The subtleties of planting, reproduction and cultivation of the park rose Westerland

Breeding history of the variety

In 1969, the famous German breeder Reimer Kordes introduced a new variety of park roses - Westerland (Westerland). The new horticultural crop is the result of a selective crossing of two floribunda varieties: the white-pink-orange Circus and the golden-yellow Friedrich Worlein. The park rose got its name in honor of the small town of the same name on the island of Sylt (Germany).

In 1974, the hybrid was awarded the ADR quality certificate. The flower was brought to Russia in the early 1990s. Due to the excellent varietal characteristics, the ornamental crop is grown in many regions of our country.

Description and photo of rose Westerland

Variety Westerland is characterized by intensive growth. So, the height of an adult shrub reaches 1.5-2.5 m. When grown in the form of a climbing rose, it can grow up to 3-4 m. The crown width depends on the chosen molding option, but on average it is at least 1-1.5 m. The shoots of the variety are resilient, elastic, highly branched, of medium thickness. The leaves are dark green in color with a beautiful glossy sheen. The shape of the leaf is obovate, elongated towards the tip.

Park rose Westerland has a spectacular appearance. During the flowering period, which lasts from May to September, the shrub is covered with semi-double type buds. The diameter of the flower reaches 10–11 cm. The peculiarity of the Westerland variety is a unique color and persistent aroma, which is felt 1 m from the bush itself. The middle of the bud is colored golden yellow. The petals play with shades of pale pink, coral, salmon, orange, yellow and gold.

Depending on the chosen pruning option, the flower can be grown on a trunk, a bush or as a climbing plant. Westerland looks interesting in solitary and composite plantings, as well as on arches, columns and walls of garden pavilions.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Rose Westerland has not only a spectacular appearance, but also a number of other advantages. However, the negative aspects of the plant should not be ruled out.

Video "Westerland Park Chameleon Rose"

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Subtleties of planting and caring for a Westerland rose

According to experienced gardeners, the Westerland variety is considered one of the most unpretentious to care for. Compliance with certain agrotechnical measures, which we will consider further, will help to grow a spectacular rose garden in the garden.

Planting recommendations

You can plant seedlings in unprotected soil in spring and autumn. Spring planting is considered more successful, since the young bush has enough time to adapt to new growing conditions.

For the Westerland rose, a section of the garden that is closed from the wind and draft is selected. At the same time, active solar lighting is undesirable for the plant. Unfortunately, UV rays cause the buds to burn out. An ornamental shrub can be grown in partial shade.

The soil should be moderately light and well drained. The best option is black soil with an acidity level of about 5.5–6.5 pH. Horticultural crops do not tolerate excess moisture in the soil. For this reason, a rose seedling should not be planted in lowlands where rainwater collects. The groundwater level should be no higher than 1.5–2 m. Otherwise, rotting of the root collar and the death of the shrub is possible.

Watering, loosening and mulching

The first 14 days after planting in a permanent place of growth, the shrub is watered every day. It is better to water the plant in the early morning or late evening. For irrigation, use rain or settled cold water. As the plants grow, they increase the interval between waterings. An adult bush is moistened 2-3 times a week. Please note that with frequent natural precipitation, the rose garden does not require additional soil moisture.

After each watering, when the water is completely absorbed, shallow loosening is carried out. The loosening procedure allows you to saturate the soil with oxygen, which is necessary for the full development of the root system. Then the shrub is mulched with peat, hay or straw. Mulch helps maintain optimal moisture levels in the substrate and acts as a barrier to the growth of weeds.

Fertilization

To increase bud formation, ornamental shrubs are fed with mineral fertilizers. In the spring, nitrogen-containing agents are introduced, which contribute to the active growth of green mass. During the growing season, the rose is fed with potash and phosphorus fertilizers.

Westerland responds well to superphosphate feeding. Superphosphates can be added every 2-3 weeks.

In order to prevent a burn of the root system, which can be provoked by fertilizers, the plant is preliminarily watered abundantly.

Reproduction methods

You can propagate a park rose vegetatively or by cuttings.

Vegetative propagation refers to the method of dividing the bush. At the end of March or the very beginning of April, the overwintered ornamental bush is dug up and divided into several equal parts. Each shoot is cut to 3-4 buds. The roots of the seedlings are soaked in a biostimulator of growth "Epin", "Kornevin" or "Zircon". Planting is carried out according to the traditional scheme.

Lignified shoots are cut in early July. Suitable for reproduction are cuttings cut from the upper and middle parts of the shoots with 1-2 healthy buds. The optimal cutting length is from 10 to 15 cm.

Cuttings soaked in a solution of an immunomodulator of growth are planted in a nutrient medium and placed under a hood. Periodically, the plants are ventilated and moisturized. When the first leaves appear, the protective cap is removed. Planting in open ground can be carried out only when at least three fully formed, developed and healthy leaves are formed on the handle.

Preparation for wintering

Many novice gardeners are interested in the question of whether it is necessary to shelter Westerland for the winter. The rose grown in the south does not require additional shelter. It is enough to sprinkle the trunk circle with peat, dry fallen leaves and river sand a little.

As for the central and northern regions, it is better to insulate the rose bushes cultivated here. Peat, hay, straw and dry opal foliage are used to cover the root part. The stems of the garden culture, in turn, are covered with agrofibre or any other non-woven covering material.

Diseases and pests of the variety

Common diseases of the cultivar are rust and gray rot. To combat rust, use a 2% Bordeaux mixture or a solution of copper sulfate. For the prevention and treatment of gray rot, a solution of potassium permanganate is used. Treatment with fungicides "Fundazol", "Ridomil Gold", "Topaz", "Profit Gold" and others will be more effective.

Westerland is affected by spider mites, rosacea aphids, scale insects and slobbering pennies. To prevent insects from destroying the rose, insectoacaricides Aktara, Fitoverm, Inta-Vir and Decis should be used.

Gardeners reviews

The Westerland cultivar is known to many gardeners, landscape designers and florists. All of them mark the exquisite appearance of the plant and its pleasant aroma.