- beautiful perennial flowers with variety, the bushes of which can transform any area. There are two main ways to reproduce them: using seeds and vegetative. The first method is most often used by breeders when they want to breed new variety by crossing existing ones. Vegetation methods are used when they want, on the contrary, to preserve the characteristics of the variety. In addition, this method is quite simple, and even a novice florist can cope with it.

Reproduction by cuttings is most often used for phlox. How to cut phlox?

How to propagate phlox with stem cuttings?

The optimal time for this is late spring - early summer, while the shoots have not yet had time to stiffen. In order to prevent the leaves from withering, the entire process of grafting should be carried out at one time, avoiding even the slightest interruptions.

The first thing to do is to prepare cuttings directly. To do this, the shoot with already sufficiently developed leaves must be divided into parts so that there are two nodes on each segment. The slices should be positioned like this: the lower one is directly below the lower knot, and the upper one at a distance of about 5 mm from the upper knot. The lower leaves should be cut off completely, the upper ones should be cut in half.

Prepare the soil before planting ready-made cuttings for rooting. To do this, mix in equal parts the soil from the garden, humus and sand and lay it on the ground with a layer of at least 10 cm. About 2 cm from above we pour a layer of wet sand. Next, we plant the prepared sections of the stem. We stick them into the sand layer, making sure that the lower end does not touch the soil. The distance between the cuttings should be 5-6 cm. They should be arranged in the form of transverse beds, at a distance of 8-10 cm from each other.

After planting, the cuttings should be slightly shaded or covered with a film stretched over the frame. You need to water the garden twice a day. warm water... After a couple of weeks, when the stems sprout roots, and green young shoots appear on top, the shading or film must be removed.

In July-August, rooted and well-grown cuttings will need to be planted on another site. You need to prepare it in the same way, and then plant the young plants so that the distance between them is at least 20 cm. At this place they should be left for the winter, and with the onset of spring, transplanted to a permanent place.

Cutting phlox in summer with leafy cuttings

This method is used in July-August. For reproduction from the middle of a well-developed stem, a shield with an axillary bud and a leaf is cut off, its length should be 8-10 mm. A similar effect can be achieved if you divide the stem shoot, 2 cm long, into two parts.

Prepared shields are planted in boxes. The soil in them should be the same as for stem cuttings with an obligatory layer of sand on top. They should be planted so that the kidney extends about 1 cm deep, and the flap is located vertically. If the leaf on the handle is too large, it should be cut off by a third.

After planting, leaf cuttings should be watered with warm water from a sprayer and covered with glass. The boxes should be placed in a warm room at a temperature of 25-28 ° C and the sand layer should not be allowed to dry out. After 2-3 weeks, the first roots are formed, and by autumn it grows young plant with one stem. In the spring, they can already be planted on the ground.

Perennial phlox, propagation by root cuttings

This method is more laborious than the previous ones, therefore it is not very popular and is used when it is necessary to get rid of pests, for example, root nematodes. Old thick roots are used as cuttings, which are divided into pieces.

The name "phlox" (Phlox) is translated from Greek as "flame", this fiery red flower got it thanks to the Swedish biologist and physician Karl Linnaeus.

Phloxes - natives of North America - belong to the Polemoniaceae family and unite about 50 decorative species perennial and only one annual (Drummond phlox).

Beautiful but unpretentious

Along with peonies, spray types of phlox(in particular, paniculata phlox) remain the most popular ground perennials in garden culture... Not only because of its long flowering, its beauty and aroma, but also because of its resistance to frost, ease of growing and exceptional unpretentiousness.

True, planting phlox in areas not protected from cold winds, as well as leaving them without a reliable snow cover in winter, is not recommended. Semi-shaded places, in loose loamy soil of which moisture retains well, is a great option for phlox. This does not mean that these flowers are afraid of the sun: in brightly lit areas they bloom more luxuriantly, are less susceptible to diseases, but they somewhat shorten the flowering period and may fade slightly.

The height of phlox bushes can range from 30-180 cm, and the stems of low-growing creeping species reach a length of 5 to 25 cm. Their flowering time is also varied.

