We all see how our cities and towns have become prettier over the past few years. The state allocates significant funds for landscaping and landscaping. Now every square meter of unpaved land, every tree or shrub is under close supervision of specialists. Our squares, streets and squares are decorated with emerald lawns and colorful flower beds of annual and perennial flowers, ornamental shrubs and trees.
But now we want to talk about landscape roses. Why exactly about them? First, the beauty of blooming roses rarely leaves anyone indifferent, so they can play important role in creating the architectural and artistic appearance of the city. Secondly, to date, breeders from different countries have already bred a sufficient number of varieties of various colors and undemanding care, which specially intended for landing in urban conditions.
Mainly, selection in this direction is carried out for the resistance of roses against leaf diseases, the ability to winter without shelter, the continuity and duration of flowering. Therefore, most often, roses from the ground cover group are used as landscape ones, both with creeping and compact bush shapes, as well as some roses from the floribunda group.
Inspired by the ideas of landscape designers and obeying modern trends, European rose-growing firms are successfully developing this theme. Roses, intended for greening cities, have passed very tough tests for many years in harsh climatic conditions and only the most hardy ones are then selected for reproduction and further implementation.
So, the company «Meilland» (France) in the assortment of more than a dozen varieties of landscape roses with winter hardiness up to -30 ° С and more than 20 varieties with winter hardiness up to -40 ° С. A variety like Knock Out (Knock Out), able to withstand Siberian frosts without shelter! More than 65 thousand bushes have already been growing in Moscow since 2006! And 30 thousand bushes of a variety Bonika (Bonica), also included in the list of the most frost-resistant varieties, have been growing without shelter for 5 years in Tomsk (under the name "Tomichka") and in Novosibirsk. Also, roses of the variety do without winter shelter. Crimson Mayandecor (Crimson Meillandecor),renamed in 2005 in the variety "Pobeda" and growing in the Moscow Victory Park in the amount of 10 thousand bushes.
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Knock out | Bonica |
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The basis of the assortment of the German company «NoackRosen» make up exactly landscape roses, which are abundant in excess of flowers, and flowering continues continuously
all summer, up to frost. This firm specializes in creating roses with veryhigh resistance to disease leaves. No wonder that half of the varieties she has bred have the German predicate ADR, which is assigned only to the most hardy and resistant varieties, so many of them are well suited for planting in places, suboptimal for growing roses.
Among the novelties of the selection of the House of Noack, the following varieties are presented:
Alea, characterized by very compact and dense bushes, well suited for narrow beds.
Resonanz- received for its excellent qualities, namely (resistance of leaves to diseases, vigor of growth and stability of flower color), in addition to the predicate ADR, one of the highest awards in Europe - the title of "Golden Rose of The Hague".
Sorrento, plantings which look great from afar.
Westzeitwith a very interesting play of shades, from orange-apricot to pink.
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Alea | Resonanz |
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Sorrento | Westzeit |
I would especially like to note the selection achievements of the rose-growing company «RosenTantau» (Germany), which has been developing for many years special breeding program particularly sustainable, beautiful and hassle-free roses to decorate open urban spaces.
The landscape designers of this company offer a new approach to the color scheme and the structure of the placement of plants used in urban landscaping. For these purposes are used specially designed ground cover roses group «City-flor», which are distinguished by their unpretentiousness, abundant flowering before frost and low maintenance costs. Their bushes branch well, grow quickly and close together, forming a solid floral carpet, delighting with their splendor until late autumn... With an optimal planting pattern, dense and healthy foliage prevents the sun's rays from reaching the ground, creating an obstacle for weeds to grow. All varieties are highly resistant to black spot and powdery mildew and practically do without chemical treatments... These roses hibernate without shelter, which is very important for growing in central Russia; lunges are excluded in the plantings. Winter protection is needed only when there are severe frosts. no snow... Then it is desirable to cover with spruce branches, which prevents winter drying of plants. Roses from the City-flor group are able to revolutionize the range of flowering plants suitable for urban landscaping, because they are attractive, strong, maintenance-free and ground-blooming roses for planting in parks against the backdrop of lawns, arrays in squares, in curbs along streets in short, wherever traffic is close and there are many pedestrians.
These roses are inexpensive. They are planted for a period of 6-10 years, their densely branched bushes remain compact at the same time and do not require regular annual pruning and shaping in comparison, for example, with a lawn, which must be mowed frequently. Only once every 5-6 years radical pruning overgrown bushes. Watering roses is done, although in a larger volume, but much less frequently than watering lawns and flower beds from annuals. This eliminates the need for frequent use of irrigation equipment.
