Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum Care

Chrysanthemum spp.

Other names: Mum Plant

What is the plant

Chrysanthemums are flowering plants, native to East Asia, northeastern Europe, and China. Due to the huge variety of species and colors, this greenie adorns gardens and borders worldwide.

Chrysanthemums are also known as mums or chrysanths. These eye-catching and versatile plants are easy to identify! They are straightforward to grow outdoors in late summer and autumn. The flowers of this green pet are in various shapes and range in size from pincushion petite to giant spiders. Mums attract gardeners with their bright and pastel shades and grow to a width and height of 3 feet tall.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

3 - 9

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Due to their shallow root system, these flowers enjoy frequent watering. Check the soil often, and remember that it shouldn’t be dry! We recommend you use a layer of mulch, especially in high heat. It will help to retain moisture.
Pruning
To encourage branching, pinch approximately 1 inch (2.54 cm) from the branch tips two to three times during the growing season. It is better to cut the whole plant to 8 inches (20 cm) tall after the flowering period in late autumn.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer once a month, but don’t forget to follow the recommendations on the package. Before planting, it would be great to use well-rotted organic matter, such as garden compost.

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Sunlight
Mums are sun-loving plants and prefer warm places. If your leafy friends are in the shade and receive only home or street lighting, they cannot boast of accelerated growth and flowering. Place your flowering beauty next to a south-facing window!
Soil
Chrysanthemums like rich, fertile substrates, so feel free to use “black soil.” The potting mix should be well-drained and contain manure.
Propagation
Chrysanthemums can be propagated in three ways: by cuttings, by division of the bush, and sometimes by seeds. Nevertheless, flower plant lovers usually use cutting and division of the bush as the best choices to start the green beauty.

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Temperature
Most types won’t survive heavy frosts, so try to protect them during cold periods! These green friends go dormant in winter, then re-sprout in spring.
Container
Use the pot of any shape, but it should fit the size of your green pet. The main requirement is to provide good drainage and air circulation.
Fun fact
In many countries, Chrysanthemums are the best choice for Mother’s Day presents!