth and development of a tree or shrub, the ovary of new inflorescences. This means that hydrangea will delight you every year all summer and autumn with its wonderful fragrant bunches or balls.

Winter hardiness of hydrangea varieties Pink Anabel

Most types of hydrangeas require greenhouse conditions for the winter, which are warming the soil, covering the bush with several layers of polyethylene, etc. However, with tree varieties, everything is easier, they tolerate winter well. Only slight hilling is required, as well as pruning of faded inflorescences. The latter is done from the considerations that shoots can break under the weight of snow. On the other hand, if the grower is ready to regularly shake off the accumulating snow on the plant, then there is no need to cut off the inflorescences. Moreover, due to their integrity, the buds located inside the bush will be better preserved.

Not stiff shoots require special attention, they should be cut off, since they will not survive the winter.