Krylotychinnik

Krylotychinnik - a plant that can often be found in all kinds of rock gardens, gardens and greenhouses. This flower is amazing, and, for sure, many of you thought about getting it at your place. However, perhaps you have never heard that he was called by that name, preferring the name "Etinoma". However, in this article we will use the name Krylotychinnik, so it would be better to get used to it as soon as possible. Speaking about the name itself, it should be mentioned how this culture got it. The fact is that the stamens of this plant have small outgrowths that are somewhat similar to wings. Over time, they develop into seeds that can be used to multiply the flower. Krylotychinnik is a perennial flower, which, as strange as it may be, belongs to the order of cabbage. He loves to grow on the slopes of the mountains, and for the first time this plant was found in Europe, which is currently considered his homeland.

Krylotychinnik: photos

Introduction

Large-flowered winged grass is used very widely in landscape design and in ornamental gardening. Here he plays the role of an incredibly colorful and bright ground cover plant that can easily decorate almost any site. Most often, Krylotychinnik is planted as a supporting plant, but it can also take pride of place at the curbs, decorating the paths. No less beautiful than the inflorescences themselves are the leaves of the Krylotychinnik. They have a very regular geometric shape and a pleasant color. The combination of all these factors allows the plant to be a very frequent visitor to all kinds of competitions and exhibitions.
The original species of the Wyrmworm grow very quickly, both in height and in width, which, of course, is only good for them. Flowers, however, are most often painted in a pink shade with white tints, which look very gentle and attractive. Moreover, the flowers begin to bloom in the spring, when the sun is just starting to warm up the earth with its hot rays.

There are also several excellent species of Wyrmworm that cannot boast of such an early flowering. However, they have a much richer shade of flowers, which first appear in May. In order to properly care for the Krylotychinnik, it must be borne in mind that this is an alpine plant that grows in extremely nutrient-poor conditions. And this means that overfeeding or waterlogging this flower hardened by the alpine slopes is a big mistake on the part of the gardener, which can lead to decay of the entire plant. Therefore, it is much better to select poorer soils, in which there will be a sufficiently high sand content. Surely, in many stores you can buy ready-made mountain soil mixtures. They fit perfectly. It is also very important to consider that this plant is very undesirable to plant between larger shrubs or miniature trees, because it incredibly loves sunlight.

Krylotychinnik: photos

Description of Krylotychinnik

Of course, the large-flowered winged grass is not a separate species, but a whole genus of plants, which includes many different varieties. Nevertheless, even such a huge variety can be given general characteristics.Firstly, the absolute majority of the Wyrmworm species are undersized: they rarely reach more than thirty centimeters in height, and there are also such miniature species that among their representatives you will not find those that are higher than five centimeters. The leaves most often have a hazy green hue, which, despite the seeming nondescriptness and gloom, looks very good against the background of flowers. They gather in tassel-shaped inflorescences. Speaking of color, one cannot single out any one that would dominate among all species. They are completely diverse: you can find both snow-white and berry-purple flowers. There are also purple, pink and cream varieties. By the way, this plant received the lion's share of its popularity, most likely, due to how long it blooms. Flowering continues from the very beginning of spring, and the latter fade only at the end of summer. So it's definitely not worth worrying about the fact that you simply will not have time to enjoy the Krylotychinnik and its fountain of flowers. There is definitely enough time.

Such a beautiful and vibrant plant is very common on the mountain slopes of Europe. The first samples were found at an altitude of about three kilometers. Below the Krylotychinnik grows very rarely. However, in addition to Europe, this flower was also found in the east and the Caucasus, both Big and Small. As mentioned earlier, Krylotychinnik loves the sun very much, which means that you should not skimp on one of the brightest places on your site for him. If the conditions are right, then the growth of the bush will not take long. Moreover, absolutely all parts of the flower, both those that have grown recently and that have outlived a decent amount of time, look very decorative and attractive. Unfortunately, this plant also has significant disadvantages. Despite the fact that it grows in the mountains, where, as we are used to, it is usually very cold, the Wyrmworm is a completely unstable flower. And this means that he must be covered. Fortunately, this is not difficult due to its small size.

Krylotychinnik varieties

This genus is not the most numerous among plants, and therefore it will not be so difficult to understand the Krylotychinnikov taxonomy. At the moment, there are only forty hybrid varieties, some of which we will describe to you in order to make it easier for you to make a choice when buying.