The cost of planting material in the first year exceeds the same indicator for annuals by only 30%. But, if we consider that annuals have to be purchased annually, and roses once every 6-10 years, then even multiplying the figure by 6, we will get 4 times savings on planting material! So, with an average cost of annual seedlings - 12 rubles and a planting rate of 40 pcs. per sq.m., the total cost is 480 rubles, and multiplying by 6 years, we get an amount of 2880 rubles. And when planting ground cover roses, the need for 1 sq.m. averages 4 plants, with a wholesale price of 180 rubles. costs for 1 sq.m. are 720 rubles. Compare 2880 rubles and 720 rubles! Prices, of course, are approximate, somewhere they are more, somewhere less. And, if we include the cost of bulbous flowers preceding annuals in the calculation, then the picture of the low cost of ground cover roses in comparison with annuals and bulbs becomes even brighter.
In addition, unlike annuals, withered flowers of ground cover roses do not need to be collected, because most varieties are capable of self-cleaning, among them there are many varieties with a very pleasant aroma, which positively affects the emotions of the townspeople.
For urban landscaping, both self-rooted and grafted ground cover roses can be used. Own-rooted roses have a compact root system, they are content with a small volume of soil for root growth and do not require deep holes for planting. Another plus is that such roses do not have the problem of removing wild growth. There is only one minus - self-rooted roses reach full decorativeness in the second year after planting and do not lose it for many years. When using grafted roses, which develop much faster, the plantings look presentable already in the first season. So ground cover roses for all parameters suitable for urban landscaping.
The garden company "Podvorie" is the exclusive representative of the company "Rosen Tantau" in Russia for garden roses.Thanks to close and fruitful cooperation, beautiful roses of the Rosen Tantau firm adorn kindergartens, parks and schools in Moscow, monasteries, many and many garden plots and country houses of residents of Russia. Our clients are also municipal organizations of various cities involved in the greening of city streets, squares and squares.
We present only a few varieties of Rosen Tantau ground cover roses to clearly show their beauty and undeniable advantage over annuals. Most of the roses on display have the ADR predicate, which is assigned to the strongest and most decorative varieties, and many of them have received gold and silver medals and other awards at various exhibitions.
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Alpenglühen | Aspirin-Rose |
Alpengluen (Alpenglühen), 2003
This rose is characterized by a particularly flat and even bush habit, strong growth and 100% area coverage due to long shoots. The height of the bushes is 30-40 cm, and in width they grow by 80 cm. Plantations of roses of the variety Alpengluen absolutely free from damage by fungal diseases and, thanks to these qualities, are recommended for planting in places problematic for growing roses. Remarkable are the numerous, bright red flowers with a diameter of 3-4 cm, which are kept on the bush for a very long time. In this case, the glowing red tone does not change when it fades. Roses varieties Alpengluen are best suited for landings along motorways, where there is a large congestion of pedestrians and other places, because they are completely hassle-free and require extremely low maintenance costs. The need for plants: only 2-3 per 1 sq.m.
Aspirin Rose (Aspirin-Rose),1997
Large, double flowers in lush, umbrella-shaped inflorescences cover the luxurious, bright green foliage. A bush with strong dense shoots, which allows it to cover the soil well in the second year after planting. The result is attractive areas - bright, radiant and invigorating. Looks perfect against dark foliage. The clear whiteness of the flowers changes to a romantic pink in cool weather. Thanks to the luxurious flowers and their friendly fresh appearance, Aspirin Rose looks especially beautiful when planting along footpaths, as well as in large containers (if they are at least 35 cm high and shelter from frost for the winter). This is a reliable variety in all respects. Bush height: 50-80 cm, flowers 5 cm in diameter.
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Roses Aspirin-Rose and Alpengluen planted at the All-Russian Exhibition Center near the Central Pavilion
Santro Rose (Centro-Rose), 2000
Especially suitable for places where there are a lot of pedestrians, because dense, compact, abundantly flowering plants create a good optical impression in the massif. It blooms continuously, very well covers the ground, which suppresses annoying weed growth. Well suited for heavy soils. The Santro Rose plantation is especially beautifullook against the background of white herbaceous perennials or in large containers. The height of the bush is 50-60 cm, the flowers are semi-double, with a diameter of 5 cm.
Mirato (Mirato), 1990
The best variety in the group of low-bush roses. Mirato grows rapidly, forming dense areas and guarantees a colorful spectacle for many months with bright pink, semi-double flowers that appear in large umbellate inflorescences and contrast with the lush green foliage. This groundcover rose has received numerous awards for its frost resistance and very good disease resistance. To this can be added good growth qualities and a long flowering period, that is, those criteria that allow it to be used for landscaping open urban spaces and frequently visited places. Mirato is one of the most reliable and oldest varieties in the Tantau range of ground cover roses, which is very popular all over the world. Bush height: 50-60 cm, flowers 5 cm in diameter, light aroma.