All this allows gardeners to create whole phlox compositions on their plots that can delight with their beauty and aroma from spring to autumn: in May, ahead of all other varieties, awl-shaped and spread-out phlox begin to bloom, a little later, in June, Drummond phlox join them; from July, paniculata and spotted phlox will add colors to the flower garden.

The main thing is that along with the right choice of place and soil, its preparation, top dressing, regular loosening and hilling, this is the right phlox transplant and their reproduction.

Vegetative breeding method

This is the most common and varied method. It includes the division of the bush, propagation by growth shoots, stem, leaf and root cuttings and enables gardeners to preserve varietal differences in flowers.

When dividing a bush, which is usually done in spring, summer in cloudy weather, or early autumn before the onset of the first frost, it is dug out of the soil, freed from clods of earth and carefully unweaved the roots. Then the bush is carefully - with a knife or hands - divided into parts, leaving 5-6 in each root suckers and 3-4 growth buds.

The simplest of these methods is reproduction. stem cuttings... It should be held in May-June. Young shoots are cut from the bush and divided into parts with 2 pairs of leaves. In this case, the lower cut should be under the lower leaves (they are removed), and the upper one - 1 cm above the upper ones (half cut).

The cuttings are placed in moist soil, which is a mixture of leaf humus, sand and earth from the garden in an equal ratio 10 cm thick, while the prepared pits are filled with water, and after it is completely absorbed, they are sprinkled with sand (layer 1.5-2 cm). The cuttings are stuck in the sand, which is compacted with the fingers around the stem. Then the cuttings are sprinkled with soil, shaded and covered with jars or film on the frame.

Cuttings are planted in rows at intervals of 8-10 cm, the distance between the cuttings is less: about 5-6 cm. Cuttings should be watered no more than 2-3 times a week until complete rooting and the formation of the first leaves. After that, the shading can be removed.

In July-August, rooted cuttings are transplanted to another site at a distance of 15-20 cm, keeping the soil composition the same. Here phloxes have to overwinter twice, and only in the third year can they be transplanted to their "permanent residence".

If you decide to use this cuttings method in July-September, you will need a cold greenhouse in which to plant the cuttings for rooting. The technology will remain the same, but in this case one cannot do without a growth stimulator: heteroauxin in a ratio of 50-100 mg per liter of water is perfect for this purpose. Bunches of cuttings connected by the lower ends are placed in this solution for 8-12 hours. And added to the solution is crushed charcoal will allow you to prepare a paste in which it is useful to dip the lower ends of the cuttings.

Seed reproduction of phlox

It is used primarily in breeding or if the goal is not to preserve the variety with its basic qualities. Brown bolls and withering leaves are the signal to collect seeds. The stems need to be cut, tied in bunches and hung on outdoors in the shadow. You can also collect the pods in a paper bag, where they dry and "give away" the seeds.

It is better to clean the capsules before sowing or store the cleaned seeds in a cool room, mixing them with sand. It is better to sow in November or even in winter, removing snow from the garden and then covering it with sifted earth or sand, and from above with snow. The closer the sowing is to spring, the lower the percentage of seed germination.

And further…

It is generally accepted that phlox should be transplanted every 4-6 years. However, if the flowers are fully provided with nutrients and are properly cared for, phloxes can stay in one place for up to 10 years, delighting those around them with their beauty and aroma.

There are several ways to reproduce phlox: stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, spring shoots, rhizomes and seeds.

For many plants, cuttings are the most acceptable propagation method. Simplicity, good survival rate and germination, preservation of maternal traits are the undoubted advantages of this technique. When breeding phlox, it is actively used, and cuttings can be obtained from different parts plants. From early spring to late autumn, amateur flower growers receive viable seedlings using different methods cuttings.

