Only the madman will not agree that hydrangeas are beautiful. Unfortunately, almost every Pole currently has them in the gardenand thus ceased to be considered unique and intriguing.
Perhaps you are looking for another interesting decorative plant that will delight you with your beauty until autumn? If this is the case, we have good news for you. You can change among species that are easy to grow and at the same time look great.
One of the best alternatives to hydrangea is a garden hibiscus, which will also be great as a hedge plant Due to its size, reaching up to 2-3 meters high.
Asian species It will conquer your heart with magnificent colorful flowers in shades: white, pink or blue, which you will be able to enjoy your eyes from June to the end of October. Hibiscus is resistant, which is why it tolerates minor care negligence, e.g. drought if you forget to water it.
This decorative shrub requires a sunny and shielded position from the wind, a Its soil should be slightly moist (not wet)preferably humus, permeable and fertile with a slightly acidic reaction.
Are you impatient? If you want to enjoy flowers as soon as possible, You can focus on the cultivation of forsycja. This decorative shrub is resistant to frosts and blooms in March, being one of the symbols of spring.
Forsycja has interesting, bright yellow flowersbut for abundant flowering it needs the right position. It should be protected from the wind and sunny. She will also manage in partial shade, but it will not be so impressive. He feels best in a moist, light soil with a reaction similar to neutral (6.8 – 7.7 pH).
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Do you want to have a fragrant shrub in the garden? In that case, one of the best options for you will definitely be a common lilac. This plant with purple flowers (and also white) is distinguished by a characteristic, strong sweet smellwhich is his hallmark.
Another advantage of this decorative plant is the ease of cultivation and care. Lilak is not fussy. It is enough to provide him with a sunny, shielded position from the wind and do not forget to cut it after flowering. Prefers fertile, permeable land. Before planting, it is worth enriching it with compost.
