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Its needs: As Chrysanthemums are usually bought
ready potted there is no need to worry about potting mix, but any
compost will do as plant is generally not kept from year to year. A cool
room temperature, e.g. 10-15 C prolongs the flowering period, but plant
will tolerate warmer rooms. No extra humidity required, and
Chrysanthemums can be placed in any position within the room.
Care: Keep Pot Mums moist at all times, feeding not necessary.
Deadhead old flowers to maintain tidy looking plant. Keep in a light
airy place and watch out for powdery mildew on foliage
Good for: A very popular houseplant to give as a gift, not
usually expensive, and cheerfully bright flowers atop dark green
foliage. Easy to maintain. Most people discard Chrysanthemums after
flowering period is over. It is possible to plant them out in the garden
in spring or summer, which should produce autumn-flowering tall
Chrysanthemums, however, not all plants survive the transition.
Houseplant Chrysanthemums have usually
been treated with a chemical dwarfing agent. This dwarfing habit reduces
if kept for further year or planted outdoors.
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