Satin (Satina), 1992
The breeders were able to achieve a particularly uniform, delicate pink shade coming from the inside of the flower. They also ensured that this variety eliminates powdery mildew disease at the end of summer.Satin grows compactly and densely, resulting in the formation of medium-height floral carpets. At the same time, it remains resistant to rain, does not reach either yellowing or burnout of flowers in strong sunlight. This rose has a harmonious, lush bloom and pleasant aroma. It is not only suitable for planting in pedestrian areas, but also grows without problems in containers (pots, tubs, etc.). It is one of the strongest and finest varieties. In terms of flowering, growth and health, it is the ideal rose for urban landscaping. Bush height 50 cm, width 70 cm, double flowers, 3-5 cm in diameter.
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Centro-Rose | Mirato |
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Shneekonigin (Schneekönigin), 1992
This rose is best suited for medium to large plantations in combination with herbaceous perennials. It is ideal for outdoor use. Very lush blooms and arched shoots guarantee good ground coverage. Semi-double, bright white flowers with a yellow center and good aroma. First of all, Schneekenigin makes an impression with an extensive planting in green street plantings. The height of the bush is 60 cm, flowers with a diameter of 4 cm.
Sweet Hayes (SweetHaze), 2003
The variety is characterized by incredibly abundant flowering and good growth qualities. Pink flowers cover the whole plant, and the play of shades between young and older flowers is very attractive. Even crumbling petals perfectly decorate the soil around the bush. The contrast between the delicate color of the petals and the dark stamens is a special decoration. A very pleasant rosehip aroma hovers over the Sweet Hayes plantings. Plants of this variety are distinguished by completely healthy leaves, as well as good ground cover properties. Ideal for landscaping large areas or for planting ornamental plants in combination with blue-flowering herbaceous perennials or ground cover plants with silvery foliage. Landing Sweet Hayesrecommended for representative places where you need to show something special, where plant lunge is unacceptable. This rose should be planted in front of portals of beautiful buildings or in central, well-visible places. Bush height 70 cm, width 80, flowers are simple, 3-5 cm in diameter.
White Hayes (WhiteHaze)
Plants of this variety show the character of spray roses in the second year after planting in a permanent place. Radiant white flowers, very large for this group, glow unusually and, depending on the weather, may have red stripes on the outer petals. The flowers show gorgeous yellow stamens and are reminiscent of cistus flowers from the Mediterranean regions. The special power of light emission is accentuated by the dark green, highly shiny leaves, similar to those of holly leaves. Plants of the White Hayes varietylook great in a bed with herbaceous perennials or as taller plants in low-shrub varieties, for example, in the Satina varieties. The height of the bush is 60-120 cm, the flowers are simple, 6-7 cm in diameter, the aroma is good.
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Schneekönigin | SweetHaze |
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WhiteHaze | |
Next, we will focus on two varieties of rugosa rose, which combine excellent stability and naturalness. These varieties are particularly suitable for planting in areas with dry sandy soil and high salt content and can be used for landscaping streets and anchoring slopes. These roses give root suckers and completely cover the planting area within three years. They have wonderful fruits (rose hips) and a pleasant aroma of flowers. Regular pruning is recommended for good coverage and lush flowering.
Rose rugosa Foxy (RosarugosaFoxi)
Flowers Foxy appear early and in large numbers. In autumn, the fruits are very beautiful. But before their time comes, rose Foxy manages to please with a violet-pink color of flowers and an intense aroma. Bush height: 60 cm, semi-double flowers, 6 cm in diameter.
Rose rugoza Schnee-Oile = Snowy Owl (RosarugosaSchnee-Eule)
The name of the variety speaks for itself - absolutely white flowers with a loose addition, like snow-white feathers. Added to this is the wonderful scent of wild roses. Bush height: 70 cm, semi-double flowers, 6-7 cm in diameter.
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Foxi | Schnee-Eule |
Gardening company "Podvorie" carries out wholesale and retail trade of rose seedlings for urban landscaping with open and closed root systems, as well as flowering roses in containers. We bring to your attention a large selection of roses according to the habit of the bush, according to the color scheme and the shape of the flowers. The assortment includes about 60 varieties of landscape roses, which have successfully passed numerous tests in harsh conditions and have been decorating the streets and squares of many Russian cities for several years.
