In many garden plots you can see an ornamental shrub, which is covered with snow-white fragrant flowers. Very often it is called jasmine or it is believed that this is a certain type of plant from the same family. In fact, this familiar flowering shrub is a mock-up. The difference between these two plants is colossal. Knowing what it is is very important, because each species has certain individual needs for care and growing conditions.
Jasmine or Chubushnik - what usually grows in the country
It is unlikely that he will be able to see jasmine on a personal plot somewhere in Central Russia, in the Urals or in the Moscow region. The shrub belongs to the Maslinov family and is very thermophilic. This plant grows only in tropical or subtropical climates, so it will not be able to be in the open ground in Russia.
Such a familiar garden jasmine
Chubushnik belongs to the Gortenziev family and is less demanding on the climate. Shoots freeze only with severe cooling and also quickly recover. So, having seen an elegant fragrant bush on the next site, you can be sure that this is one of the varieties of mock-up.
What is the difference between jasmine and mock
To compare these plants, you should pay attention to their appearance, especially flowering and habitat in nature. In all of these parameters, garden jasmine (mock lamb) and real jasmine are very different.
Description
It’s hard to say that jasmine and chubushnik are similar, in which the difference is immediately visible upon closer examination. Unless, there is a very distant similarity in the color of the flowers and the aroma that comes from them. If you carefully evaluate the detailed description of each plant and make a comparison of doubts that there is a difference, there will be no trace.
| Parameters | Mocker | Jasmine |
| Stem shape | Erect. The wood is solid and dense. | It can be climbing, curly or erect. |
| Bark | In young shoots, gray, with age, a brown tint appears and characteristic peeling appears. | Always has a green color. |
| Leaf shape | Dark green, streaked and slightly pubescent. The shape is oval or slightly elongated. | Bright green, glossy. The shape is oval, narrowed to the edge with an elongated tip. |
| Shoot height | Varies from 1 to 4 meters, depending on the variety. | Does not exceed 3 meters. |
As can be seen from the table, outwardly these plants are completely different. The difference between mock up and jasmine is due to certain nuances of the structure of leaves and shoots, as well as a completely different form of growth.
Jasmine is a liana
Important! Under natural conditions, jasmine most often grows as a creeping or climbing vine, and mock-up is a tree-like shrub.
Bloom
A comparison of the characteristics of the flowers and the flowering characteristics of jasmine and chubushnik also indicates a number of differences between them. The flowers are very different in appearance, and the scent of mock licks can never be compared with the exquisite aroma of jasmine.
Comparison table will help to more clearly see the differences.
| Characteristic | Mocker | Jasmine |
| Flowering period | It lasts about a month from June to July (the timing depends on the climate). | Depending on the variety, the initial phase is from March to June, and the final is from September to October. The duration of flowering is 2-3 months. |
| Flower structure | The simple ones consist of one row of petals, terry and semi-double of several. Large, collected in racemose inflorescences. In the center of the flower are several small yellow stamens. The color is often white, in some varieties it may have a yellow or milky hue. | On the elongated tubular rim there are large petals in one row. Inflorescences in the form of corymbose. The number of stamens emerging from the corolla is two and no more. Coloring of flowers can be white, yellow or pink. |
| Smell | Some varieties do not smell during flowering. Varieties with fragrant flowers have different shades of odors, some of which vaguely resemble jasmine. | Very characteristic sweet aroma, quite strong. You can only smell flowers after sunset. |
Once again, you can make sure that jasmine and mockup are completely different.
Jasmine flowers are very different in appearance
Attention! In addition, it is impossible to hear the aroma of jasmine flowers in the daytime, and the mocker smells at any time of the day. This moment is a decisive factor for determining the membership of a plant in a particular family.
Habitat
Jasmine and Chubushnik are found in the wild on completely different continents. They are excellent not only in location but also in climatic conditions.
Chubushnik can be found in Europe, North America and East Asia. It grows well in temperate climates and normally tolerates nighttime cooling.
Jasmine is more thermophilic. Most often it is found in the countries of the Middle East, as well as in South and South-West Asia. This plant likes a tropical or subtropical climate. This explains the fact that in Russia it can only be seen in the greenhouse or conservatory.
How to distinguish marshmallow from jasmine by external signs
It is very important for lovers of ornamental shrubs to know how the mock marsh differs from garden jasmine. In garden centers, the mock-up on the price tag is often called jasmine. Most likely, this is the reason why the confusion occurred, which led to further florist errors in the names of these plants.
In order to correctly determine the seedling of which plant is supposed to be acquired, it is necessary to carefully examine the plant and pay attention to:
- shape and color of leaves;
- shade and density of the bark;
- the shape of the shoots and their tendency to lodge;
- color, shape and smell of flowers (if any).
