Hydrangea Magic Fire - description, planting and care
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Hydrangea Magical Fire (magical fire) is an excellent option for decorating a personal plot. The main distinguishing feature of this plant is its color. During flowering, all flowers turn purple pink. But besides this, the bush has an even rounded shape, which also distinguishes it from other varieties. Pink shades at the beginning of flowering turn after some time into red or even burgundy, probably for this reason in translation the plant is called "magic fire".
The Magic Fire panicle hydrangea will be able to bring solemnity to even the most boring landscape, thanks to its bright colors of large sizes. Wherever you plant the bushes, everything comes to life, becomes spectacular and does not leave anyone indifferent.
This variety requires special care that requires following the rules relating to all stages of cultivation. This is the only way to ensure you enjoy the beauty of flowering for a long time.
Hydrangea: General information
Panicle hydrangea Magical Fire (magical fire): photo of the variety
The genus Hortensia of the Hortensia family has about 80 species. It can be a liana, shrub or tree up to 10 meters in height. All species do not tolerate drought and need watering. Under natural conditions of growth, it can be found in Asian countries, in the Far East and North America.
The plant received its name in honor of the princess of Ancient Rome. The scientific name is Hydrangea meaning "vessel of water". In Japan, it is called "adzisai" (purple sun).
Numerous types and varieties of hydrangea are mainly grown in private gardens, but there are some garden and large-leaved varieties that can be grown in the house as they are small in size. In the garden plots, hydrangeas are grown, which grow no more than 3 meters, and vines can grow up to 30 meters in height. The hydrangea will be deciduous or evergreen, depending on the species to which it belongs.
Hydrangea is mostly covered with white flowers, but there are varieties where the petals are painted in blue, cream, red or pink shades. The color depends on the level of acidity in the soil. If the soil is neutral, then the bloom will be white or cream, if alkaline, then pink or lilac.
If the soil contains a high level of acidity, the flowers will turn blue. This is due to the high aluminum content in this type of soil.
Seeds are formed in fruits that look like small bolls, consisting of chambers.
Hydrangea Magic Fire: variety description and characteristics
Panicle hydrangea Magic Fire: variety photo
The height of the magical fire hydrangea reaches 2 meters. Flowering begins in the first summer month and, if properly cared for, it will end only closer to winter. Hydrangea loves partial shade, but it can also grow in open sunny areas. Not tolerant of completely shaded areas, there it will develop and bloom poorly. This variety is frost-resistant, but does not tolerate a large drop in temperature. If it is grown in regions with severe winters, then before the onset of cold weather, it is necessary to cover the plant. The Magic Fire panicle hydrangea can perfectly coexist with plants that have similar characteristics.
The massive buds of the Magical Fire panicle hydrangea variety are located on strong and dense stems, which, despite the weight of the inflorescences, do not bend to the ground. Thanks to this feature, the panicle hydrangea of the Magic Fire variety has gained great popularity and is among those varieties that are most often purchased by gardeners. The inflorescences reach 20 centimeters in length and consist of numerous small flowers. Their colors can be different, it depends on the composition of the soil in the area where they grow. Hydrangeas growing in acidic soil can boast of the brightest flowering.
The dark green leaves of this variety cover all branches completely for a short time, and the hydrangea itself is a fast-growing variety.
Place for planting hydrangea Magic Fire
In order for the panicle hydrangea of the Magic Fire variety to grow actively, and its flowering was lush, it is very important to take a responsible attitude to the choice of a place for it. When choosing, you need to focus on the root system of the flower. Their diameter, soon after planting, exceeds the size of the crown. This is due to the fact that its roots are branched and not directed into the depths, but spread not far from the surface of the earth. For this reason, it is impossible to plant bushes where the earth should be dug up every year. Usually gladiolus, hyacinth and tulip need it.
Also, due to the large branching and superficial occurrence of roots, it will become very difficult for neighboring crops to develop correctly.
