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Mum, Coral Fonti Coral–Compact Perennial–Attracts Butterflies 6" Pot (Pack of 4)

Mum, Coral Fonti Coral–Compact Perennial–Attracts Butterflies 6" Pot (Pack of 4)

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SKU:hm65-510-alt2-redcrocus

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Mum, Coral Fonti Coral

Mum, Coral Fonti Coral

Description

The Mum, Coral Fonti Coral, is a vibrant garden mum known for its stunning coral-colored blooms. This plant is a popular choice for fall gardens, providing a splash of color when many other plants are fading. It is a compact, bushy perennial that is easy to grow and maintain.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, containers, and as a colorful addition to fall gardens. It can also be used as a cut flower for indoor arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Mum, Coral Fonti Coral
  • Common Name Common Name: Fonti Coral' Garden Mum
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows to 12-18 inches tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes, can be grown indoors with sufficient light
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Asters, ornamental grasses, and sedums

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil after the last frost
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Pinch back in early summer to encourage bushiness
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer during growing season
  • Special Care Special Care: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
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