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Chrysanthemum how to- the short version

photo of coral mum
  • Growing Chrysanthemums is easy and rewarding
  • Starter plants & plugs, are usually a sure bet. Cutting are quite easy.
  • For cuttings use very small pots, and extra well drained soil, (I add perlite to Promix™)
  • Do not cover, heat mats are rarely needed, rooting hormone is helpful but not necessary
  • Make sure to put the cutting where you will mist or water just the top foliage. Never in the direct sun.
  • Average room temperatures work for us. 70°F
  • Rooting should take place in just a few weeks. Wait a few more weeks to check them.
  • You should see new green growth before you give them any significant water, fertilizer or checking.
  • Many chrysanthemum grower use large pots for the summer months that can be protected or brought inside for the winter.
  • Cut flower growers often, grow these in High Tunnels and try to over-winter the Mother plants in the High Tunnel. 
  • You can also take cuttings, root them and bring those in for the winter.
  • These chrysanthemums are not hardy in zone 6, a few in zone 7.
  • I mention hardiness on the 2 I have that are winter hardy in Zone 6. (currently not for sale)
  • Be ready for your cuttings arrival with soil and pots, they need to be stuck(planted) asap.
  • Rooted plugs are shipped out of their pots, they need to be planted asap also
  • Expect a few days of wilted -sulking behavior from you mums.

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  • Home
    • About
    • Contact & Map
    • Our Markets
  • Floral Services
    • Pricing, rentals, services
    • How to Order
    • Praise
  • Wedding Inquiry Page
    • DIY only
    • Full Wedding inquiry
    • Design w/ DIY
  • Online Store
  • Photo Galleries
    • Portfolio
    • Spring - photo gallery
    • summer photo gallery
    • Dahlia photo Gallery
  • Availability Charts
  • About Seasonal Flowers
    • Flowers by Month
  • DIY Buckets and FAQ
    • DIY TIPS page
    • DIY FAQ
    • DIY & Workshops
  • Spring Subscriptions
  • SGG Blog
  • Chrysanthemum
    • Chrysanthemum how to
  • Birdwatching