Round-leaved winged grass

Round-leaved winged grass: photo

The round-leaved winged grass is far from the most stunning dimensions. In length, its stems hardly reach five centimeters, so that it is ranked among the undersized varieties. Most often it is used to decorate mini-rock gardens, because this Krylotychinnik fits perfectly into their miniature compositions. Of course, the leaves of this variety should also be mentioned, which, in fact, are included in its name. They stick around the stem of the plant very tightly and are distinguished by their exceptional decorative effect. So, even without having creamy pink leaves with you, this variety can boast that it instantly attracts the attention of the viewer. The round-leaved Wyrmworm begins to bloom in May, and sometimes in April. You definitely won't have to wait for this flower to reach the peak of its beauty, because literally a week after flowering, it becomes almost ideal and retains this status for quite a long time.

However, we did not say when the flowering of the round-leaved winged grass ends. And this, by the way, is one of its biggest advantages. The fact is that under conditions suitable for this plant, it can bloom right up to mid-autumn, which is a very good result even among other varieties of Krylotychinnik.Nevertheless, even after the inflorescences have faded, you should not be upset, because at the end of the flowering period, the leaves reach the peak of their decorativeness, which will continue to delight you with their appearance.

Large-flowered winged grass

Large-flowered winged grass: photo

It is quite possible that you have already heard about this variety of Krylotychinnik, but under a different name, because in the circle of gardeners it is very often called Krylotychinnik cute. Unlike most others growing in Europe, this variety originates from northern Asia. One of its main advantages is the simplicity of this variety. It perfectly withstands the climatic conditions of Russia, and you are unlikely to have any difficulties with this flower, growing it in the middle lane. You can even say that any beginner can perfectly cope with the "taming" of this variety. By the way, the best and most effective breeding method for this variety of Krylotychinnik is seed, which many gardeners will automatically consider this plant as a plus.

It is worth mentioning, however, that if you are an avid adherent of vegetative propagation methods, then you can still use them. Large-flowered winged grass reproduces well, for example, by cuttings.

Speaking of flowers, it is difficult to avoid repetition, because they are very similar to typical representatives of the Krylotychinnik genus. Each of them has four petals, each of which is painted in a rich pink hue. However, depending on the conditions in which the flower is grown, it can take on both scarlet and white colors. However, they will all have a touch of pink to a greater or lesser extent.

The large-flowered Krylotychinnik begins to bloom at the end of May. Sometimes the blooming of the first flowers can be delayed even until the beginning - mid-June, but this signals that the care of the flower is rather bad. After the flowers have become obsolete and stop pleasing you with their flowering, they must be removed so that they do not lie dead weight on the Krylotychinnik. Nevertheless, there are certain situations in which the flowers are still not cut off. Do not do this if you are going to collect seeds for sowing.

If we talk about where to plant this variety, then rocky slopes are best for this. If they are not observed on your site, which is quite likely, you can independently lay several large stones, between which the Krylotychinnik will be grown. By the way, it is not for nothing that this variety is called large-flowered, because it is ranked among the highest and largest Krylotychinniks. Its stems reach thirty centimeters in height, which is the limit for most flowers of this genus. Do not forget that this variety is very winter hardy. This can play a big role when choosing a Winghouse, if you live in the northern regions.

Worleysky krylotychinnik

Krylotychinnik: photos

This hybrid variety is quite old. According to modern ideas of breeders, it is he who is the original variety, which laid the foundation for such a Krylotychinnik as the Large-flowered Krylotychinnik. However, it still has striking differences from the above-described variety. First of all, it has much wider leaves and larger flowers. Nevertheless, in the competition for the longest stems, this variety still loses to the previous one, because it reaches a height of no more than twenty-five centimeters. Flowers begin to bloom at the very beginning of summer.

At first, the inflorescences will be very compact and small, but over time, closer to the middle of summer, they will elongate significantly. By the way, although the variety is relatively winter-hardy, for our winters its properties will most likely not be enough, since problems begin at temperatures below twenty degrees below zero.

Also, if you liked this variety, but you do not like the shade of the flowers, this Wyrmworm has varieties that will most likely be able to satisfy your desires.

Wingworm Pink Dwarf

Krylotychinnik: photos

Breeders classify this variety as a perennial evergreen. The size of this shrub is not very impressive compared to some of the previous varieties, but it is not miniature either. On average, the stems reach a height of fifteen to twenty centimeters. The leaves of this variety are very fleshy, and its flowers have a very rich pink tint, which is rarely found even among representatives of the Krylotychinnik genus. The inflorescences are like bunches of grapes.

