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Mum

Plant picture

Plant Information

Taxonomic Name: Chrysanthemum cv. Mary Stoker
Common Name: Mum
Garden: English Garden
Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Bloom Time: August to October
Height: 23-29 inches
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Conditions: Average well-drained soil
Flower Color: Yellow
Wildlife: Butterflies, Bees
Special Characteristics:
  • Prolific bloomer
  • Good for late season color
  • Tends to flop and may need to be staked early in the season
  • In mid-May cut back half way for more sturdy
  • bushier plant with better flowers
  • Keep for winter interest
  • clean up old foliage in spring and cut back to allow for new growth
  • Divide in Spring every 2-3 years

Mum

Plant picture

Plant Information

Taxonomic Name: Chrysanthemum rubellum cv. Mary Stoker
Common Name: Mum
Garden: Sally's English Cottage Garden
Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Bloom Time: August to October
Height: 23-29 inches
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Conditions: Average well-drained soil
Flower Color: Yellow
Wildlife: Butterflies, Bees
Special Characteristics:
  • Prolific bloomer
  • Good for late season color
  • Tends to flop and may need to be staked early in the season
  • In mid-May cut back half way for more sturdy
  • bushier plant with better flowers
  • Keep for winter interest
  • clean up old foliage in spring and cut back to allow for new growth
  • Divide in Spring every 2-3 years