The hunch of Turkestan, otherwise known as the Siberian elm, is becoming an increasingly popular plant, especially among beginner gardeners. Everyone will cope with his cultivation, because it does not require specialized treatments. What are its characteristics? What should be taken care of when cultivating this specimen? You can find answers to these questions in this article.
The hub of Turkestan belongs to the family, from Asia. However, it is more and more willing to grow in Europe as. In its natural environment it can grow up to 30 m, while In home cultivation, it reaches up to 2 in one season.
This plant has an asymmetrical cut and a spreading crown with numerous shoots. Its leaves are characterized by an epileptic shape, as well as serrated edges. From below, we can see Italian on them, and on the whole clearly marked nerves. In autumn they take on a yellow color and fall in the winter.
The occasion blooms in early spring, even before the leaves are developed. Then small flowers appear on it, gathered in tufts. However, his biggest decoration is the mentioned leaves.
Thanks to the rapid growth of the Turkestan, a rapid pace creates a dense, green, high wallwhich protects against pollution, noise, but above all from the eyes of the neighbors, ensuring privacy.
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The hunch of Turkestan does not belong to shrubs with complicated care. However, we must take care of it like every plant. So what is important when growing this specimen?
The most favorable conditions for planting Turkestan elbow prevail in spring and autumn. That’s why It is worth planting it now – in April. Place the cuttings in the hole with a depth of 30-40 cm, retaining 20 cm of distance. We recommend mixing soil with peat or compost, and in the case of clay ground – with sand.
This plant is best planted in a sunny position, although it can also be semi -shaded. In shady places, it grows much less, losing decorative qualities. The substrate should be permeable, light, fertile, with moderate humidity.
Turkestan will withstand short -term drought, however It is worth watering it regularly for proper growth and development. In the summer, during hot weather, let’s hydrate the plant even every day.
This specimen has no special requirements when it comes to fertilization. In spring, however, we can feed young plants multi -component preparations .
Immediately after planting, we cut the Siberian elm to a height of about 15 cm for better density. We also perform a cutting treatment in autumn, and sometimes even in summer. All because the plant is growing very quickly.