Vegetative reproduction of phlox

Reproduction of phlox by cuttings can be carried out in spring, summer or autumn. Depending on the time of year and the stage of development of the plant, one or another method is chosen. With any method of breeding, the general principles planting the resulting material in the ground and primary care during the development of the root system. For good germination, it is recommended to observe the following rules:

• The cut parts of the plant must be immediately placed in the prepared soil. They should not be kept outdoors, but should be planted immediately after cutting.
• The optimal composition of the soil is prepared in advance. It is best to plant in a soil mixture consisting of fertile garden land, leaf humus and purified river sand(in equal parts). It is allowed to replace the garden land with turf; instead of humus, weathered peat can be used. Such soil can be used when planting directly on garden plot and in greenhouse conditions. Its thickness should be at least 10 cm. An additional layer of sand (2 cm) should be poured on top, which will protect the soil from drying out.
• When planting in an open area, you should choose an area with sufficient lighting; during the day, the plant needs protection from direct sun rays... At first, it is better to close the beds completely by building a greenhouse.
• The optimal distance between the beds is about 10 cm, between seedlings - at least 5 cm.
• It is recommended to use a dive peg when landing. With its help, the maximum adhesion of the soil is ensured.
• Immediately after planting, the beds are shaded and the first week is watered with warm water 5 times a day. Then the watering regime is reduced. Until the emergence of shoots and the development of the root system (this usually takes 3-4 weeks), the seedlings are left in a greenhouse and watered as needed.
• The plants are then transferred to the nursery school. In the school they are planted more freely: the distance between the beds is up to 20 cm, between the seedlings - 10-15 cm. The composition of the soil does not change, but it is no longer sprinkled with sand on top. Standard care: watering as needed, weeding, top dressing.

These are the general principles of phlox propagation by cuttings. Seedlings are sent to the school as after open landing and after greenhouse cultivation... There she can remain for the second year, and after the bushes are fully formed and stronger, they are transferred to a permanent place.

Advice. For better rooting, stimulants can be used. These can be ready-made solutions of growth stimulants, growth powder or growth paste. There is evidence of the successful use of aloe juice as a stimulant. Chopped stems are dipped in clean fresh juice (without dilution) before planting.

Cutting methods

There are several ways to cut phlox. Moreover, each method gives nice results: the survival rate of this plant is quite high. The choice of method depends on the season.

Stem cuttings

This breeding option is used from late May to mid-July. The survival rate of the planting material obtained at this time is almost 100%. Please note: stems cut before the budding period, at the stage of active growth of young stems, will take root best. An additional advantage will be their flowering by the end of summer. Planting material can be planted in open ground, a glazed veranda or a cold greenhouse. Material is obtained from young shoots, which are carefully cut off. The stem is divided into several parts so that there are two internodes on each segment. The lower cut should be located under the lower internode. All leaves are carefully removed from it, and the axillary buds are preserved. The upper cut should be 0.5 cm above the second internode. Top leaves cut in half. After that, the resulting planting material is immediately placed in the ground.

In August - September, you can also use this technique. Only not the entire stem is used as seedlings, but only that part that has not yet become lignified. At the same time, it is better to plant the phlox cuttings obtained at this time in a greenhouse. There they are left to winter, and in the spring they are transplanted into open ground in a school for growing. You can even get planting material from a donated bouquet. For cutting, the upper non-lignified part with two internodes is used. If the bushes are transferred to the greenhouse in the fall, then there is a chance to get planting material even in March. To begin with, the bush is transferred to a warm room in February and provided with standard care. Within a month, young stems will appear, which can be used for grafting.

Side shoots

Lateral shoots of phlox appear in August - September. It is quite easy to cut them off: they just break off along with the "heel". Such shoots have only 1 - 2 internodes, so you do not need to cut them. They are simply placed entirely in the soil. The first time (before rooting) seedlings need standard care. For the winter, mulching is used in cold greenhouses: young shoots are covered with a layer of dry foliage (up to 10 cm). After wintering, the mulch should be removed, the young shoots should be gradually hardened and transplanted into open ground in May.

Growth shoots

This breeding method is rarely used. In April, phloxes begin to grow rapidly. If the bush needs thinning, then you can propagate the flower with the cuttings obtained. The procedure is standard: the growth shoots are neatly broken off with a "heel" and planted in the usual way. Thus, two tasks are solved at once: a strongly thickened bush is thinned out, removing about 50% of growth shoots, and high-quality planting material is obtained. It is placed immediately on open beds... By the end of summer (at proper care) a young plant usually blooms.

