The early peony First Arrival illuminates flower beds and flower shops. Variegated, changeable and at the same time gentle - it is effective and catches the eye. Neat bushes adorn flowerbeds in spring and look vivid in bouquets. What are the characteristics of the variety and how to care for such a flower should be considered in detail.
Peony First Arrival (Paeonia Itoh First Arrival) - history and features of the variety
Peony Fest Arrivel, as the name of the flower sounds from English, was bred in America in the 90s of the last century. This is a young and sought-after variety. His name means "first arrival" and is associated with spring awakening, since variegated buds appear among the first among their brethren.
The shade of the hybrid peony Fest Herrival mesmerizes
The prefix "Ito" in this group of varieties suggests that the hybrid belongs to a mixture of tree and milk flowering species. This name is given to flowers in honor of the pioneer of selection of this type - the Japanese Toichi Ito, who worked back in the years of World War II.
Itoh First Arrival Peonies are bushy perennials reaching 80 cm in height with large, well-opened buds. The flower consists of several layers of smooth petals of a lilac-pink color and a bright yellow core. Ripening, semi-double buds brighten, passing from light fuchsia to a delicate shade. In this case, the bottom remains dark purple spots. In diameter, the head reaches up to 25 cm. The leaves of the variety are juicy, smooth and thick, stems are resistant.
Interesting to know! By autumn, the greenery of the plant acquires a crimson hue, which gives the flowerbed a special charm.
Among the advantages of the variety are frost resistance, duration and accuracy of flowering, peduncle power, early awakening, unusual whisk. A relative disadvantage is the discoloration of the petals. Every year the flower becomes more "curly" and multi-layered.
Peony First Arrival is widely used precisely in landscape design and less often in interior decoration and bouquets. Colorful compact bushes create excellent borders and boundaries, islands on walking lawns - both alone and in combination with other plants.
In landscape compositions, tree and hybrid peonies have no equal
Growing a flower: planting in open ground
In order to start a hybrid of Ferst Errival in your site, the easiest way is to resort to the Cherenkov method: it is simple, does not require much experience from the gardener, and after three years gives a vivid result.
Planting scheme by root cuttings:
- They dig a donor plant, dismantle the bush into root processes, cut off all unnecessary branches and tops.
- On each petiole there are 1-2 viable buds - a hole or a lump on the side, which will give rise after awakening.
- The lower end is truncated diagonally, so it will be easier for the plant to take root.
- Prepared seedlings are soaked for 2 hours in a weak solution of potassium permanganate for disinfection, then dried during the day, crushed with crushed charcoal (otherwise the root can rot or become sick).
- Treated planting cuttings are immersed in the ground in a shaded place not less than 15 cm from each other, and instilled. After this, they are regularly watered to root the seedlings, and the weed hole is weeded.
- In winter, the beds are covered with mulch to prevent the plants from sinking or freezing.
Well-groomed bush, ready for propagation
A root transplant should be done in August - early September, while it is warm. During this time - before the onset of frost - the peony will have time to dissolve a high-quality root system and take root to reliably winter.
Important! Cutting the rhizome of a peony is possible only upon reaching the maturity of the plant, that is, no less than 5 years after growth in one place.
Preparation of beds: how to choose a place
It is important for the beautiful flowering of a healthy bush a place selected under a bed. Peonies bloom only on the sunny side, which is why you should not plant them near the parapets of buildings or in the shade of fruit trees - they, in addition to light, will take away from the flower useful substances from the soil.
The lush peony loves neutral soils with constant access to air, so the soil in the radius of the flower needs to be loosened regularly. It is not worth it to flood the plant, and in lowlands or rainy areas to provide high-quality drainage under the flower bed. In a good nutrient medium, such a perennial will be great to bloom for up to 30 years without transfers.
Features landing (description):
- dig a hole at least 60 cm in diameter under a peony bush;
- claydite, natural stone or broken brick is laid at the bottom, filling the well by 10 cm;
- neutralize the soil with ash and dolomite flour (enough for a handful);
- fertilize the place 2 tbsp. superphosphate;
- fill the garden bed with earth by digging in planting material (the upper kidney should be at ground level);
- the soil is well watered and loosely compacted.
Note! Seeds "pioneer" does not breed due to the development of a hybrid plant (hybrid).
Peony care First Arrival
In order for the peony of the Ito Ferst Arrival variety to feel good in the garden assigned to it, proper care is necessary:
- mulching immediately after planting and in the cold (sawdust, hay will do);
- regular loosening and weeding of the soil, elimination of large weeds and preservation of the bract of the circle;
- periodic top dressing;
- regular watering under the root.
It is impossible to allow complete drying of the soil under the plant, each bush consumes up to 20 liters of water with a temperature of +20 ℃. After watering, it is necessary to loosen the soil to avoid crusting.
Feeding schedule:
- in April, nitrogen and potassium are added for active growth;
- when the buds open, they add complex fertilizer;
- phosphorus and potassium are added to the end of the season at the end of August.
To prevent the appearance of rust, rot and aphids in April (beginning and end of May) it is necessary to treat the soil with a fungicide.
Blooming Peony Fest Arrivel
Paeonia First Arrival blooms early - in May. As soon as the temperature of the soil reaches 5-8 ℃ above zero and the root system develops throughout the entire flowering period. Therefore, the flower needs to be fed. In the heat there comes a period of rest. In autumn, rhizomes from suction go into storage, which allows the plant to calmly winter.
As soon as the first buds appear, small side flowers are cut off to allow the central heads to grow and grow. When they fade, the receptacle must be cut off, leaving part of the stem. Fallen petals are best removed from the beds - nectar residues can become a breeding ground for pathogenic microorganisms.
Mature First Arrival flowers get "curls"
If a mature plant (older than 2-3 years) does not bloom, you need to pay attention to the conditions of its development:
- with a lack of sunlight, it is worth moving the bush from the shade;
- with increased acidity - treat the soil with ash;
- with lush growing greens - reduce soil nitrogen;
- old plant (more than 20-30 years) - cuttings and rejuvenate;
- treat the root system from pests;
- pull a deep-seated plant closer to the surface.
Good to know!If the flower petals become thick and uneven, the plant is rejuvenated and carefully monitor the respiration of the soil.
Peonies after flowering
After the buds have faded, the plant is given time to switch to dormant mode. Neither pruning nor replanting in such a period is possible, otherwise the bush may die.
Before wintering, it is enough to cut the tops to 10 cm above the ground and cover the earthen plot with mulch. Erraival does not need greenhouse protection - this plant is surprisingly hardy and hardy.
Diseases, pests and ways to combat them
The Pioneer is weakly susceptible to disease. So that the plant is not affected by root rot and fungal infections, they provide high-quality drainage and carefully monitor watering to avoid stagnation of moisture in the soil. After trimming, the tops are burned. For prevention periodically apply Bordeaux fluid and fungicide.
A common pest for peonies is a spider mite, ants and aphids. You can protect the plant from insects in the most "natural" way with garlic infusion, a more intense way is a soap solution. Professional florists also resort to systemic pesticides.
The light form of peony flowers Arrival
A simple and attractive, wide open sun peony Fest Errival is the best choice for decorating a path in a country house, city flower bed or your own flower garden. A rich gradient shade makes this variety multifaceted and unobtrusive. The plant is easy to care for, so it brings a lot of joy and pleasure to the gardener.
