Chrysanthemum(Garden Mum) mix

Overview and Features

Garden Mums (Chrysanthemum morifolium), also known as hardy mums, are beloved for their vibrant, late-season blooms that extend colour into autumn when most summer perennials fade. This mix features multiple colours—such as deep reds, sunny yellows, warm oranges, purples, and whites—perfect for creating rich, seasonal displays in containers or garden beds.

• Type: Perennial (grown as seasonal in many climates)

• Height and Spread: 30–60 cm tall × 30–50 cm wide

• Bloom Time: Late summer to first frost (typically August–October)

• Flower Forms: Single, semi-double, and fully double blooms

• Habit: Bushy, mounded, and compact

• Uses: Borders, patio pots, seasonal displays, cemetery planting, cut flowers

• Pollinator-friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies

Positioning and Soil Requirements

Light

• Full sun is essential—at least 6 hours daily for strong, dense flowering

• Too much shade will result in leggy growth and fewer blooms

Soil

• Prefers moist, well-drained soil enriched with compost

• Tolerant of a range of soils but dislikes soggy or heavy clay

• pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (6.5–7.0 ideal)

Planting and Container Guidelines

In the Ground

• Space plants 30–45 cm apart to allow airflow and prevent disease

• Plant in spring or early summer for hardy overwintering

• Mulch around the base with organic material to retain moisture and suppress weeds

In Containers

• Use multi-purpose compost with added grit for drainage

• Ensure pots have good drainage holes

• Ideal for doorstep autumn displays, balconies, and patio accents

Watering, Feeding, and Pruning

Watering

• Water regularly during dry weather, especially in containers

• Keep soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging

• Reduce watering once plants are established in cool autumn temperatures

Feeding

• Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during active growth

• In containers, consider a slow-release fertiliser at planting time

Pruning and Maintenance

• Pinch back shoots in spring and early summer (until July) to encourage bushiness

• Remove spent flowers regularly (deadheading) to extend bloom time

• After flowering, cut back stems to 5–10 cm above soil level

• Mulch well for winter protection if overwintering outdoors

Winter and Overwintering

• Hardy in zones 6–9 (varies by variety and location)

• For mild climates, plants survive winter in borders with a mulch layer

• In colder areas, lift and store or treat as annual

• Alternatively, move container-grown plants indoors to a frost-free location

Display and Design Use

This Chrysanthemum mix brings dramatic colour and late-season vibrancy to gardens and retail displays:

• Combine with asters, ornamental grasses, heucheras, and pansies

• Ideal in grouped pots, seasonal planters, or mass plantings in beds

• Popular in memorial gardens or as gift plants during autumn festivals

Key Benefits and Selling Points

• Autumn-flowering staple that bridges summer and winter colour gaps

• Available in a wide array of colours and flower forms

• Compact, tidy growth habit with excellent display potential

• Low maintenance once established

• Pollinator-friendly, supporting biodiversity late in the year

• Ideal for impulse buys and seasonal promotions

• Size
  P19, 40 cm

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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