This method is used in the middle of summer, when the leaves are fully developed. The technique is pretty simple:

• a shield 1 cm long, together with an axillary bud and a leaf, is carefully cut off with a sharp knife (you can use a blade);
• it is placed in a box with fertile soil and sprinkled with sand;
• the flap is placed vertically, and the axillary kidney is buried no more than 1.5 cm;
• instead of watering, the leaf is gently sprayed with warm water;
• the boxes are covered with glass and kept at a temperature of 25 - 28 0;
• the greenhouse is opened by autumn, when the seedlings take root and young shoots appear;
• for the winter, the box is transferred to a cold greenhouse, and in the spring the seedlings are transplanted to the school.

The survival rate with this reproduction method reaches 80%.

Root cuttings

The breeding procedure is carried out in the fall. The bush is dug up, and non-lignified long thick roots are carefully separated from the main rhizome. They are cut into pieces up to 5 cm long. A standard soil mixture for the cultivation of these flowers is poured into the seedling box in advance. The cut roots are stacked obliquely with the thick end up. Then they are sprinkled with earth, and on top - with sand (layer up to 4 cm). The boxes are placed in a cold dark greenhouse and kept at a temperature of + 2-3 0 throughout the winter, not forgetting to constantly moisten the soil.

Towards the end of winter, the box is transferred to a warm greenhouse, gradually increasing the temperature. In March, after the emergence of young growth, it must be taught to light. After the onset of warmth, the seedlings are transferred to the school for growing. If such a method of breeding phlox is planned, then the division of the bush can be carried out in early spring before the period of active growth. Then you do not need to worry about storing the cut roots, they are immediately placed in the ground or germinated in a greenhouse. To do this, first, the boxes are kept in a dark place at a temperature of 10-15 0 for about two weeks. Then they are transferred to a warmer place and wait for the appearance of young shoots.

A variety of vegetative propagation techniques allows growers to choose the most suitable one. From early spring to late autumn, you can apply different ways cuttings for breeding.

Phlox are herbaceous crops belonging to the cyanide family. The genus of the plant consists of 85 species and over 400 varieties of bright flowers.

Translated into Russian, phlox means "flame". The plant received such an unusual name due to the fact that the first wild-growing species of phlox had a bright red hue.

General information

The homeland of culture is considered to be North America, characterized by its harsh climate, thanks to which phloxes have become tenacious and unpretentious. Almost all plant varieties are perennials. However, there are annuals and dwarf shrubs among them.

Phloxes have a lush, compact and bushy shape, and thanks to their abundant and long flowering, they have become the favorites of many flower growers and adorn most garden plots.

Phlox varieties with photos and names

- early flowering, light-loving variety of culture with lush and abundant flowering... Phlox bushes are not tall, lush with dense branching. The leaf plates are dark green, narrow, subulate. The inflorescences are large, different shades... The flowering time of the culture falls in May and lasts until the end of June.

- is a bright and beautiful shrub plant that blooms from June until the first frost. Phlox inflorescences have a variety of shades - from purple to yellow. The plant is divided into two varieties and is star-shaped and large-flowered.

- the flowering time of the plant occurs in the middle of summer. This variety of phlox is used by breeders to develop new varieties. The bush of paniculate phlox is compact, with dense foliage and large, bright inflorescences various shades.

- this culture is of medium size and reaches a height of up to 40 centimeters. Phlox bushes have woody stems and dense, dark green foliage. The flowering time of the culture falls in the spring. Phlox inflorescences are blue or lilac. After flowering, no seeds are formed.

- this variety is compact and up to 80 centimeters high. The leaf plates are long, dark green with pointed ends. Inflorescences are medium white with greenish spots towards the center. The petals overlap to form round, dense, globular inflorescences. Phlox blooms in the middle of summer and is resistant to diseases and pests.

