Cultivated for over 2,500 years, chrysanthemums originated in China and spread to Europe, where they were admired for their resilience, vibrant colours and late-season blooms.
These versatile flowers come in various shapes and sizes, thrive in diverse conditions and make excellent long-lasting cut flowers. Easy to grow and rewarding, they are a welcome addition for any keen gardener or flower lover.
Choosing cultivars to grow
Chrysanthemums naturally bloom from August to December and flowering times fall into three categories: Early (Outdoors in August-September), Late (Indoors in November-December), and Octoberflowering.
With hundreds of cultivars available, there’s a perfect chrysanthemum for every garden. For beginners, early flowering sprays, cushion ‘mums’ or blooms are ideal, as they flower outdoors from late August to the end of September.
To ensure the best quality plants,…