Leaves are one of the advantages of this variety. Despite the fact that they are quite small (no more than one centimeter in length), they have a very interesting shape and attractive colors. By the way, even taking into account the fact that the entire genus of Krylotychinniks is not particularly whimsical, this variety is especially unpretentious and not at all capricious. Most often it is planted on a rocky surface, which, however, is recommended to absolutely all Krylotychinniks. Nevertheless, the pink gnome feels very good both in pots and in flowerpots, so it is completely unnecessary to create a rocky relief on your site for him alone.

By the way, we should talk about the reproduction of this variety, because it, perhaps, even better than all others, reproduces with the help of seeds. Even without spending too much on your time and effort, you can achieve amazing germination and excellent sprout quality. It is best to store seeds just beginning to germinate under glass or under a film. The growing temperature should not drop below fifteen degrees. However, heat above twenty is also not welcome. If you adhere to these conditions, then in a month, or maybe less, you will see the first shoots. If at this time frosts are not expected with absolute certainty, then the sprouts can be planted in open ground and continue to care for them already there. Of course, we must not forget that this variety, like all Krylotychinniki, is very fond of the sun. In addition, it is necessary to select a certain soil for it. As we said, it should not be too fertile and acidic. It would be best to choose the most neutral one (always with the addition of sand).

Of course, such a beautiful and eye-catching variety has become very common in landscape design. In a very large number of gardens and rock gardens, it can easily be found among experienced gardeners, beginners and even collectors.

By the way, a very important rule that must be followed when growing this Krylotychinnik variety is the inadmissibility of waterlogging the bush. If it happens, then we can expect that in the near future the flower will become much more lethargic and soft, and these are the first symptoms of root decay. So, to avoid stagnant moisture, you need to take care of good drainage. After the flowers of the Krylotychinnik have faded, you can remove them and begin to prepare the plant for wintering. Often this process consists in the usual covering of the landings with a protective film or cloth. Of course, if you believe our description, it may seem that this variety is just perfect. However, it has one very major drawback: it blooms very little. There is a high probability that under imperfect conditions, its flowers will not be able to hold out throughout the summer.

Krylotychinnik in landscape design

Krylotychinnik: photos

As you may have already noticed, this stunted plant is used incredibly widely in landscape design.This is all thanks to its stunningly long and beautiful flowering, attractive leaves and its combination with many other plants in hundreds of possible compositions. Recall that in height, these small shrubs reach from unimpressive five to a good thirty centimeters. In width, one separate bush rarely grows more voluminous than forty centimeters. The stems are most often very close to each other and form a dense structure, which allows the Winghouse to look like a real green carpet covering your garden. Suitable shades of flowers are found for the preferences of almost every gardener. A huge variety of pink and cream, purple and purple, red and burgundy colors will definitely not leave anyone indifferent.

Since the flowers (on average) begin to bloom in late April or early May, the composition for the Krylotychinnik should be selected such that the flowers participating in it approximately coincide with it in terms of flowering time. By the way, Krylotychinnik is not at all whimsical and demanding to its neighbors, and he himself is a very good roommate, so the chances that the plants in the composition will not get along with each other tend to zero.

Care

Unfortunately, most varieties of Krylotychinnik are too different to give ultimate advice on caring for all of them. However, we can still give you some recommendations that you can supplement with advice from experienced gardeners, sellers and possibly breeders.

Temperature regime

Temperature is what this plant is least demanding for. However, of course, constantly growing it in the cold isn't a good idea either. This may be fraught with the fact that the flowers will turn out to be far from being as bright and beautiful as you expected, and the leaves will be much smaller both in size and quantity. So it's best to keep the temperature around twenty degrees Celsius.

Lighting

The winged grass is not one of those timid flowers that are afraid of the direct rays of the sun. That is why, throughout the article, we advised you to plant it in the most illuminated place in the garden. If you are growing a flower in a pot, then it would be best to put it on the south window. However, both the west and east windows will also work. The most important thing is that daylight hours last at least twelve hours. Otherwise, the flower will begin to show signs of lethargy, although this will not hurt it much.

