More than one hundred and fifty years have passed since the cultivation of violets. During this time, she went from the African Uzambara plateau to the window sills of modern human dwellings. Thanks to the great work done by breeders and flower lovers, this plant today has several hundred species. One of the most beautiful representatives of this genus is the "royal lace" violet. It has luxurious flowers, which gives it unique decorative properties. This article provides a description of the violet "royal lace", the features of its cultivation, the history of its origin and recommendations for planting.
History of variety appearance
The birthplace of this variety is Russia. It was bred by modern breeder Natalya Skornyakova using an innovative approach to creating new species. She does not work alone, but in tandem with Tatyana Pugacheva and with her presents her work atexhibitions.
The royal lace violet variety was launched in 2016, and it quickly won the attention of flower growers. This is due to his exquisite appearance.
Variety description
Violet "royal lace" is a member of the Gesneriaceae family and belongs to the genus Senopolia hybrida. The main feature of this species, which distinguishes it from other varieties of violets, is large white double flowers. The leaves are large and dark green in color. One of the features of the royal lace violet is its fragility. Therefore, if it is worth touching it with your hands, then with great care.
The rosette of this flower grows very slowly and has a sloppy appearance. This is due to the clogged center. The outer circle is symmetrical. The core of the violet "royal lace" has a light green tint. As the buds open, it turns pale and eventually becomes bright white. The size of flowers can reach 6-7 centimeters. The blooming of this variety of violet is distinguished by its abundance. Peduncles are quite strong, so large flowers are easy to hold on to.
Planting a crop
The container in which the plant will be planted is pre-filled with drainage. After that, the substrate is poured on top. The violet must be placed in the middle of the pot and evenly pour the soil. It is noteworthy that during this process, the container needs to be shaken slightly. Thisa measure is needed to fill all the voids in the pot with the substrate. It is recommended to fill the container not to the very top, but leave about 2-3 centimeters empty. After planting, lightly press the surface, and then water the crop.
Violets don't bloom! What to do?
If "royal lace" does not have flowers for a long time, then there are negative factors that slow down the process of blooming. As a rule, this can be caused by improper care. Experts identify several possible reasons:
- Royal lace violet, like many other varieties of this family, prefers daily intense lighting for at least 10 hours a day. Therefore, if you place a plant in a dark or insufficiently light corner, you may never see its flowers. It is noteworthy that although the violet loves sunlight, it must be protected from direct sunlight.
- Dense soil brought from a summer cottage is not suitable for this plant. This soil will not allow the culture to fully develop, as a result of which there will be no flowering. It is important to know that for normal growth, royal lace violets are best grown in a pot with a special soil that is made specifically for violets. Or universal, which is suitable for all types. It can be purchased from specialized stores.
- The pot is too big. If you use a container of the wrong size for growing violets, you can get a bush of well-developed green leaves, but withoutpresence of flowers. This culture loves small pots.
- Violet "royal lace" requires moderate systematic watering. With excessive moisture or overdrying of the soil, this plant will also not bloom.
- An equally important factor for the normal development of culture is the climate in the apartment. Comfortable for "royal lace" will be at least 50% humidity.
If you follow all the rules for caring for this variety of violet, then it will bring a bit of sophistication to the interior of the apartment and delight the eyes of its owners with lush beautiful flowers.
