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In order for the landscape design on the site to be aesthetic and functional, you need to competently approach it. To complete the project, you first need to outline a plan and divide the territory into zones. When choosing a site concept, of course, you need to build on the style of the main building. All minor objects should be in harmony with the chosen design of the main building. A particularly successful option is obtained when an architect collaborates with a landscape designer during the design phase.
Features of landscape design with roses
Much depends on the terrain and type of terrain. With the right approach, you can create an original composition at any site. Large and small stones, a small pond or river, a lowland or a meadow - all this is a space for creativity. But when planning a summer cottage, one should take into account, first of all, climatic features, soil type, the presence or absence of water bodies, plantations in the immediate vicinity.
Roses in the garden in landscape design
Modern trends in landscape design present solutions such as a multifunctional or compact mini-garden, a dining room in the courtyard in the open air or with transparent glass walls, and flower beds with exotic plants. The Scandinavian design, which is notable for its simplicity, which is achieved through comfortable and natural things, remains so popular.
An invariable classic is the presence of a rose garden on the site - flower beds with roses. Roses on the lawn look like a lush, flowing bush and are a real decoration of the garden. Often, several bushes with roses are planted at once, complementing the composition with arches. Such islets look very beautiful on the alleys along the paths.
Roses in landscape design are used both in spacious and in small areas.
To equip such a fence, tall varieties are selected, a strong arch is installed from improvised materials. When the plant begins to stretch, it is given a direction and thus a wall of flowers is formed.
Hedge of roses
What are roses in a flower bed combined with?
A flower bed with roses should be correctly positioned. These flowers do not tolerate high humidity, too bright sun. They are very sensitive to cold, draft and cold wind only harm them. The soil should be loose, fertile, normal acidity. Regular dressing for roses is a must. It is best to plant them on the south side.
What to plant next to roses is a question that worries many. It is not easy to find and grow a plant that will survive next to a moody rose. Some plants pull too many minerals and nutrients from the soil, and this negatively affects the condition of the rose bushes.
What are roses in a flower bed combined with?
Roses on the site can get along well with perennials. Among the perennial plants, there are those that bloom quite beautifully, and at the same time are unpretentious and do not require special care. But their main plus is that they do not impoverish the soil.
What to plant with roses in a flower bed:
Clematis
It is a herbaceous, climbing plant, characterized by abundant flowering, reaching a height of 3 m. They bush to a height of no more than 1.5 m. Flowers can be both small (up to 5 cm) and large (up to 15 cm). The flowering period of clematis and rose is the same, and they perfectly complement each other. For an expressive effect, you can play on contrasts, for example, with roses that have small buds, plant clematis with large flowers and, conversely, plant clematis with small flowers together with roses with fluffy, double, large buds.
Thuja green
It resembles cypress - a coniferous plant, more often found in the form of a tall tree or large shrub, but there are also dwarf varieties that can be seen in parks. Depending on the variety, it has a color from dark green to yellow-green, bronze. But in the immediate vicinity of roses, only low-growing varieties of thuja can be grown, since a large, spreading plant will deprive others of light and deprive them of nutrients.
Thuja green
Iris
A bushy plant with wide stems that resembles a fan. During the flowering period, buds appear and open. Due to the large number of stems, it blocks out the light of other flowers, therefore, irises are planted in the background. Irises look like an independent decorative element even without buds. The variety of iris shades allows you to choose a variety of options to match with roses.
Delphinium
A plant with numerous flowers on the stem. Stems reach a height of 10 cm to 3 m. In different species, the leaves have a different structure. The more fertile the soil, the higher the stem in length. The delphinium usually grows taller than the rose, thus allowing it to receive sufficient sunlight. The blue delphinium will look spectacular with orange and yellow roses.
Delphinium
Bell
There are tall and short ones. They differ only in the shape of the inflorescences - panicles or brushes. Monophonic buds without a pattern. Even a variety of terry bells has been bred. Abundant flowering, long. Due to its simple appearance, it does not distract attention from other, more graceful colors.
Carnation
Plants are medium-sized and undersized, buds with clawed, zigzag petals. Form a lush, large bush. Flowers of various shades: from delicate tones to variegated, patterned and monochromatic. Due to the growth of the lower part, the cloves inhibit the growth of weeds. But for a beautiful and productive flowering, cloves need to be planted several varieties at once.
