Chrysanthemum: Growing the Colourful Autumn Flower
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Chrysanthemum: Growing the Colourful Autumn Flower

Chrysanthemum × morifolium

Growing chrysanthemum: perennial with rich, colourful autumn blooms. Full sun, fertile well-drained soil, great in pots, borders and as cut flowers.

Characteristics

Scientific nameChrysanthemum × morifolium
Height30-90 cm
Sunlightpieno sole
Watermedia
Soilfertile drenante
Toxicitylievemente tossica
Growthmedia
Temperature-10 a 28 °C
FloweringSep, Oct, Nov
IrrigationWater regularly to keep the soil fresh during growth and flowering, while avoiding waterlogging.

The chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum × morifolium) is a perennial with generous autumn flowering in countless forms and colours, from September to November. Grow it in full sun on fertile, well-drained soil — great in pots, borders and as a cut flower. Summer pinching increases branching and blooms.

Flowering season

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Practical tips

Watering

Water needs: media — always check soil moisture before watering.

Position

Prefers pieno sole: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.

Substrate

Recommended soil: fertile drenante. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.

Leaves

Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.

Feeding

Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.

FAQ

How do I get bushier, more floriferous chrysanthemums?
Pinch the plants once or twice between late spring and early summer, shortening the shoots to encourage more branches and flowers. Stop pinching from mid-July so flowering is not delayed.
Is the chrysanthemum perennial?
Yes, many garden varieties are hardy perennials that reflower every autumn. Potted chrysanthemums sold for displays can be planted out into the ground after flowering.

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