Scientific Name: Chrysanthemum morifolium
Common Name: Garden Mum
Hardiness Zone: 6a - 11
Hardiness Degree: -10°F (-23.3°C)
Blooming Season: Late Summer, Autumn
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Low Maintenance, Frost Tolerant
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 12 - 36" (30 - 91cm)
Height: 14 - 30" (36 - 76cm)
Width: 20 - 36" (51 - 91cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Prolific and uniform, with excellent flower color for Fall decorations. Note: Plant it late to take advantage of its natural vigor. Excellent keeping quality in northern states.
Timing | Flower Date | Black Cloth Response | Habit | Vigor |
Very Late | 10/9 | 7 weeks | European | Medium |
Striking color mimics Fall foliage and pumpkins – excellent for Fall decorations! Easy to size up; prolific and uniform. Good flower color in the South; butterscotch color in hot black cloth flowerings. Note: Plant it late to take advantage of its natural vigor. Excellent keeping quality in northern states.
4" | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12" | 1/2 Bushel | H.B. | |
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