Top dressing

As already mentioned, Krylotychinnik should grow exclusively in neutral soil, and therefore any fertilizers are extremely undesirable. However, if you take good care of the plant, you will not need them, because the Wyrmworm grows very quickly and in spite of everything it always gives bright and rich flowers. The main thing is to water it well. By the way, about watering ...

Watering

This is the most controversial point in caring for the Krylotychinnik, because each species has its own preferences in how abundantly and how often it needs to be watered. Most often it depends on the size of the bush, and sometimes on more complex biological factors. However, the only general recommendation that can be given here is not to overmoisten. For all other questions, it is better to consult with the seller when buying or with a more experienced gardener. However, they, too, may not know so much about a particular variety, and their seemingly unbreakable opinion may turn out to be mistaken, so the Internet will be your best friend and helper.

Landing

As already mentioned, when planting Krylotychinnik, it is best to select those types of landscape that are most familiar to this plant. The most suitable option would be a small slope or alpine slide, which is much easier to create on your site than it seems. Alternatively, you can use Krylotychinnik as a green rug in large compositions.Do not forget that pots are still a good alternative to planting, both between stones and in open ground, and therefore, if you want to see a small, neat and beautiful bush on your windowsill that blooms all summer, the Winghouse is definitely yours choice. For these purposes, by the way, the "garden gnome" variety is best suited. The love of gardeners and florists for him is difficult to convey to words, and therefore it is he who will become an excellent variety for getting acquainted with Krylotychinniki.

Krylotychinnik: growing from seeds or using cuttings

We have already mentioned that there are many ways to propagate this undersized shrub. Some are more effective and some are less effective. However, all of them are often used, and therefore you can not worry and choose the appropriate method, depending solely on your preferences.

However, if you still want to achieve the maximum possible efficiency, then you should pay attention to the cuttings method or the seed method in terms of germination and efficiency, they are almost equal, but for some reason most beginners prefer the cuttings method. In order to implement it, it is necessary to plant the cuttings in advance in pots with soil with the addition of sand. Within fifteen days, the petiole will have well-formed roots. In the fall, these seedlings can already be placed permanently in open ground.

In the event that you gave your preference to the seed method, you will have to confuse yourself a little more. You need to collect them after the Krylotychinnik has faded. After that, they must survive the winter, and only then can the seeds be planted in a special container, so that this year they will be in the open ground. In order to keep the plants in good condition, it is necessary to water them regularly, but not very abundantly. This will provide them with good conditions for development in a temporary capacity. If we allow excessive watering, then there is a high probability that the seeds simply will not sprout, and all the work will go down the drain. As soon as the first sprouts break through the soil, the temporary container will definitely need to be rearranged where more sunlight will fall on the Krylotychinnik. A pick into separate pots for each sprout is made when each of them has at least three or four real leaves. After some more time, the seedlings can and even need to be taken out into the street in order to let them get used to the external conditions in which they will grow in the next few years. Something in a week can be planted in the ground. The main requirements for it: neutrality and content of sand in it.

Krylotychinnik: photos

In order for the Krylotychinnik to take root better in absolutely any soil, it is recommended to supplement it with high-quality drainage from sand and gravel. This will provide the soil with good moisture and oxygen conductivity, which will significantly accelerate the growth of the flower. Also, very fine gravel can be used after direct planting, surrounding the root necks of the bushes. Given this double layer of drainage, in no case should we forget that waterlogging is very dangerous.

However, you are unlikely to water this plant very often, given how unpretentious it is. In the end, do not forget that the Krylotychinnik is found mainly on the slopes of the mountains, where there is no question of any "paradise" conditions. So the most important thing you should take care of is bright sunlight.

Diseases and pests of the Wingworm

Those who are annoyed by all kinds of plant diseases can be glad, because the Wyrmworm almost never gets sick. It will delight you with its flowering no matter what, and no fungi or bacteria can prevent this. Nevertheless, the Krylotychinnik can still become infected.However, this only happens if very poor care is carried out for him. So even despite the illness, your flower would hardly bloom in such conditions.

Conclusion

Wingworm is a truly amazing plant. Moreover, it amazes not only with its beauty, which lies in simplicity and unpretentiousness, but also with its amazing unpretentiousness. Grow this wonderful flower absolutely anyone can on their site. So, if you do not know how to supplement an empty sunny area, Krylotychinnik will perfectly play this role. We hope that thanks to our article, you were able not only to decide on the variety, but also to find out what kind of care it needs. All that remains is to wish you good luck.