Rose Acropolis

Rose Acropolis is the leader in the list of flowers in terms of flowering duration, pleasant aroma and attractive appearance. The variety is also liked by gardeners for its resistance to most diseases and pests, quick survival even in marginal soils.

Breeders from France were engaged in breeding the variety. Already in 2002, the variety was presented at the world exhibition, and today the flower is in demand among domestic gardeners.

Acropolis belongs to the group of floribund roses. Specifications:

• bushes - compact, up to 0.7-1 meters high;

• branches - powerful, medium thickness, brown;

• leaf plates are of medium size, light green in color;

• buds - large, changing color;

• the number of flowers on the stem - up to 5 pieces;

• aroma - light, unsaturated.

Initially, the rose petals are colored in a rich pink color, which eventually takes on a coffee hue. The color changes depending on weather conditions, age, as well as the composition of the soil.

The main advantages of the Akropolis variety include:

• attractive appearance;

• change in the color of the buds;

• flowering duration;

• frost and drought resistance;

• fast survival rate.

There are practically no downsides to the rose, which is why the variety is so popular with gardeners.

The newly opened buds resemble a peony in their shape, which makes the variety unique. Interestingly, in dry and warm weather, the petals quickly acquire a coffee hue, and in the rainy season, the rose, on the contrary, is full of pink saturated color.

At the very beginning of wilting, green notes begin to appear in the color scheme, which go well with the beige shade. Therefore, gardeners in narrow circles call the Acropolis a chameleon flower.

Rose Acropolis is suitable for growing outdoors, looks great both in group flower arrangements and in the form of single plantings. Landscape designers use this variety to decorate gardens, equip flower beds and alpine slides.

Rose planting is carried out with the help of seedlings, which can be bought at a gardening store or grown independently through seeds at home. When choosing the second method, the seeds will need to be prepared by soaking in a disinfecting composition and spraying with growth stimulants. The first option will also require preparation in the form of hardening the seedlings before planting in open ground.

It is recommended to start planting work towards the end of spring or early autumn, so that the plant has time to take root. Recommendations for choosing a site:

• the place should be sunny and calm;

• the soil should be fertile, light and breathable;

• the groundwater level must be low, otherwise the probability of the death of the root system is high.

Disembarkation should be carried out in warmed-up soil. The optimal number of bushes per square meter is no more than 3-5 pieces. Before planting, it is recommended to apply organic fertilizers, provide a drainage layer and thoroughly loosen the soil to saturate it with oxygen.

The planted young bushes must be sprinkled with earth and watered abundantly so that the plant starts to grow actively. And you should also take care of the care of Acropolis, despite the lack of special requirements for cultivation of the variety. Main steps and recommendations.

1. Watering. The rose does not need strong watering. On average, water should be applied to the soil 1-2 times a week in the amount of 15-20 liters per seedling. In case of drought, it is recommended to increase the volume of water, and in rain, you can stop watering for a while.

2. Top dressing. Acropolis needs additional feeding, with the help of which it will be possible to achieve abundant and long flowering. The first fertilizers are applied a week after planting using organic compounds. Then the bushes should be fed during the period of active growth and flowering, giving preference to phosphorus and potassium mixtures.

3. Loosening and weeding. Obligatory procedures, with the help of which it will be possible to saturate the earth with oxygen and accelerate the flow of nutrients to the root system of the rose. And also timely weeding prevents the development of diseases and the spread of pests, which makes it possible for the rose to form large buds.

Flower care will not take much time and effort.

Cutting dry and damaged shoots is recommended in the spring. This will speed up the release of new stems, which will increase the number of buds during the flowering period. Additionally, gardeners are advised to carry out preventive pruning in the fall, when the bush fades.

The rose is frost-resistant, but requires additional cover. This is necessary to protect the root system from diseases and pests. Roses can be covered with a layer of organic mulch or by using special fabrics.

Acropolis has excellent immunity, and is practically not afraid of diseases and pests. However, with improper care, there is a high probability of infection of the bush with rot or the appearance of harmful insects that are ready to destroy the leaves, flowers and other elements of the plant. To prevent the death of the bush, it is recommended to carry out preventive treatments with special compounds and sanitary pruning.

Rose Akropolis propagates mainly in a vegetative way, which allows it to preserve its main varietal qualities. Cuttings are taken from young plants after the first wave of flowering. Before planting the cuttings, it will be necessary to prepare them: process and harden.

Gardeners leave mostly positive reviews about the Acropolis rose, noting large buds of saturated bright color that change color depending on weather conditions and the flowering period. And also in the comments they highlight the resistance of the bush to frost, good survival rate and the possibility of propagation by cuttings.