Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum × morifolium · Family Asteraceae
Also known as: mum, florist's chrysanthemum, pot mum
- Light
- Bright indirect to full sun
- Watering
- Every 3 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
Care
Where to put it
A bright windowsill indoors or a sunny autumn patio pot.
Light
Bright light with some direct sun keeps the flowers coming.
Watering
Keep the compost moist. Wilting means it's overdue for a drink.
About the plant
Widely sold in pots, it has flowers in shades of yellow, white, pink, purple and orange. It flowers when days are short, but growers manage to have it all year round. It is usually 30 to 50 cm tall.
Origin
Originating in China, where it has been grown for more than two thousand years.
What it likes
- Lots of light, with gentle sun
- Slightly moist compost
- Deadheading spent flowers
What it dislikes
- Soggy compost
- Low light
- Very intense heat
Did you know?
The chrysanthemum is the symbol of Japan's imperial family, whose throne is called the Chrysanthemum Throne.