In most cases, it is jasmine garden (chubushnik) and its varieties that are sold in domestic garden centers and flower shops. It is almost impossible to find seedlings of real jasmine on sale - this is very rare.
Attention! Another clue may be the Latin name of the plant, indicated on the price tag. If the word Philadelphus is present in the definition, then this is definitely a kind of mock-up.
It is easier to determine belonging to a particular family regarding an adult plant. With age, the shape of the shoots and the bush as a whole becomes more pronounced, and the bark acquires a characteristic shade.
Is there any similarity between jasmine and chubushnik
There is some similarity between these species, but very distant. You can make a mistake in the definition only if there is no information about what real jasmine looks like. The shrub mock-up doesn't look like him at all.
Similar characteristics include the aroma and appearance of the flowers. Some varieties of Chubushnik have a similar aroma, but the shape of the inflorescences is still different. The hue is common, but only from afar the flowers of these plants may seem similar.
Types of mock up
There are many varieties of mock up; more than 20 varieties are grown as a decorative shrub. Among them are some of the most popular.
Crown Mocker
It includes two more subspecies that previously stood out as separate - common mockworm and Caucasian.
The shoots of this shrub are erect and rather high. In height, the bush can reach 3 meters. With age, it is able to form a spreading crown, which remains decorative for many years of growth.
The main feature of the species is the aroma of flowers. It is very reminiscent of jasmine flavor and has a similar intensity. It is easily mistaken for false jasmine. White flowers with a golden cream tint appear quite early, compared with other species. The variegated Variegatus variety is especially decorative.
Gray-haired mocker
Very large and tall representative of this species. The height of the spreading crown can reach 4-5 meters. This plant got its name for the unusual pubescence of leaves, which in color is similar to gray hair.
It has very large leaves that taper to the edge. Large flowers are collected in lush inflorescences of a curved shape.
For reference! This species is perfect for creating a massive hedge or as a major accent in the composition of ornamental shrubs.
Gray mock
Small-leaved mock
This look can be called the most decorative and elegant. Its graceful shoots, covered with small leaves, tend to droop as they grow. This creates a feeling of some airiness and volume.
The bush is quite compact, stunted, height not more than 1-1.5 meters. The peculiarity of its colors is an unusual exotic aroma with notes of strawberries and pineapple.
Small-leaved mock-up
Thin-leafed mocker
It belongs to the earliest flowering species - inflorescences are formed already in early summer. Forms a very magnificent crown of the correct rounded shape. The minimum height of the shoots is 2 meters.
The flowers are very large, about 3 cm in diameter. They have a strong pleasant aroma.
Planting, care and reproduction
Chubushnik is unpretentious and easy to care for. It will not be difficult to plant it in the ground, and further care for the seedling will not cause trouble.
Landing
Planting seedlings in the ground is carried out in spring or autumn. Chubushnik is resistant to cold, but when planting in the fall it is better to cover the plant before the onset of frost.
Landing step by step:
- Prepare pits measuring 50 × 50 cm.
- The bottom is filled with a drainage layer of crushed stone and sand.
- The seedling is placed in a pit and the roots are carefully spread.
- Water and fall asleep with a mixture of garden soil with compost and sand.
- The topsoil is a little tamped.
Important! The root neck should be left at the same level. You can deepen it a little, but not more than 3 cm.
After planting, the seedlings quickly take root and start growing. At first, they especially need watering. To reduce the evaporation of moisture, it is recommended to mulch the trunk circle after planting.
Care
Chubushnik is very simple to care for. It is enough to carry out several mandatory annual procedures, and he will actively increase the crown and bloom profusely.
Basic care consists of several points:
- plentiful watering 2-3 times per season;
- periodic loosening of the soil or mulching;
- the introduction of organic fertilizing in the spring and mineral in the summer;
- conducting spring sanitary and shaping pruning.
The implementation of these elementary measures is enough to ensure that the mock-maker fully develops and does not lose its decorative effect.
Breeding
The process of reproduction of this ornamental shrub is not at all as simple as caring for it. Apply such methods of obtaining new young plants as cuttings, propagation by layering and seeds.
The propagation technique by cuttings is applied standard, but wait for active growth is not worth it. Plantings grow very slowly and require constant hydration.
Attention! It is best to root cuttings in a greenhouse. This will make it easier to maintain the required temperature and humidity.
Reproduction of mock nut by seeds is even longer and more difficult than growing from cuttings. This method is rarely used. It is relevant only if the goal is to grow a rare species of mock, whose cuttings it is impossible to get.
The process of rooting layering is standard. It can be called the least labor-intensive, but no less lasting. Pinning shoots is best from autumn and shelter them for the winter until spring.
Jasmine and Chubushnik are two completely different plants. They differ not only in appearance, but also in the requirements for growing conditions. Chubushnik can often be found in summer cottages, but the opportunity to admire jasmine can be presented only in greenhouse conditions.