Hydrangea Magic Fire: planting a variety
Panicle hydrangea Magic Fire: variety photo
The landing hole should go 40 centimeters deep into the ground, and be 60 centimeters in diameter. When planting several plants, it is necessary to leave a distance of about 2.5 meters.
Before planting the Magic Fire variety of panicle hydrangea, wood ash must be added to the soil, but as far as possible from the planting hole.
The soil mixture for the hole should consist of peat and special mineral and organic fertilizers. A good addition to listen to sawdust and needles. Regularly carrying out top dressing like this, it will be possible to observe the lush flowering after 4 years. Planting is carried out in the spring, so that the roots have time to adapt to new conditions and take root before the cold begins. Planting can be carried out in the autumn, but only in the southern regions.
Before planting, the roots and shoots are slightly shortened.
It is important to know that alkali is detrimental to the Magic Fire hydrangea, so it should not be in the soil.
Hydrangea paniculata of the Magic Fire variety can grow in places with high gas content, for it the air quality does not matter.
Hydrangea Magic Fire: care
Panicle hydrangea Magic Fire: variety photo
The Magic Fire variety of panicle hydrangea loves moist soils and therefore, even in conditions of great dampness, it will feel good. In order for it to retain its aesthetic appearance, it is important to ensure that the soil does not dry out. In case of drying out, it is necessary to water abundantly both the very base of the bush and next to it. It is especially important to control moisture levels during hot dry periods.
To increase the level of acidity in the soil, you can use copper sulfate. In addition, peat and fallen needles are suitable.
Hydrangea Magic Fire needs protection from strong winds, so an excellent landing site would be near buildings. For the winter period, the plant is covered to avoid freezing.
The root system of hydrangeas is close to the surface of the earth, in order to protect it, it is enough to cover them with earth.
It is equally important to know that shoots that got frostbite during severe frosts will recover very quickly with the onset of warm weather.
Spring pruning must be done. It is carried out before the start of sap flow.If you do not do it, then the bush will weaken and will be susceptible to various diseases and pests. It can also have a bad effect on flowering, which can be completely deprived.
To provide the plant with abundant flowering, it is necessary to completely remove the shoots of the previous year.
Magical Fire hydrangea should be fed regularly. Mineral fertilizers are applied every 14 days, and organic fertilizers are applied every 30 days. Plants no longer need feeding at the end of the summer season.
Potassium permanganate can help the shoots to get stronger. To do this, dissolve 0.5 g in a bucket of water. manganese.
Diseases and pests: control methods
If you do not follow the rules of care, then most likely the plant will not be able to cope with diseases and will get sick. Most often, you can encounter powdery mildew. This is a fungal disease that can be identified by yellow spots on the leaves. You can deal with it with Bordeaux liquid or other fungicides.
It is often possible to meet aphids on a weakened plant, which can cause very serious harm. An infusion of garlic will help to cope with it. With it, the plant is sprayed every week until the aphids are completely exterminated.
Hydrangea Magic Fire in landscape design
Panicle hydrangea Magic Fire: variety photo
The magical fire hydrangea can fit into any garden design. Today, Mediterranean-style gardens are especially popular. In order to decorate a plot using this style, you will need bright various colors, furniture that is impressive in its grace, and, of course, plants with special elegance and decorativeness. Here Magic Fire is perfect and will be able to decorate the entrance or resting place.
If you plan to make a garden in an oriental style, then the hydrangea will look best with a pond. Here she can take her place in a floral landscape of intricate floral patterns.
The Magic Fire variety of panicle hydrangea can also be used in the design of the garden, if it is decided to use the country style. Here, the flower will also look great near the pond, creating a rural atmosphere.
Landscapers often use this variety when creating an English garden. Located in the center will give the garden brightness and showiness.
Giving the garden a Russian style, with the help of the plant, gardens, flower beds and fences are decorated. They can also become an excellent decoration for the facades of any buildings on the site. If there are columns in the garden, then the Magic Fire hydrangeas can be an excellent decoration for them, emphasizing the architectural style.