The culture reaches a height of 55 centimeters and has green, elliptical leaf plates with a pointed end. Inflorescences are bright pink with red streaks closer to the center of the flower. During blooming, the flowers form dense balls with a pleasant aroma and extraordinary decorative effect. The flowering time of the culture lasts from July to October.

- the phlox bush reaches a height of 75 centimeters. The leaf plates are green, with a slight burgundy tint. Inflorescences are large, pale pink with a bright center and curly edges. The flowering time of the culture lasts from June to September.

- the bush reaches a height of 50 centimeters and has a diameter of up to 4 centimeters. Stems are compact, not high branched. The leaves are dark green, lanceolate. Inflorescences are hemispherical, scarlet with a pleasant aroma. Phlox blooms from July to September.

- an upright bush, distinguished by its compactness. It reaches a height of up to 90 centimeters. Leaves are dense, dark green, pointed. Inflorescences are spherical, large, dense, light pink with grayish-white strokes in the middle. The culture blooms from July to September.

- this variety of phlox is considered one of the most exotic. It was withdrawn in 2016. The bush is compact and reaches a height of 90 centimeters. The leaf plates are dark green, elliptical with a pointed end. Inflorescences are spherical, lush yellow-green. Since the buds do not bloom completely, it seems that the phlox is terry. Flowering time lasts from mid-summer to early autumn.

This variety is medium in size and has aromatic bluish-lilac buds. In height phlox reaches up to 90 centimeters, and in width up to 60 centimeters. The leaf plates are dark green, elliptical in shape with a pointed end. The flowering time of the culture falls in July and lasts until the end of August.

- this variety is distinguished by winter hardiness and resistance to many ailments. It reaches a height of 90 centimeters and has lignified branches. The inflorescences are rounded-conical of a violet shade with a bright purple star-shaped center. Phlox blooms from July to August.

- A compact bush with strong, lignified branches. The leaf plates are dark green, elliptical with a pointed end. Inflorescences are round-conical, dense. Salmon-colored flowers with a white center and a purple center. The flowering time is in July and lasts until August.

- quite a capricious variety. The height of the bush is up to 80 centimeters, and the width is up to 60 centimeters. Leaves are green, long with a sharp end. The inflorescences are large, spherical, with a white-pink strip. The flowering period lasts from July to August.

- the bush reaches a height of 70 centimeters, has strong stems with dense foliage. Lilac inflorescences with diamond-shaped petals. They are distinguished by a hemispherical shape, density and pleasant aroma. The flowering time lasts from June to August.

it perennial reaches a height of 80 centimeters and has lignified, densely leafy branches. Inflorescences are spherical, velvety, dark purple in color with a persistent, sweet, pleasant aroma. Flowering time from July to August.

- herbaceous perennial, characterized by compactness, strength and dense foliage. The bush reaches a height of 80 centimeters. The leaf plates are long, dark green with a sharp end. Inflorescences are globular white-violet shade with a raspberry center and a pleasant aroma. The culture blooms from July to August.

- is a tall, durable, compact perennial with purple shoots and dark green leafy plates with a purple tint. The bush reaches a height of 80 centimeters. Inflorescences are spherical, bright crimson, star-shaped and pleasant aroma. The variety blooms from mid-July to late August.

- the culture is distinguished by its unpretentiousness, frost resistance and abundant flowering. The plant reaches a height of 70 centimeters and has a dense, dark green foliage. Inflorescences are burgundy with light lighter strokes. The flowering time lasts from July to August.

- the plant reaches a height of up to 100 centimeters, has strong, lignified shoots and dense, dark green foliage. Inflorescences are large, spherical, dense, strawberry shade with a light center. The flowering time of the culture lasts from July to September.

- the variety is winter-hardy and reaches a height of up to 50 centimeters. The leaf plates are dark green, elliptical with a pointed edge. Inflorescences are hemispherical, white with crimson stripes on leaf plates and a pleasant aroma. The flowering time lasts from July to September.

Phlox planting and care in the open field

In order for phlox to grow normally, develop and bloom magnificently, they should be planted in a well-lit garden bed. In addition, it must be protected from drafts and wind, since the plants are quite thermophilic.

