Violet Spring Rose is rightfully considered one of the best green-flowering varieties, which differs not only in a presentable appearance, but also in a pleasant delicate aroma. The species is distinguished by its unpretentiousness to the conditions of maintenance and care, but for successful cultivation it is necessary to take into account some requirements of the plant.
Description of violets Spring Rose
The progenitor of the variety is the American breeder Paul Sorano. As a result of painstaking work, a violet with white densely terry flowers resembling roses in diameter of 4 cm was obtained. The edges of the petals have a greenish tint, which weakens during flowering and subsequently disappears completely. As can be seen in the photo, the Spring Rose violet is distinguished by bouquet bloom, which lasts for 6-8 months, subject to the basic requirements of the culture.
Spring violet bush compact standard size with light green pubescent leaves with a carved edge and with a light back side. As the plants mature, they acquire a darker shade.
The plant blooms at the age of 10-12 months, forming a large number of greenish buds that rise on strong peduncles above the foliage. The lower edge of the leaves in the process of growth begins to hang down, hugging the pot. Violet forms a superficial root system, which develops rapidly while observing the requirements of the plant. When growing this variety, it is necessary to adhere to certain maintenance rules, which guarantees long and plentiful flowering.
Lighting
This variety needs sufficient light for 8 hours, but excluding direct sunlight. Therefore, the best option for maintenance are eastern, western, northeastern and northwest windows with easy shading on especially hot days.
Additional lighting violet Spring Rose does not require, because in the autumn-winter period it prefers to relax and gain strength before the next flowering.
Temperature mode
During the growing season and the formation of buds, the temperature of the content is necessary within 21-25 degrees, and in the dormant stage, this indicator should not exceed 18-19 degrees.
The plant responds favorably to a decrease in temperature within 2-3 degrees, but at the same time, the growth of the bush slows noticeably. Elevated temperature conditions negatively affect the plant. As a result, the leaves are deformed, the flowers become smaller, and the buds dry out.
Watering and humidity
Violet Spring Rose does not tolerate waterlogging of the soil, which leads to rotting of the roots. Therefore, watering must be carried out when the topsoil is dried, avoiding moisture on the foliage. Therefore, it is best to use a watering can with a long narrow nose.
The optimum humidity level is 50-60%. However, the leaves cannot be sprayed additionally, since this leads to their deformation and rotting of the petioles. Therefore, in order to increase humidity to the required level, it is recommended to place additional containers with water next to the pot, which will allow to increase the evaporation area.
Plant transplant
In the process of growing Spring Rose violets, it will be necessary to transship the plant in a new pot every year, which guarantees the full development of the outlet and long flowering.
The main signs indicating the need for a transplant:
- slow growth;
- root shoots appeared from drainage holes;
- at the base a thickened bare trunk was formed;
- prolonged lack of flowering;
- the bush looks weakened.
For the plant, you need to pick up a pot 1-1.5 cm wider in diameter from the previous one. It is recommended to transplant using the transshipment method, without exposing the root, but only filling the voids formed with earth. But if the root system is rotten, it is necessary to trim it to a healthy tissue and remove the old soil as much as possible.
For violets, it is necessary to prepare a special primer, which can be purchased at any specialized store. But also it can be cooked at home.
To do this, mix the following components:
- peat - 30%;
- coconut substrate - 20%;
- soddy soil - 30%;
- river sand - 10%;
- perlite - 10%.
Such a composition fully meets the needs of the violet and will fully develop and grow the bush.
In the future, the transplant procedure is carried out in several stages.
- Lay a drainage layer on the bottom of the pot 1 cm high.
- Top up with nutrient land.
- Get the plant and a little shred the old soil.
- Remove the bottom row of leaves.
- Center the violet and water a little.
- Fill voids with prepared soil, slightly compact.
After transplanting, the lower leaves should be in contact with the edge of the pot. Put the violet for 2-3 days in a shaded place for adaptation, and subsequently move it to the window and water a little. If the soil settles slightly, it must be added.
The procedure can be performed in early spring, as well as during the summer and early fall. In winter, this is not recommended, since Spring Rose violet is at a dormant stage, so all growth processes in the plant are slowed down.
Possible problems
With minimal care, the Spring Rose violet is able to fully bloom and develop, but sometimes there are situations when it can die without the help of a grower. Therefore, it is important to monitor the general condition of the plant and to respond in a timely manner to negative changes, as they are a sign of exposure to pests or diseases.
Common problems of violets:
| Name | Cause | Characteristic signs | Repair methods |
| Root rot | Regular overflow, use of cold water, low temperature | Dejected plant appearance, leaves lose turgor and become soft, but at the same time do not change color | You can save the plant only at the first sign of the disease. It should be transplanted into a new soil and poured with the drug "Maxim" or "Previkur" |
| Powdery mildew | An excess of nitrogen in the soil, content near the affected plant, transplantation into infected soil | White plaque on leaves and petioles | Spray the plant with any of these preparations "Topaz", "Skor", "Fitosporin" |
| Rust | Lack of light, non-compliance with the temperature regime | Brown spots on leaves that gradually increase in size | Spray and water the plant with the drug "Skor" or "Fitosporin" |
| Spider mite | Dry air, low humidity, high temperature | Slowed growth, dejected appearance, leaves in the center do not develop, the edge of the leaf plate tucks down | To treat twice with the preparation "Actellik" or "Fitoverm" with an interval of 7 days |
| Thrips | Close content with a bouquet of garden flowers or with an already affected plant | Pollen spills out of the flowers, dirty spots appear on the flowers and white spots on the leaves | Spray violet with “Actellicum” or “Aktotsitom”, repeat the procedure every 10 days until the pest is completely destroyed |
This variety of violets with proper care is able to delight with its abundant flowering over a long period of time. But if you ignore the maintenance requirements, the plant will not be able to fully develop.