More recently, Bacardi chrysanthemum very quickly gained popularity due to its characteristics and a wide palette of colors. The flower looks equally good on the flowerbed and in the composition of various bouquets. Knowing the characteristics of the plant, it can be easily grown in a personal plot without much difficulty.
Chrysanthemum Bacardi
This variety was bred relatively recently, in 2004. The flower was presented to the public at a concert of the Dutch singer Marco Borsato. This chrysanthemum does not lose its qualities in the cut, easily tolerates transportation, very stable in bouquets.
Bacardi - one of the most favorite flowers in bouquets
Bacardi belongs to the Astrov family. According to the description, the plant is a bush chrysanthemum. Its tall bushes can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The stem is straight and strong, covered with fairly large carved leaves, similar to oak.
Flowers with a diameter of 6.5 cm resemble a real daisy with a convex yellowish-green center. Petals can have a different color.
Plant species
Chrysanthemum Bacardi has several varietal varieties. They are distinguished by the color of the buds.
Bacardi Cream (Chrysanthemum Bacardi Cream)
The buds of this chrysanthemum are painted in a pale cream shade, its leaves are dark green. In bouquets it goes well with flowers of various colors, including pink, white, bright red, sunny yellow and rich burgundy.
Chrysanthemum Bacardi Sunny (Bacardi Sani Chrysanthemum)
The name very accurately describes the flower: "Sunny" in translation means "sunny." For this species, the characters are golden yellow flowers.
Chrysanthemum Bacardi White (Bacardi White Chrysanthemum)
White Bacardi Chrysanthemum is more than other species similar to chamomile. Its inflorescences are distinguished by many snow-white petals and a yellow center.
Bacardi Bordo Chrysanthemum
Petals are painted in a dense velvety-burgundy hue, the middle of the flowers is greenish-yellow. Looks great in contrasting bouquets with white and yellow flowers.
Pink Chrysanthemum Bacardi pink (Bacardi Pearl Chrysanthemum)
Saturated pink flowers are used to create wedding bouquets and compositions. Looks great in flower beds and flower beds.
Bacardi chrysanthemums go well with other varieties
How to Plant Bacardi Chrysanthemum in the Garden
Bacardi Chrysanthemum is as unpretentious as any other. The agricultural technique of growing this flower does not differ from the rules for caring for representatives of the Astrov family.
Location selection
The landing area should be on a hill so that moisture does not stagnate at the roots. Preferably a lit place without drafts, then the flower will be comfortable there.
How to prepare the ground
The flower needs a loose nutritious soil that easily passes air and moisture. The soil can be improved by digging with a small amount of organic fertilizer. For greater ease, you can add sand or sawdust.
Features of planting chrysanthemums in the winter
When planting a plant in August-September, the bush will have time to adapt before the onset of cold weather. The rooted plant overwinter without any problems.
A later landing in October-November is not advisable. It is better to leave the bush for the winter in a dry cellar.
For reference! Another option to keep the flower until spring is to dig it in the greenhouse, cutting the stems almost completely.
How to care for a plant
Standard treatments for chrysanthemums include proper watering, fertilizer, and shaping pruning. We must not forget the preparation of plants for winter.
Watering rules and humidity
Chrysanthemums have a superficial root system, which means they are shown abundant watering. Without enough moisture, the bushes will not be as lush and beautiful as they should be. Some time after watering, the earth around the bush needs to be loosened and sprinkled with mulch in order to retain moisture longer.
Important!For irrigation, it is recommended to use only settled water.
Water the chrysanthemums carefully, under the root
Top dressing and soil quality
Chrysanthemums require mandatory feeding 3 times during the season. At the same time, observe the following rules:
- In spring, nitrogen-containing fertilizers are added to gain green mass.
- Shortly before the onset of flowering, they are fed with potassium and phosphorus compounds.
- After flowering, organic matter (manure diluted in water or chicken droppings) is added.
With this fertilizer, the bushes will bloom continuously and abundantly every year.
Bush formation, pruning and transplanting
Chrysanthemum bushes can be formed by pinching. In spring, the tops of the stems are cut off at the barely pecked stems, which have not yet gathered buds, so that they better bush. After this procedure, the plant grows into a lush spherical bush.
Note! In summer, stepsons growing in the axillary stems should be removed from chrysanthemums. It is also recommended to get rid of lateral shoots and buds.
Overgrown bushes are rejuvenated, divided into several and transplanted to a new place. This should be done every 4-5 years.
Wintering flower
Preparation of plants for winter begins in late August, feeding phosphorus-potassium fertilizers. Before the onset of frost, the stems are cut off and carry out hilling.
In preparation for winter, cut the chrysanthemum almost at the root
Features of flowering plants
Chrysanthemums usually bloom toward the end of summer or early fall. This applies to both flowers grown in the garden and indoor plants.
- Period of activity and rest
The onset of flowering is largely dependent on temperature. The optimum level for the formation of buds is the heat level in the range of 15-18 ° C.
Chrysanthemums, which are grown indoors, need to take rest, pruning them after flowering and putting them in a room with a temperature of 2-3 ° C.
- Types and shape of flowers
Daisy-shaped flowers can be painted in pink, cream, yellow, burgundy and red.
It is interesting! White chrysanthemum bacardi is the most memorable variety of this variety. Flowers that look as chamomile as possible invariably arouse people's interest.
- Care after flowering
As it blooms, wilted buds should be removed from the bush. This will extend the flowering period, and the plant itself will not lose its decorative qualities and will look neat.
Flower propagation methods
Chrysanthemum can be grown both at home and in the open ground. Bacardi breed easily in several ways:
- sow seeds into the soil;
- to sprout seedlings;
- split the bush;
- root the stalk.
Most often, this type of flower appears in the house in the form of a bouquet. For propagation in this case, use the last of the listed options.
Growing problems, diseases and pests
Chrysanthemums are most often susceptible to diseases such as powdery mildew and verticillosis. To combat them, appropriate fungicidal preparations are used, strictly adhering to the recommendations on the package.
Of the pests, the most dangerous are spider mites and deciduous nematodes. Preventive measures will include compliance with plant care conditions and regular inspection of bushes.
Having grown Bacardi chrysanthemum on the site, you can enjoy its flowers not only on holidays. With proper care, lush bushes will delight with abundant flowering throughout the entire period.
