Dichondra ampelnaya: growing out of seeds, planting and care, reviews

Variety of varieties of climbing plants, offered on the market today, provides great opportunities for phytodesign. Among them, a simple find is the unpretentious ampel diodra when creating a backdrop of greenery. Cultivation from seeds from the moment of sowing and to the development of a full-fledged plant occurs, perhaps not as fast as one would like, but the result is able to conquer with its amazing beauty.

Appearance

The herbaceous plant of dichondra can be both long-term and annual, depending on conditions. It has superficial roots and is remarkable for its elegant stems, which reach a length of one and a half meters and fall beautifully downwards, making the plant look like a waterfall, or spread along the ground, forming a carpet. The branches are densely covered with small rounded leaves. Today, the most popular are two varieties of dichondra, which are called the Silver and Emerald Falls. The names are associated with the coloring of their leaves.

The first is particularly attractive as a background for flowering plants. When you hit the silvery leaves of the sun, you get the impression of running water. From May to August modest small flowers are covered with ampel diodra. Planting and caring for the plant are not particularly difficult, which further attracts the attention of flower growers.

Origin of the species

This plant was first discovered more than two centuries ago in East Asia. Special interest in botanists, it did not cause, because the appearance of grass growing under natural conditions, was not particularly beautiful. Later dichondra interested in landscape design experts, who began using it to create rock gardens as a soil cover.

So gradually began to gain popularity inconspicuous in appearance the culture of diodonda ampel, cultivation of which in Russia lasts only a dozen years. Official debut in our country took place at a specialized exhibition held in 2004, where the plant was first introduced, formed as a living waterfall.

For the originality and universal purpose, the ampel diodrone received the highest ratings. Since this time, the demand for this plant has increased every year among professional designers and amateur gardeners.

Planting of seeds

Both cuttings and seeds can multiply an ampel dichondra. Cultivation from the seeds will require some effort and patience. But in view of the fact that the purchase of cuttings is quite problematic, since the plant is not so common among florists, the method of planting seeds is more often used.

In order to decorate the balcony or garden with a beautiful green screen by the beginning of the summer season, the seeds of the dichondra should be sown in January or February. From the time of planting to the first shoots, approximately 4 months pass.

For seeding the soil is prepared in advance. For this, sand and fertile soil are mixed in equal parts . Seeds are sown to a depth of 5 mm, sprinkled with earth, watered and wrapped with plastic wrap to prevent evaporation of moisture. Instead of a film, glass can be used. Then the tank is put in a warm place, the air temperature in the room should be maintained at +25 ° C. After 10 days, the first shoots begin to appear, and the seedlings can already be put on the window, taking off the film.

When 2 main leaves appear on the shoots, they are transplanted into small pots, the diameter of which is no more than 10 cm. The whole process is not particularly complicated. Therefore, the optimal method of reproduction is for a plant such as ampel dichondra, growing from seeds. Photos competently placed flower pots in combination with other colors show what magnificence can be created in your garden, having this plant handy. Many reviews of amateur gardeners suggest that the reproduction of the dichondra with seeds is quite successful at home. According to them, the plants give friendly shoots and are well tolerated for further transplantation.

Transplant to open ground

After 8-9 weeks from seeding, the grown plants can be planted in a plant pot. Three shoots are capable of giving one good thick bush. As they grow, they bend to the ground and start new roots and shoots. With proper formation, after 2 months, the dichondra acquires a species that has a high decorative value.

In an open ground it is better to plant this plant when the soil warms up fairly well. The most suitable period is the beginning of June. When planting between plants, it is necessary to maintain a distance of about 30 centimeters. The place should be well illuminated by the sun, especially it is important for the variety Silver Waterfall.

Dyhondra ampelnaya: care of the plant

Knowing some of the botanical features of the dichondra will help create a comfortable environment for growing a beautiful and healthy plant. The most important thing is to maintain the optimum air temperature. It must be at least +18 ⁰С and not higher than +26 ⁰С. Dyhondra ampelna refers to the genus of bog plants, so the humidity of the air is of great importance for its growth and development. Regular spraying with warm water greatly speeds up the process of plant growth. In this case the leaves acquire an unusual freshness and elasticity.

But the excess moisture in the soil is disastrous for such a plant as an ampel diodander. Growing it from the seeds requires sufficient moisture, but when the first stems appear, watering is done very carefully and moderately. However, the drying of the soil should not be allowed.

Fertilizers

To fully develop the plant and protect it from possible diseases, it is necessary to periodically apply fertilizers and fertilizing. Experts recommend liquid organic fertilizer "Ideal", which is applied once in 2 weeks. In order to help the plant gain a deciduous mass, a mineral fertilizer with a high nitrogen content is introduced every week.

Do pruning regularly to form a more magnificent crown. This procedure is mandatory and when preparing the plant for wintering in a city apartment.

Winter hardiness

At observance of all conditions on leaving or care is capable during 6-7 years to keep the decorative dichondra ampelnaja. Care and cultivation in the winter will not bring much trouble. You can make a reliable shelter for the plant for the winter, and it is best to bring it into the house, highlighting the most bright place there. During this period, very moderate watering is required to prevent excessive soil moisture. Otherwise, it can cause rotting of the roots. If the house is working with heating appliances, then it is necessary to spray the leaves and moisten the air.

In a warm room quite well tolerates the winter diodonda ampel. Reviews that characterize the plant as sufficiently resistant to transplants and hibernations are very common. So, according to amateur flower growers, many of them did not expect that the dichondra would please them with their appearance for more than one year. However, the result surpassed all expectations.

Using

Dihondra ampelnaya recently appeared in our gardens, but has already gained great popularity among landscape designers. It is often used as a ground cover plant, which forms a real carpet on the ground. Planted in pots and hanging baskets, the dichondra adorns the walls, terraces and balconies. In the channels of dry streams it is recommended to place the Silver dichondra, which will simulate the flowing stream of water. When placing twigs of this plant on a rocky surface, care must be taken to protect them from overheating.

Once planted this plant and observing the simple rules of caring for it, you can ensure for each season the beautiful decoration of your garden plot or balcony.

Design an amazing flower and originality of the flower garden will help the unusual and refined appearance of the ampel diodra plant. Cultivation from seeds or cuttings in combination with competent care allows creating luxurious green waterfalls, attracting sight and amazing with its beauty.