Viola
Among the people - pansies. These are low-growing plants with bright flowers and a long peduncle. The variety of colors in shape, color, pattern opens up a wide space for the designer's creativity. It can coexist with any plants, but does not like dark places.
Viola flower
Among the annual plants, there are also those for which the proximity to the rose does not cause problems. Thanks to annuals, you can try something new every year and modify the flower bed.
- Heliotrope. Large spherical inflorescences covered with small flowers resemble lilacs during flowering. The height of the stem is from 20 to 60 cm. The range of colors is white, blue, purple and lilac shades. It is not recommended to plant heliotrope in the same place every year.
- Forget-me-not. Low, branched plant, can grow in the shade. Flower without ornaments, slightly pubescent. Loves regular watering. Blooms for a long time. An excellent neighbor for a rose, as forget-me-not keeps moisture in the soil and prevents weeds from breaking through.
- Bulbous. The rose gets along well with crocuses, freesia, decorative hazel grouse, tulips, daffodils.
Common flowers that do not require maintenance (except watering) include daisies, hyacinths, cornflowers, lupins, and crocus flowers.
Daisies
Types of roses in a flower bed
All roses can be divided into several groups:
- miniature;
- shrub;
- park;
- tea-hybrid;
- floribunda;
- Austin English roses;
- patio;
- climbing;
- semi-leafy;
- polyanthus;
- repairing;
- curb;
- ground cover.
The number of petals and their appearance can be strikingly different, therefore there is such a division:
- simple;
- terry;
- semi-double;
- thick double.
Types of roses
How to properly plant roses in a flower bed with other flowers
The most important thing when creating a flower garden is to correctly draw up a diagram. After all, you need to take into account the botanical features of any flower. It is important that the rose is not deprived of sunlight and nutrients from the soil. The layout of the flower bed should be done in detail.
- Rose and tulip. The tulip is a bulbous plant that protects the rose from possible diseases. They grow rapidly, so you need to keep the distance when planting (about 30 cm).
- Rose and iris. Irises are bulbous and rhizome. The second type is very fond of light, so a struggle with a rose for a place in the sun is possible. Excess fertilization damages rhizome irises. Bulbous irises should be regularly cleaned of yellowed foliage and wilted flowers.
- Rose and host. Hosta is a low-growing plant, practically not blooming, but having a decorative appearance due to leaves of various shades with edges and stripes. Can be planted under a rose to create edging.
How to make a mixborder with roses and other flowers
How to plant roses in the country is beautiful, - perhaps every gardener who grows flowers would like to know. A mixborder with roses and other perennials is a great option even for a small summer cottage.
Mixborder with roses and other flowers
The design of a hedge of roses in a mixborder can be harmoniously complemented by clematis, a red-leaved shrub. It is advised to mix no more than 6-7 plants. When creating a mixborder with roses, it is better to focus on them. You can choose either one type or several at once - park roses, climbing, bush or standard roses.
The color combination of roses in the rose garden plays a special role. Contrasting shades look advantageous:
- yellow + red;
- yellow + brown;
- white (gray) + pink;
- blue + silver (white);
- yellow + magenta;
- blue + yellow;
- green + blue;
- purple + white (silver);
- red + pink;
- red + blue;
- pink + yellow;
- blue + orange.
Further care for roses in a flower bed and mixborder
When growing roses in the garden, the landscape design around the flower bed should be at least a little harmonized and try to maintain order.
Mixborder care
It is important to observe the measure, as excessive or insufficient feeding will not do anything good. Sudden temperature fluctuations can ruin the rose. They must be covered for the winter (subject to severe winters). Watering is carried out approximately once a week.
During the season, you need to cut the bushes on time so that they form correctly and beautifully. Pruning is carried out with a sharp and disinfected pruner. After pruning, the cuts are treated with garden pitch. We also need preventive treatments against pests and diseases. Weeds take away the strength of the rose - they must be removed immediately.
Growing roses is not an easy task, requiring certain knowledge, desires and strengths, as well as free time. But all this is justified by the insane beauty of the flower bed and the scent of roses.
