Plant the sparrow correctly
The optimal time window for planting is open from August to October. Alternatively, set the Spierstrauch in the spring in the thawed soil. While the soil is being meticulously weeded and raked, soak the root ball in water until no more air bubbles rise. Dig a spacious planting pit to enrich the excavation with compost and Horn shavings.(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) Then pot the young spar and plant it in the middle. The previous planting depth should be preserved as far as possible. The substrate is solidified with the hands in order to spread a layer of foliage and water it. At the end of the day, the spar receives a plant cut. To do this, shorten all shoots by half to two thirds.
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Care tips
If properly planted, a sparrow seldom requires gardening attention. In order for the opulent abundance of flowers, the dense foliage and the bewitching scent to unfold, the following cultivation is important:
- Water the wood regularly when it is dry
- After starting fertilization in spring, every 2-3 weeks mulch with compost, leaves or clippings
- Potted plants from April to August spoil with liquid fertilizer
- Cut back the signs of spring immediately after flowering
- Cut summer bloomers in late winter or early spring
- Winter protection in the year of planting and for spars in the tub is advisable
If you are planting a marine shrub in spring, the focus will be on an adequate water supply during the summer. In contrast to planting in rainy autumn, during the dry season you cannot avoid a regular walk to your pupil with a watering can in hand.
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Which location is suitable?
One of its outstanding attributes is the flexible attitude towards the local conditions. The sparaceous shrub thrives splendidly in sunny to partially shaded locations and will not let you down even in light shade. The ornamental wood spreads its roots in any normal garden soil that may be calcareous. The gem does not want to be bothered by waterlogging.
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The correct planting distance
In order to skillfully measure the ideal planting distance, please take a look at the expected height and width. Since the genus has dainty dwarf varieties through to mighty flower towers, we have compiled recommended distances for popular species for you:
- Splendid spar: 100-150 cm planting distance
- Japanese shrub spar: 50-60 cm planting distance
- Dwarf spar: 30-40 cm planting distance
When calculating the planting distance, please bear in mind that the majority of sparaceae species grow almost as wide as they are tall. In addition, numerous trees and shrubs show a rapid growth rate of up to 50 cm annually, so that apparent gaps are filled within a short time.
When is the flowering time?
Cleverly combined, the lavish axillary blossoms adorn gardens and balconies from spring to autumn. For your orientation we have listed the flowering times of popular species for you:
- Bridal spears and spring spears: flowering time from April to May
- Prachtspiere: flowering time from mid-May to the end of June
- Japanese shrub spar: flowering period from June to July
- Red summer sparrows: flowering from July to September
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Cut the sparrow correctly
Equipped with a robust cut tolerance, keep the growth of a sparrow with the Secateurs easily under control. The flowering time defines the ideal time. Spring-flowering species should be cut back immediately after flowering, while the summer flowering plants should be cut back in late winter. Don't be afraid to cut short shoots that are too long during the growing season. The cut itself follows this sequence:
- Optionally, shorten shoots by up to two thirds
- Thoroughly thin out the entire shrub
- Cut off inward and rubbing shoots
- For the vase decoration, cut branches that have fully blossomed
Place the scissors 1-2 mm above an outward-facing knot. Such a knot can be seen as a slight bump under the bark. This incision encourages the plant to branch out at this point for a bushy habit.
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Water the sparrow
Although the sparrow tolerates short-term drought, uniform soil moisture promotes growth and flowering. If the surface of the earth dries up, water the plant early in the morning or late in the evening. Overhead irrigation should be avoided in order not to impair the flowers. If you cultivate the wonderfully fragrant beauty of flowers in the tub, check the moisture content of the substrate every few days with a thumb test. If the top 2-3 cm feel dry, pour directly onto the root disc.
Fertilize the sparrow properly
A start fertilization in March / April brings the growth on its toes. Work some compost with horn shavings into the surface of the soil. Optionally, there is a nitrogen-accentuated mineralorganic fertilizer to use. As a result, the frugal sparrow turns out to be grateful for a mulch layer of leaves, lawn clippings or compost. For a spar in the bucket, we recommend regular application of liquid fertilizer from April to August.
Overwinter
The spar shrub is completely hardy and does not require any provisions for wintering. Only in the year of planting do we recommend spreading a layer of leaves on the root disc, as the frost resistance has not yet fully developed. The following measures are useful for specimens in the bucket:
- In autumn, wrap the planter with bubble wrap, jute or fleece
- A block of wood or one Styrofoam plate(€ 43.00 at Amazon *) sign
- Cover the substrate with straw, autumn leaves or coniferous branches
Where there is enough space available, a spar in a pot moves to frost-free winter quarters. Water the plant every now and then to prevent the root ball from drying out completely.
Propagate sparrow
The sparrow continues the long list of its convincing advantages in terms of reproduction. We have compiled proven methods for you here:
- In early summer, pull the sinker to the ground and dig in the middle part until an independent root system is created
- Cut off head cuttings during the summer and cultivate them in pots with poor substrate
- In September cut cuttings, plant them in the ground and let them take root
- sowing the seeds behind glass or directly in the bed
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Is it poisonous?
The enchanting sparaceous bush deserves a special place in every family garden. Since the opulent ornamental wood is not poisonous, it does not pose any health risk. Good-naturedly forgiving many a beginner's mistake, the Spiere is the ideal candidate to awaken the joy of hobby gardening in interested children.
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Nice varieties
- Bridal spears: Fantastically beautiful spring flowers in bright white and impressive presence; Growth height 150-200 cm
- Triumphans: The bright red piston flowers adorn the wood from June to July; Growth height 150-200 cm
- Anthony Waterer: Breathtaking summer spar with ruby red umbellate flowers until September; Growth height 60-100 cm
- Albiflora: Dainty dwarf spar that wraps itself in white clouds of flowers from July to September; Growth height 50-70 cm
- Golden Princess: Wonderful play of colors thanks to pink summer flowers over golden-yellow leaves; Growth height 40-50 cm