| Chrysanthemum hyb. | Annual |
These vibrant autumn bloomers are easy to care for and come in a ton of different colors and sizes, making them a great choice for any garden. brighten up flower beds from late-August through November after most plants have finished blooming. Garden mums flower prolifically in a wide array of colours including white, yellow, pink, lavender, red, and bronze.
While garden mums are technically perennial (meaning they regrow season after season), they often have trouble surviving the winter, especially in northern areas. Because of this, it may be more helpful to think of them as annuals, which only last a single season.
If you want your mums to act like the perennials they are, spring planting offers better conditions. Mums planted too late in the season spend their time producing flowers and don’t expend energy growing an established root system, meaning they’re unlikely to survive harsh winter conditions.
Growers Tip: To get the maximum effect from far away, stick to only one or two colors. Another possibility is to arrange a gradual transition of related colors in an ombre effect. Many landscape plants can provide a backdrop for groupings of mums to help them stand out more. For texture, choose ornamental grasses, berry shrubs, sedum, or almost any conifer.
Bloom period: Late August-October
Sun Exposure: Sun, part sun
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Grows easily in moist, well-drained, enriched soils. Best in partial sun in extremely warm areas. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
