Pelargonium Anita is one of the most beautiful varieties of culture. It is characterized by beautiful decorative properties. Moreover, the culture is absolutely unpretentious in care. The plant is gaining more and more popularity.
Pelargonium Anita (Anita) - what kind of rosebud variety is it, what does it look like
Pelargonium Anita is a culture from the Geranium family. Anita pelargonium, as described, belongs to the rosacea species.
Brief description, history of origin or selection
The plant is a hybrid variety. It is created on the basis of rosaceae and geranium crops. The flower is characterized by beautiful small buds that resemble roses. Leaves are the same as geraniums.
The plant has beautiful pink buds.
Pelargonium grows up to 50 cm. It is characterized by a lush bush, which includes many inflorescences. In appearance, they resemble roses of regular round shape.
The buds have a pink color and a closed center. The decorative properties of the culture are also associated with foliage. It has a natural shine and a juicy green color.
Important! The flower has many useful properties. It helps to cope with pathogenic bacteria and supplies air with volatile production.
Cultivation of pelargonium Anita, especially the content of home
In order for home culture to be successful, proper care is provided.
Illumination and temperature
The plant needs sufficient lighting. When grown in the shade, the bush will develop, but will not be able to bloom. To achieve abundant flowering, sufficient lighting is necessary. At the same time, direct sunlight should not fall on the plant, which leaves burns on the petals and foliage.
Pelargonium develops well at moderate temperatures. In this case, a temperature below +10 ℃ the flower is contraindicated. It will lead to the death of the flower, which will cease to bloom, lose its decorative properties and may even become infected with a black leg. In the summer of pelargonium, fresh air is useful. With a decrease in temperature indicators, the pot must be moved to the house.
Watering rules and humidity
The plant needs moderate watering. It is carried out if necessary. Before moistening the soil, it is checked with a finger. When a dry crust appears, water the bush under the root itself. Water should be at room temperature. At the same time, they do not recommend wetting the foliage.
Important! In the heat, moisturize pelargonium twice a day - in the morning and in the evening. In winter, this procedure is carried out 1 time in 1-2 weeks.
It is important to maintain the correct watering regime. In dry weather, there is a risk of leaf decay. When waterlogging the bushes, there is a threat of rotting of the root system.
The plant needs timely and high-quality watering
Top dressing and soil quality
Fertilize the plant is recommended constantly. The only exception is the winter period, when the culture is not fertilized. During this period, it gains strength before the start of the growing season. The rest of the time the bushes are fed twice a month.
Anita geranium can be fertilized with ready-made compounds. It is permissible to do top dressings with your own hands. In any case, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, nitrogen should be present in the composition.
When using fertilizers, clearly follow the instructions. The cause of yellowing of the leaves is a violation of the dosage of the product.
Flower Tank Size
The size of the pot directly affects the flowering of the crop. For pelargonium, it is undesirable to use too much capacity. Otherwise, all the forces of culture will be directed to the formation of roots. Until they completely fill the pot, the ground part will not grow. In such a situation, flowering may be sparse.
Only the smallest containers are suitable for young plants. Subsequently, a pot of 14 cm in diameter and 15 cm in height should be used. If you want to use a large capacity, it is worth planting several cuttings of culture in it at the same time. At the same time, observe an interval of 5 cm.
Pruning and transplanting
In order for the plant to have an attractive decorative shape, it must sometimes be trimmed. It is not recommended to perform this manipulation in the spring, since there is a risk of damage to the buds, which are just starting to form.
Trim bushes after flowering. To activate the formation of side branches, pinching is carried out fresh. This is done when 3-4 leaves are formed on them.
Additional Information! Transplanting the crop during flowering or dormancy is prohibited. Do not move the plant to a new place without urgent need. Anita geranium reacts very painfully to this procedure.
The plant is periodically pruned
Features of flowering plants
This kind of pelargonium is characterized by abundant flowering. If you properly care for the culture, it can bloom for a long time. During the season, several inflorescences are formed on 1 bush. They replace each other or open simultaneously.
Period of activity and rest
The period of activity begins in the spring - at the stage of bud formation. The plant is characterized by a long flowering period. It lasts several months. Most often, the flowering of pelargonium continues until mid-autumn, when the temperature decreases and daylight hours are significantly reduced.
During the dormant period, they reduce the amount of watering and refuse to make fertilizers. Thanks to this, pelargonium builds strength for the new season.
Types and shape of flowers
The flowers have a rounded shape and dense inner petals. Therefore, the middle always remains closed. The buds have a delicate pinkish color. In appearance, the inflorescences resemble roses.
Propagation of geraniums by cuttings, when it is better to do it.
With strict observance of the rules of reproduction, you will be able to get a strong and healthy plant. The procedure is carried out by cuttings. With the seed method, varietal characteristics of the culture are not preserved.
Cutting is permissible throughout the year. However, experts recommend conducting the procedure from March to July. Pelargonium Anita propagated as described:
- The apical stem 5-7 cm long is separated from the mother culture. It is recommended to give preference to a semi-lignified branch. Soft cuttings will not be able to adapt to new conditions. Cut the stalk is recommended with a sharp knife. His blade is disinfected.
- Soil for planting is applied ready. A self-made substrate needs to be thoroughly disinfected.
- The handle is dried and placed in a plastic cup with soil. Previously, holes are made in the tank that provide high-quality drainage. Before planting, all leaves are cut from the bottom of the cuttings. If this is not done, there is a risk of decay.
- The roots will appear in a couple of weeks. After planting, the bush should be watered carefully. It is important to avoid severe dryness or waterlogging of the soil. You need to water the plant strictly under the root or pour water along the edge of the glass. The liquid should be used sparingly to avoid the development of rotting processes.
- In order for the plant to take root normally, it is provided with high-quality illumination. When breeding pelargonium during a short daylight hours, it is worthwhile to provide additional lighting.
Important! In the process of propagation of the flower, it is not recommended to cover the stalk with a jar or a bottle. This can cause rot.
The plant is propagated by cuttings.
Growing problems, diseases and pests
When growing a culture, you can encounter the development of various pathologies. Pelargonium may be affected by the development of root rot. The disease is caused by the content of the flower in a too cold room. Excessive watering also leads to the development of pathology. Of the pests, the plant most often suffers from whiteflies and spider mites.
How to deal with them
To cope with the development of diseases, chemical agents are used - for example, Fitolavin or Biporam. Equally important is the correct implementation of agricultural activities. When cultivating a plant, it is important to balance the composition of the soil and adjust the watering.
Important! To cope with insects, insecticides are used. Of regular importance is the regular inspection of the bushes for the presence of parasite larvae.
A flower often suffers from pest attacks
Pelargonium of this variety has excellent decorative properties. She is considered unpretentious in care and is very popular among gardeners. At the same time, compliance with simple recommendations will help to achieve lush flowering. They include timely watering, pruning, fertilizing.
