Chrysanthemum morifolium
Garden Mum
Garden mums dominate autumn plant searches in the US and are classic florist flowers in Europe — dense color for porches and beds.
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Lys
Full sun
6+ hours keeps plants dense and colorful.
Vanning
Regular
Potted mums dry fast — check daily in sun.
Temperatur
Cool fall
Enjoy cool nights; protect from hard freezes.
Luftfuktighet
Average
Avoid wetting flowers late in the day.
Jord
Rich, drained
Garden loam or quality potting mix.
Trygg for kjæledyr
Toxic
Can irritate pets if ingested; keep out of reach.
Detaljert pleieveiledning
Display pots
Keep evenly moist and in full sun. Deadhead to extend the show.
In-ground
Plant hardy garden types in spring for best overwintering — not always the same as florist pots.
Pinching
Pinch growing tips until early July (US) to encourage branching and more buds.
Winter
Mulch hardy cultivars after ground freezes. Many florist mums are not reliably perennial.
