The path from the cutting to the incomparable berry
Badan is considered one of the most amazing plants in Siberia. Medicinal nature, decorative properties, as well as unsurpassed vitality make the culture a leader among other varieties. It is not for nothing that it is sometimes called "thick-leaved saxifrage." It grows in different types of soil, including rocky areas. Able to withstand avalanches and low temperatures. To have this luxury in your garden is real wealth.
A unique feature of bergenia is that it does not allow weeds and grass to grow. Therefore, these flowers are planted with huge vacant lots or open areas.
Breeding by cuttings
Turning a nondescript flower bed into a stunning hotbed, densely planted with amazing plants, does not require special skill. It is only important to find a suitable place for transplantation. The procedure is best done in early spring. As soon as the snow comes off the ground, they immediately take the pruner into the front garden. They choose a beautiful specimen and uproot it. There are several features of this process:
- the stem is cut off to the basal neck;
- remove young shoots, because they will interfere with the full development of culture;
- only three leaves are left, since the plant is very weakened and can hurt for a long time after transplantation;
- The stalk is placed in water for 1-1.5 weeks so that they soften, swell and start healthy shoots.
The remaining roots do not have to be thrown away. They are washed, dried and a delicious healthy tea is prepared. The received raw materials are stored for 4 years.
During this time, it is necessary to prepare site for badan... The flower takes root amazingly in open and sunny areas. In parallel with this, he loves shady areas. If you regularly apply fertilizer to the ground, then thick-leaved saxifrage grows by tens of meters. Therefore, some growers advise to control its reproduction by dividing the rhizomes. The peculiarity of the variety is that in one place it can live up to 100 years.
You can also breed a crop using seeds. However, this is a very lengthy and laborious process. It is necessary to catch the moment when the flowers are fully ripe, and then collect the seeds and sow them. A lot of planting material is taken from sprouted seedlings.
Cosmetic care
In the spring, it is advisable to view the bushes. Each year, the plant throws out up to 4 large leaves. In this case, the lower part of the bush dries up. During the winter period, the foliage becomes burgundy, as it undergoes a full course of natural fermentation. As a result, the tannin content increases several times. Now even black tea is taking second place in the concentration of this substance.
Badan near trees looks very original. Several rows of plants are planted around the trunk. Since bergenia blooms in late April or early May, it will be amazingly combined with the young foliage of the tree. This design solution looks more like a luxurious ring on a finger than a garden. So, you can freely experiment with these cultures, because they adapt to any conditions.