Blooming clematis in any garden attracts the admiring glances of others. The popular garden vine is famous for its huge variety of colors. These qualities have made clematis a very popular flower for many gardeners. A bright waterfall of a flowering plant gives its beauty for a long time. The bushes bloom in early summer and can delight the eye until early autumn.
Among the many varieties of the popular flower, it is worth highlighting one very bright and original variety Comtesse de Boucher. We will talk about the characteristics of this variety in our article.
Clematis de Boucher
For a long time clematis decorate the English gardens... Curly blooming liana has always been a rare flower, mainly in private gardens. Our people call clematis differently - clematis, grandfather's curls, willow, warthog. It is very pleasant that such a magnificent flower can grow in the climatic conditions of Russia.
Currently, it is a very popular plant for many summer residents and owners of private houses. A climbing shrub with large flowers can wrap around the walls of a house or veranda, give the entire garden or recreation area a special charm.
For lovers of pink flowers, the popular and original variety Countess de Bouchot is perfect. The large-flowered variety has bright pink petals. Was withdrawn over 100 years ago as a result of interspecific crossing by the famous breeder F. Morel. Despite the fact that more than a century has passed, the variety continues to be popular. Thousands of copies of the Comtesse de Bouchot variety are bought annually by lovers of clematis.
Variety characteristics
Clematis Countess de Bouchaud is considered the most optimal variety for beginner gardeners, since it is undemanding to care for, resistant to diseases and not afraid of low temperatures.
Height - 2.5-3 meters- Flowers diameter 10-15 cm
- Color - deep purple pink with prominent purple streaks
- Flowering period - plentiful and long (June-September)
- Pruning - group 3 (strong)
- Winter hardiness zone - 4 (-35aboutFROM)
Clematis of the Comtesse de Bouchot variety belongs to a healthy and abundantly flowering plant species. Its bright and beautiful medium-sized flowers delight the eye from June to September. The variety is notable for its slow growth, but during the flowering period it decorates the landscape with its flowers for a long time. The re-blooming liana always takes its rightful place in any garden. It was often used in landscaping gardens. Flowers have 6 sepals with wavy edges and light yellow anthers. The tips of the petals of the flower curl down unusually, and this gives the flowers roundness. Almost all clematis differ in that their flowers are arranged in triplets and most of all in the upper part of the bush.
Features of de Boucher
Viable and resistant variety, grows well in containers. It has an exquisite look, it is often planted near small conifers. The variety grows easily in fertilized, fertile and moderately moist soil. Almost all clematis love well-lit places, but the Countess de Boucher variety is distinguished by its preference for partial shade. This feature makes it possible to keep bright flowers almost until the end of the flowering of the plant.
The variety blooms on the shoots of the first year and this makes it possible to carry out easy pruning.Experts recommend, after the end of winter, cut off all the stems of the bush and leave everything 1-2 pairs of buds from the ground.
Since the plant can reach a height of 3 meters, it is best to plant it near a support. Clematis look most impressive and beautiful when they grow on landscape elements:
- pergolas;
- arches;
- fences;
- gazebos.
By its structure, the clematis variety resembles grapes, so it is imperative to provide free space for it. After planting, the plant will develop and crawl. It remains only to guide its shoots, to provide proper care.
Variety not fast growing, but lives for a long time. For 18-20 years, the plant will give its beauty to others. With its voluminous flowers, clematis will look elegant and fresh throughout the flowering period. The leaves on the blooming liana remain green until the end of flowering.
Planting and leaving
The clematis de Boucher variety has many advantages, for which it is appreciated by many gardeners. It takes root well in areas on either side of the world. Before you start planting clematis, you need to check its roots. If they are dry, then they need to be kept in water for several hours. Add to the soil for planting the plant humus, sand and peat in equal parts. A 1 liter can of wood ash and 100 g of complex fertilizer are also added to the soil mixture. The prepared composition of the soil mixture is always selected taking into account the acidity of the soil and its structure.
The flower needs moderate medium watering, if there is too much moisture, it can die. Rainwater from roofs should not be allowed to fall on the plant. When planting, it is advisable to apply a thick layer of mulch around the root system. In an open place, mulch will serve as protection against freezing in severe frosts.
Experts recommend pruning every second or third year using a third type of pruning. The bush must be cut close to the ground about 15-40 cm, above the second or third pair of kidneys. This type of pruning makes it possible for clematis to recover and give strength for further development and flowering.
Due to its medium texture, clematis de Bouchaud always fits perfectly into landscape design. With it, you can create beautiful compositions in the garden. Experts believe that such a variety always brightens up sharp forms, creates an accent. De Busho is used not only on its own site, it can be planted on balconies, loggias, in public gardens. The most convenient way to use the flower is to buy it in containers. Growing, clematis perfectly covers various fences, improving and ennobling their appearance.
