Competent planting of a bean in a country house
Creating a cozy corner among green spaces is an important and exciting experience. And planting a bean, a spectacular shrub, is the solution to the problem. Culture was brought to the territory of Russia in the 19th century. At first, she successfully took root in the Caucasus and Crimea. And today it is grown almost throughout the country. What does a legume look like from the outside? How does he fascinate modern gardeners?
Bright garden decoration
Biologists distinguish between three main types:
- Alpine (the plant reaches 12 m in height, drooping brushes about 45 cm, is frost-resistant);
- Anagirolytic (grows naturally on rocky soil, maximum height up to 6 m);
- Vaterer (hybrid bred by breeders for southern latitudes).
In April, trifoliate foliage blooms on bean. The front side of the plate has a smooth surface and is colored green. And the lower part is covered with light gray villi. A huge number of leaf plates give the shrub a unique look from April to November.
In mid-May or early June, the bean-tree puts on its colorful outfit. First, drooping peduncles are formed on the branches, up to 25-40 cm long. Then, yellow buds bloom, which exude a sweet aroma. All of them are compactly collected in lush brushes. From the outside, they resemble flowing streams. Therefore, the plant is often called "Golden Rain". Countless insects gather around them in search of sweet nectar. Flowering continues for 20-25 days. Even the fallen petals that lie around the bush create a unique beauty in the garden.
After successful pollination, fruits are formed in the form of pods, resembling beans. Inside they contain miniature seeds about 3 mm long. The plant lives for about 20 years with proper care.
Despite its decorative appeal, the culture contains toxic substances. Therefore, all work on caring for it is performed with gloves.
Planting a bean in the garden
Creating a cozy corner for relaxation is not easy. It's not enough just to build gazebo or a bench among lush greenery. It is also important to take into account the aesthetic environment. It is for this purpose that gardeners choose "Golden Rain" by planting several specimens in one area. This turns it into a unique oasis of pleasure. Planting legumes wisely involves a number of simple activities. Let's consider each of them in detail.
Perfect place
Since Golden Rain is a thermophilic crop, it prefers sunny, open areas. In regions where there are severe winters, the shrub is grown in group plantings. Being in such a company, plants tolerate cold more successfully. Single shrubs are planted next to a residential or utility building. As a last resort, the culture is placed near spreading trees.
To thrive comfortably, the bean plant needs an abundance of light. Being in the shade most of the day, it sheds foliage. In addition, the beginning of flowering is delayed, which deprives the culture of decorativeness.The heat-loving plant does not like drafts and sudden changes in temperature.
To ensure that the bean plant receives enough sunlight, the size of the crown of an adult specimen is taken into account before planting.
Seedling selection
The success of the entire event directly depends on the original planting material.
In search of a suitable option, you should pay attention to such nuances:
- the ideal seedling should be no higher than 100 cm;
- the diameter of the root neck is about 3 cm;
- closed buds on plant shoots;
- root system in an earthen coma or tub.
In addition, it is important to clarify with the seller which country supplies the bean seedlings. For example, Holland offers culture for southern latitudes. And cold-resistant varieties come from Germany.
Overgrown bushes have difficulty adapting to the new territory.
The key to successful development is a suitable soil
Legume shrubs do not take root well on soil with a high content of organic matter. They prefer poor, loose soil. It must ideally pass moisture and oxygen. The plant does not tolerate soil with high acidity.
At home, you can check the type of soil using litmus paper. To do this, a handful of earth is diluted with water and the "indicator" is lowered there.
Practice shows that stagnant moisture often leads to rotting of the root system. As a result, the shrub begins to hurt. If you do not take action, he will face inevitable death, which means the loss of a cozy place to rest.
Landing technology
First of all, on the selected site, places are marked for bean shrubs. Then they begin to prepare the funnels. Their diameter directly depends on the earthen coma, which protects the root system of the seedling. Usually the funnel is made about 10-15 cm larger. It is much more convenient to plant a crop this way.
At the bottom of the planting pit, a drainage layer of broken brick, pebbles or expanded clay is placed. Its height should be at least 5 cm. From above, crush with garden lime to neutralize the soil. Then a little earth is poured, after which a seedling is placed in the center of the funnel.
A wooden pole is installed in the resulting space. It will serve as a reliable support for the bean during its intensive growth. The remaining voids are filled with soil and compacted. The planted plant is watered with water at "summer" temperature.
The near-trunk area is mulched with:
- dry moss;
- pine bark;
- sawdust;
- dry grass.
This coating will help retain moisture over time. As a result, the plant will quickly adapt to new conditions.
Caring care
To make the Golden Rain beanberry pleasing to the eye all season, it is provided with competent care. It includes a number of activities that stimulate the development of decorative culture.
Moistening and loosening the soil
The first month after planting, a young seedling is watered once every 14 days. Then it is moistened once a month. At the same time, they make sure that the water does not stagnate in the root zone. Thanks to this, it will take root faster. Adult shrubs are periodically watered if there is a prolonged drought.
Periodically, the space near the trunk is carefully weeded so that the root system receives sufficient oxygen.
The procedure is performed very carefully, since the root system is located close to the surface. Weeding is carried out the next day after watering, when the soil has not yet lost all moisture.
Pruning
As a rule, the shrub does not need crown formation. However, to preserve decorativeness, the bean is periodically pruned. Usually remove inflorescences that wilted after flowering. Thanks to this, the culture directs its forces to the formation of seeds, green mass and the establishment of new flowering buds. In early spring, cut dry or frozen shoots.
Preparing for winter
In cold climates, the bean plants need additional shelter.It is made from burlap or special insulation. Not the least role is played by mulching near-stem zone of the bush. It will protect the root system from severe frosts and sudden changes in temperature.
During heavy snowfalls, the tender branches of the bush sometimes do not withstand the formed "caps" and break. To save them, gardeners periodically shake off snow from the shoots of the plant.
Hybrid bean varieties are grown in pots in cool areas. Therefore, they are brought indoors for the winter.
Careful consideration of the correct planting of the legume prompts you to get down to business. A chic ornamental shrub touches the heart with its flowering for more than 3 weeks. The main thing is to choose a specimen suitable for your zone and plant, following simple instructions. Then a unique oasis of pleasure called “Golden Rain” will appear on the territory of the garden.