Tamarix (Tamarix gallica)

The tamarisk is a tree that we can grow in all kinds of gardens, whether they are small or, on the contrary, they are large. It would even be a good candidate for planting in a large container, if it is regularly pruned.

Its maintenance is relatively low. It withstands high temperatures and drought very well. And if it was not enough It is not harmed by the sea wind.

How is the taray tree?

The tamarisk, whose scientific name is tamarix gallica, is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rapid growth, and reaches a height of 8 meters.. Its cup is somewhat weepy, something that gives it a very curious appearance. The leaves are very small, barely reduced to 1-4 millimeter scales, glaucous green.

The roots are long, like those of all species of the genus. It is a plant capable of surviving a fire, but also drought. To do this, it extends its roots in search of water in order to keep it alive. Thus, even if he loses all his leaves, he can revive. Now, precisely for this reason should not be planted less than five meters from where there are pipes.

When does the Tamarix bloom?

It usually blooms in spring, but it will all depend on how cold the winter was and how long it takes for temperatures to recover. For example, if there has been a particularly intense cold wave, if the thermometer does not rise quickly, it may flower later.

What are the care of the tamarisk?

El tamarix gallica It is a tree that with a little care will be fine. There are no known pests or diseases, although like all living beings, the risk of ending up with one can increase if, for example, it receives more water than it really needs.

Therefore, when you go to acquire a copy you have to know what we are going to explain now:

Location

Where to place the tamarisk? Outside, and in a place where the sun shines, being highly recommended that it be like this throughout the day. It can be in partial shade, receiving a few hours of direct light and then shade, but it is better to grow it in the sun to achieve a more striking flowering.

As we anticipated before, its roots are very long. This must be taken into account when planting in the garden. So it would not be advisable to put it near where pipes pass or soft pavements.

Earth

• Garden: not particularly demanding. Grows in light, well-drained soils. The ocean floor doesn't feel bad either; in fact, it is common to see it on walks along the Mediterranean coast, not far from the beaches.
• Flower pot: if it is kept in a pot, it is possible to use a universal culture substrate. In case it does not have perlite, we will mix it with the substrate, in a ratio of 7:3 (seven parts of substrate for three of perlite).

Irrigation

The frequency of watering will vary throughout the year, and also the life of the tree. And it is that if it is in the garden, planted in the ground, you only have to water about 2 times a week during the summer. If it rains regularly, falling a minimum of 350 mm of precipitation per year, from the second year it will no longer be necessary to irrigate.

But things change if it is going to be in a pot. As long as I'm planted in one, It will be necessary to water a couple of times a week in summer, and once a week the rest of the year.

Subscriber

The subscriber can be done in spring and summer. It is not that it is vital, but it is recommended if the tamarisk is in a pot. Which one to use? Manure from herbivorous animals such as cow, compost, guano (for sale here), seaweed extract, mulch.

If we prefer, we can opt for fertilizers, whose effectiveness is fast, such as one for green plants or the universal one. Of course, you have to follow the instructions for use.

Multiplication

The tamarisk reproduces by seeds, cuttings and layers throughout the spring.

• Seeds: they are very small, so they have to be sown as soon as they are obtained, in pots with soil for seedbeds (for sale here) placed in full sun. If all goes well and they germinate, they will do so in a month or so.
• Cuttings: it is faster and easier by cuttings, since once the branch is taken, it is impregnated with rooting hormones (for sale here) and then planted in a pot with a growing medium (for sale here). It takes a couple of weeks to start taking root.
• Layered: Simple bending, known as underground bending, can be made. It consists of making a cut in the face of a long, low and flexible branch that is going to be a little buried, and then fasten it with a fork.

Pruning

The pruning of the tamarix gallica takes place at the end of winter. But it's not really necessary. You just have to remove those branches that are broken or dry.

Rusticity

It is a tree that resists even -12ºC.

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