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RedCrocus Garden Mum Chrysanthemum indicum, Bright Yellow, Bushy, Full Sun, Pollinator Attractant, Container & Garden Bed, Frost Protection 9" Pot (Pack of 2)

RedCrocus Garden Mum Chrysanthemum indicum, Bright Yellow, Bushy, Full Sun, Pollinator Attractant, Container & Garden Bed, Frost Protection 9" Pot (Pack of 2)

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SKU:hm09-498-redcrocus

Pot Size

Fonti Yellow' Garden Mum Mum, Yellow Fonti Yellow

Description

A vibrant perennial known for its cheerful yellow blooms, this garden mum adds bright color to summer and fall landscapes. It features bushy growth with dark green foliage and produces a profusion of flowers during its bloom period.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for flower borders, garden beds, and containers. Perfect for adding seasonal color in mixed plantings and attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Chrysanthemum indicum
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Garden Mum
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically reaches 12-24 inches tall with bushy growth habits
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Deciduous, dark green leaves
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate to vigorous
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Pollinator Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes
  • Companion Plants Icon Grows Well With: Chrysanthemums, Marigolds, Ornamental Grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Space plants 18-24 inches apart in well-drained soil. Plant after the last frost date.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-draining loamy soil.
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity.
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Pinch back in early summer to promote bushier growth and remove faded flowers to encourage rebloom.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; in zones 5-6, consider bringing indoors or providing additional winter protection.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant crowns 1-2 inches below soil surface.
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Ensure good airflow to prevent diseases, and monitor for pests such as aphids and spider mites.
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