Agricultural technology for growing barberis seeds
Barberry is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Barberry family. Barberry is a valuable ornamental crop that is used to create hedges, borders, as well as for single and group plantings.
Barberry grows in a variety of climate zones, but it grows best in temperate regions.
1. Variety selection
When choosing a barberry variety, the following factors must be taken into account:
- Purpose of cultivation. For cultivation as an ornamental crop, varieties with decorative leaves or flowers are selected.
- Winter hardiness. Some varieties of barberry can tolerate short-term frosts, while others require shelter for the winter.
2. Soil preparation
Barberry is a light-loving and drought-resistant plant, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and well-drained place.
The soil for planting barberry must be fertile and neutral or slightly acidic.
3. Landing
Barberry seedlings are planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
Seedlings are planted in planting holes with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm. A layer of drainage made of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. The seedlings are planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, the seedlings are watered abundantly.
4. Plant care
Barberry is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain a good decorative effect the following measures must be taken:
- Watering. Barberry is a drought-resistant plant, but during the growing season it is necessary to water the plants regularly, especially in hot weather.
- Feeding. During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Trimming. To form the barberry crown, pruning is carried out. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases. Barberry is susceptible to various diseases and pests. To protect plants from pests and diseases, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatments.
5. Diseases and pests
Barberry is susceptible to the following diseases:
- Cercospora
- Powdery mildew
- Scab
Barberry is susceptible to the following pests:
- Aphids
- Barberry aphid
- Barberry spider mite
Additional Tips
- To obtain a more decorative effect, barberry can be grown in the form of a hedge or border.
- To increase the decorative value of barberry, you can plant it next to other ornamental shrubs and trees.
Notes
- To grow barberry in open ground in regions with cold climates, it is necessary to choose frost-resistant varieties.
- To protect barberry from pests and diseases, it is necessary to use insecticides and fungicides.
Barberry grows in a variety of climate zones, but it grows best in temperate regions.
1. Variety selection
When choosing a barberry variety, the following factors must be taken into account:
- Purpose of cultivation. For cultivation as an ornamental crop, varieties with decorative leaves or flowers are selected.
- Winter hardiness. Some varieties of barberry can tolerate short-term frosts, while others require shelter for the winter.
2. Soil preparation
Barberry is a light-loving and drought-resistant plant, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and well-drained place.
The soil for planting barberry must be fertile and neutral or slightly acidic.
3. Landing
Barberry seedlings are planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
Seedlings are planted in planting holes with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm. A layer of drainage made of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. The seedlings are planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, the seedlings are watered abundantly.
4. Plant care
Barberry is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain a good decorative effect the following measures must be taken:
- Watering. Barberry is a drought-resistant plant, but during the growing season it is necessary to water the plants regularly, especially in hot weather.
- Feeding. During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Trimming. To form the barberry crown, pruning is carried out. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases. Barberry is susceptible to various diseases and pests. To protect plants from pests and diseases, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatments.
5. Diseases and pests
Barberry is susceptible to the following diseases:
- Cercospora
- Powdery mildew
- Scab
Barberry is susceptible to the following pests:
- Aphids
- Barberry aphid
- Barberry spider mite
Additional Tips
- To obtain a more decorative effect, barberry can be grown in the form of a hedge or border.
- To increase the decorative value of barberry, you can plant it next to other ornamental shrubs and trees.
Notes
- To grow barberry in open ground in regions with cold climates, it is necessary to choose frost-resistant varieties.
- To protect barberry from pests and diseases, it is necessary to use insecticides and fungicides.