If the selected variety prefers shade, then plant it under shrubs or trees. Light-loving varieties must be planted in the sunny part of the garden, since a lack of light will lead to the appearance of small and rare buds and their paleness.

You can not plant phlox in the lowlands and in areas with a close occurrence. groundwater... It is best if the bed is located on a hill.

The soil for planting plants should be nutritious and loose. Preference should be given to slightly acidic or neutral loams. Plants will feel perfect in them.

More often, cuttings are used for planting phlox, which are planted in the garden in late April - early May. Also, some gardeners root them in September, in this case, young plants will bloom next spring. When choosing autumn planting no need to wait for the frost to begin. It is very important to plant phlox so that they have time to take root before the first cold snap. If these conditions are not met, the flowers will simply freeze out.

There are also gardeners who plant phlox in the summer. However, it should be borne in mind that such a method is very problematic and laborious, since it will be necessary to constantly monitor the seedlings and prevent the soil from drying out.

When planting phlox on a garden bed in spring, you need to adhere to the following rules. The cuttings should be planted in a prepared area, keeping a distance of 30 centimeters between the bushes. However, if the varieties are tall, then they must be planted at a distance of 60 centimeters from each other, since they will need a lot of space when growing.

Immediately after planting, young phlox should be well watered. Watering should also be plentiful for the first couple of weeks to allow the plants to take root and grow faster.

Watering phlox

Phloxes are very fond of moisture, so they should be watered regularly. However, it is worth considering that waterlogging can negatively affect plants and lead to their death. The soil in the phlox bed should be constantly moist. If there is a lack of moisture, the flowers will slow down growth and may stop blooming.

When watering, it is very important to apply water exactly at the root, without getting on the leaves and stems. In extreme heat, the crop should be watered in the morning and evening. Once a week, after watering, the soil must be loosened and weeds removed.

Soil for phlox

As mentioned above, the soil for phlox should be loose and nutritious. It is best if it is slightly acidic or neutral loamy soil. When the soil becomes acidic, it should be calcified.

The plant bed is usually prepared a year before planting. To do this, the earth is carefully dug up by adding manure, wood ash and compost to it. If the soil is dense and clayey, then to give it lightness, peat should be added to it. If the soil is too loose, you need to add sod and compost to it.

Phlox transplant

Before carrying out a transplant, you should prepare the bed in advance, dig it up and bring it into garden soil necessary components. Then you should dig out the bush, gently shake off root system from the ground and transfer the phlox to a new planting pit, taking care of the drainage in advance. The bush must be placed vertically, while straightening the roots. Then the hole must be covered with soil, tamped, mulched with peat and watered.

The plant will need about a month to acclimatize. The transplant is best done in the spring, so that the plant not only has time to take root during the summer season, but also better to relocate to acclimatization.

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Fertilizing phlox

Phloxes are very fond of organic and mineral dressing, for this reason, they should be applied 6 times per season from May to September.

• The first feeding consists of organic matter , or rather, manure diluted in water and wood ash... You can also add ammonium nitrate to the solution.
• The second feeding is also carried out with liquid manure. , but with the addition of superphosphate and potassium salt. A month later, organic fertilizers are applied again.
• Autumn phloxes should be fed phosphorus-containing and potassium fertilizers so that the plants overwinter safely.

Blooming phlox

Phlox bloom depends on the variety. Some plants bloom from June to August, and the second from June until the first frost. Inflorescences are usually spherical, hemispherical and spherical. They are distinguished by their density, pleasant aroma and extraordinary decorativeness, for which gardeners love phloxes.

The colors can be completely different - from white to dark purple. In addition, there are bicolor and double crops, as well as phlox, which change their shade depending on the time of day.

Pruning phlox

To rejuvenate the bush and give it the desired shape, it needs to be trimmed from time to time. Before the onset of frost, you should cut off the entire aerial part of the plants, leaving only 5 centimeters of shoots from the ground.

If the gardener wants to get undersized and voluminous bushes of phlox, he needs to pinch the tops of the plants from time to time, starting in May. However, it should be borne in mind that such a molding will postpone the flowering process by a couple of weeks.

