Green beauty - so to speak of the pines that are year-round feast for the eyes with its freshness and enduring beauty.In ancient times, for many people, these trees were considered sacred.And in China, they landed near the palace of the emperor as a symbol of immortality.
General
Crimean pine is a tall tree.Trunks it is often used in shipbuilding.At the height of the green beauty can reach 30-50 meters.The bark is darker, all in fractures from brown to brown the bottom, to the reddish-orange on the top.
size and shape of the crown at this pine varies with age.In the early years of this pyramid, thick, fluffy beauty branch that closes the trunk from the bottom up to the top.An adult tree multimeter krona is more like an umbrella.Spreading and branches are mainly located in the upper part of the barrel.
Conifer needles of this species of pine long, can reach 20 cm, pointed at the end.Densely arranged on the branches of beams 2 pieces in one.They are painted dark green and a bit dull.On the branches can be up to 5 years, after which turn yellow and fall off.
on the Crimean pine cones grow on short stalks and appear at the ends of large branches.Their shape is ovoid and elongated.Consists of a set of scales, tightly adjacent to each other, which when ripe open, like flowers.Cones are painted in brown-brown, glossy.For each scale is hidden the seed from which may grow a new tree, or it can become fodder for a variety of forest dwellers.
Reproduction
Among the large number of species breeding in most coniferous types of the easiest and best way is to plant seeds.When rooting cuttings is very difficult and the percentage of loss is great.A radical processes that tree does not let go.Therefore, in nurseries are grown from the seeds of young pine trees that grow in special greenhouses.
Seed
Before sowing the seeds of any plants and trees they are subjected to stratification.For the Crimean pine, this process at home is better not to.Since irregular stratification of the seeds may rot.Before sowing, they can hold the day in wet gauze.This will speed up the germination process.At home, the seeds can be kept in the moisture until they hatch, and only then gently spread in prepared soil.
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Sowing is done in a light soil, preferably peat and loose.This is because the seeds of small size and in a compact ground sprouts may not break.Recommended sown on top of the soil, and then loosen it slightly so the seeds are gone deep.
also worth to observe the distance between crops, at least 0.5 cm. For this, too, there is a reason.Upon germination of the seedlings planted near the ground rises, which can lead to drying of fine roots of the young and, therefore, the death of a little germ.
capacity, which will germinate seeds should be deep enough - 15-20 cm. At the bottom is necessary to lay drainage, and on top of the sand fill.This must be done so that the excess water is drained, and the roots do not rot.Also recommended ignited sand drainage and disinfection.
Watering should be regularly and with a sprayer, especially to the point where the seedlings grow stronger.Then they can sit in separate pots, carrying little sprout with a lump in the new location.
Decorative woods
Increasingly in recent years, the owners of private houses near the house satisfied with decorative wood.Consequently, in nurseries growing breed coniferous and deciduous trees.One of the most popular among the needles of pine trees is the Crimean, the price of which depends on the age and size of the tree.The older and lush trees, the cost of it will be higher.Price small pine - from 5000 rubles.But it does not stop buyers, since planting mature trees, almost immediately you get ready home forest.A fluffy branches and constantly green needles perfectly decorate any area.Crimean pine, a photo which you can see in this article, in the early years has a pyramid shape and thick branches.
Planting a mature tree
The older the plant, the more difficult it transfers transplant and move to new places.Therefore, the best time for such a process - from late autumn to early spring, ie during sleep trees.Planting Crimean pine is not difficult, but you can contact the experts.
need to prepare for the landing pit.In size it should be more than an earthen clod, which is dug Crimean pine from the old place, about 50 cm in diameter and 30 cm in depth.At the bottom of the pit is necessary to lay drainage and earth mixed with sand and compost.
Then set the tree in the hole and sprinkled ready substratum well trample down.After that needs abundant watering.You can also zamulchirovat ground around the tree, sprinkled it with sawdust.
Care transplanted tree
Crimean pine - drought-resistant plant, but in the first year after transplantation requires moisture.This is due to the fact that the disturbed roots weakened, and the tree, recovering, evaporates a lot of water.You also need to regularly wash the trees, 2-3 times a week, by spraying with water.
fertilizers are applied only under the young pine trees, if the plant is old enough, after the transplant is not worth it to overload.
pine tree brings great winter.Can be harbored small trees, large and adults do not need it.
Application
Crimean pine - tree Tree and shrub planting.It looks great in the parks and around houses, planted it in the streets and squares.Needles perfectly cleans the air, releasing nutrients, beneficial effect on the human body.
also long been prized pine wood as a building material.
Crimean pine because of its soft texture of wood used in the construction of houses and ships.From it makes furniture, carts and various household items.Many churches built from this material still in the 17-18 century, are still standing and is a historical monument.
To celebrate the New Year holidays are often used by Crimean pine.Photos around a decorated wood beauty is in the album a lot of people.Also according to her likeness made artificial substitutes holiday pines.
Medicinal properties
Crimean pine is highly valued in traditional medicine.From young cones preparing jam, which is a healing and helps with colds and flu, gum disease and bronchial diseases.The fruit is full of pine substances that contribute to this beneficial effect.
Crimean pine pollen also has many medicinal properties.It is used to improve the immunity of a plunging, allergies and heart disease.This pollen helps to strengthen blood vessels and increases the strength of the capillaries.
collecting pollen during flowering tree - in the middle of May.For the treatment of suit-yellow bumps inflorescence in which no juice.This can be checked by pushing on it.With yellowed inflorescences need to collect pollen and dry it.Apply it mixed with honey in the ratio of 1 to 1.
This collection is quite complex and you need to guess at the time of flowering.Therefore, if necessary, the pollen can be purchased at the pharmacy.
