Tradescantia garden - pretty exquisite plant

The middle of the 17th century was the beginning of the cultivation of the Tradescantia of the Virgin. This culture was one of the first ornamental garden plants. Due to sufficient endurance, hybrids of this species, which are called "Anderson's Tradescantia", are derived. This name was given to the plant in honor of one American botanist, who was engaged in cultural research.

Modern gardening cultivates many varieties of this species. Tradescantia garden has quite large leaves and flowers. The plant has proved itself in conditions of growing in the middle belt, as winter hardy and shade-tolerant. Tradescantia garden (photo) is also drought-resistant.

Many experts argue that in sunny areas garden gardens grow better, care for it, however, it is better to carry out in shady places. This plant in natural conditions is found in open meadows and glades, which are overgrown with herbs, protecting the flowers of the Tradescantia from the midday hot sun.

Cultivating the culture in the garden, it is better to choose shady or semi-darkened places. The fact is that the flowers of Tradescantia are short-lived, so in the shade they will last longer.

In the central part of Russia, the culture in the garden plantations does not tolerate the dry and hot July. These days, flowers can not be revealed at all.

Despite the fact that the garden of the garden is adapted to the drought, it is necessary to sprinkle it with warm water every evening. The planting soil must be moist and loose, and have a sufficient amount of humus. However, do not unnecessarily moisten the soil. You can not plant a plant near water.
This culture can last for years without a transplant. In order for the garden to grow well, it is necessary to feed the soil in spring with the standard rate of full mineral fertilizer, in the amount of 30 g / sq. M. M, sealing it by 6-8 centimeters. When the plant starts to bloom, it is useful to feed it with liquid fertilizers once every ten days.

Fairly easily, Tradescantia propagates vegetatively. Bushes can be divided from the middle of spring to the end of August. It is necessary to know that the root system of culture during digging will inevitably be damaged. During planting, long roots should be cut to 15 centimeters. In the conditions of dividing the bush at the beginning of the season, Tradescantia will easily restore the root system and quickly take root.

This culture is resistant to pests and diseases. Tradescantia garden prefers moist soil, but despite this, it can easily adapt in any habitat. Due to a special layer of cells in the leaf that is capable of accumulating moisture, the plant can tolerate a shortage of water for a long time. Tradescantia is not afraid of weeds, they do not oppress it.

From different varieties of culture in ornamental horticulture form small flower beds, in which plants sit quite tightly, allowing you to tie the stems of flowers. You can lead the culture on trellis in group plantings against the background of a green lawn.