Reproduction of phlox by layering

For reproduction by layering, the lower shoots should be bent from the mother bush, pressed to the ground and covered with soil, while leaving the tops on the surface.

When they take root, they can be dug up and transplanted into a permanent growth site.

Phlox reproduction by dividing the bush

Bush division is simple and not time consuming. It can be produced both in spring and early autumn. but spring transplant considered more successful.

This breeding method can only be applied to adult phloxes who have reached the age of five. For reproduction, the bush should be carefully dug out so as not to damage the root system. Then it is necessary to divide it into parts, carefully separating the root collars.

After the end of the procedure, the resulting cuttings can be planted on a permanent place of growth.

Growing phlox from seeds at home

The seed method is the most time consuming, so it is rarely used. Seed material is sown in a container with soil with a mixture based on soil, sand and humus to a depth of 2 centimeters in early autumn.

The container with future plants is left outside, covered with dry leaves for the seeds to pass through natural stratification. In the spring, when it gets warmer outside, the container with seeds must be brought into the room for seed germination.

After the seeds germinate, and young plants have several leaf plates, they can be transplanted into open ground.

Reproduction of phlox by cuttings

For propagation by cuttings, you can use the leaf, stem and root parts of the plant. To propagate the culture using root cuttings, in May, the plant should be dug up, strong areas of the root system should be selected and divided into parts of 5 centimeters. Then they need to be planted in a container with an earth-sand mixture at an angle.

So that they take root faster, they should be regularly moistened and the temperature in the room should be gradually increased, bringing it to 25 degrees. The resulting seedlings can be planted in open ground.

Stem cuttings

To prepare stem cuttings, you should take developed shoots and divide them into parts with two nodes. The top slice should be 3 centimeters higher than the first knot, and the second slice should be below the second knot.

For the cuttings to take root better, they should be placed in a root solution for an hour. The lower leaves must be removed, and a small incision must be made under the lower bud, and then planted in the ground for rooting.

For better germination, cover the container with plastic wrap and store in a warm place to create a greenhouse effect. The rooting procedure can be carried out both in spring and autumn.

Leafy cuttings

Reproduction using leaf cuttings is carried out in early summer. For this purpose, cut off the lower part of the stem with a leaf and a bud.

The resulting cuttings are buried 2 centimeters in the ground and germinated in a greenhouse, providing them with regular moisture and airing.

In the fall, the cuttings will sprout, and next spring they can be planted in open ground.

Diseases and pests

The most common phlox pests are slugs, hookworms, earwigs, and cruciferous fleas.

If the plant is struck by nematodes, then the flower will begin dry shoots and curl inflorescences ... To destroy the insect, you should cut off the affected parts of the crop and lime the soil. With a strong defeat of phlox, in order to prevent its death, it is necessary to completely cut off the bush, and use the root system for propagation by cuttings.

If the culture is attacked by caterpillars and slugs, they must be collected by hand and destroyed. You can also treat phlox with special insecticides to combat these pests.

In addition to pests, the culture is susceptible to diseases such as phomosis, powdery mildew and spotting.

When a plant is damaged by phomosis, yellowing and twisting of sheet plates ... In advanced cases, the foliage turns brown and the stems begin to crack ... To eliminate this ailment, the culture must be treated with a solution of Bordeaux liquid four times, observing the intervals between spraying per week.

A disease such as powdery mildew refers to ailments of fungal etiology and manifests itself white bloom on sheet plates ... To eliminate the disease, the plant can be treated with Bordeaux liquid or Fitoverm. To avoid the occurrence of this ailment, young shoots should be sprayed with a weak solution of manganese in the spring.

With spotting, yellow and brown spots begin to appear on the leaf plates ... To get rid of the disease experienced gardeners it is advised to treat the plant by spraying with a 1% solution of Bordeaux liquid.

Conclusion

As you can see, growing phlox in your garden is a snap.

If you follow all the rules for caring for a crop and choose the right place for planting it, then bright spherical inflorescences will decorate the garden with their decorative effect and fill the air with a pleasant aroma until autumn.