In their native China, chrysanthemums are a symbol of luck and prosperity. That's a good reason to plant the magnificent flowering perennial in your home garden. Another is that chrysanthemums only bloom when other flowers have long since faded.

Chrysanthemums are planted in spring or early summer

Which location do chrysanthemums prefer?

Basically, almost all chrysanthemums like the sun, but locations in full sun - especially those with direct midday sun - should be avoided. A bright, sheltered spot that doesn't get too hot is best - chrysanthemums don't tolerate temperatures above 25 °C.

In which soil do chrysanthemums thrive particularly well?

Chrysanthemums prefer loose, moist and nutrient-rich garden soil, which is ideally prepared with plenty of compost, some lime and horn shavings (€32.93) before planting.

How far apart should chrysanthemums be planted?

The ideal planting distance depends on the specific chrysanthemum variety, because some of these plants remain quite small, while others can grow up to one or even one and a half meters high. A distance of between 50 and 75 centimeters is usually recommended.

When should chrysanthemums be planted?

Chrysanthemums are best planted in spring or early summer. Leave chrysanthemums bought in autumn in the pot over the winter and plant them in the garden in the following spring.

How are chrysanthemums planted?

The planting hole is about twice the size of the root ball of the plant. Mix the excavation with compost and, for better conductivity, some sand. In addition, the root ball should be thoroughly watered before planting, for example by placing it in a bucket of water for a few minutes. Chrysanthemums should never be planted deeper than they were in the pot.

How can chrysanthemums be propagated?

Chrysanthemums are best propagated from top cuttings. Older plants can usually be divided without any problems. If you do not remove faded inflorescences, seeds will also ripen. Propagation via seeds also works very well with chrysanthemums.

When do chrysanthemums bloom?

Most chrysanthemums are fall bloomers and do not develop flower buds until day and night are approximately equal. This is usually around September 21st. The actual bloom appears four to six weeks later and can last into November. However, some species flower much earlier.

tips and tricks

With a few tricks, you can get chrysanthemums to bloom earlier. All you have to do is fool the plant into thinking that the days are getting shorter. This can be done by covering them with foil or a bucket by the hour.

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