RedCrocus Fonti Dark Pink Garden Mum | Purple Blooms, Pollinator-Friendly, Perennial for Garden Beds & Containers, Easy Care 6" Pot (Pack of 5)
RedCrocus Fonti Dark Pink Garden Mum | Purple Blooms, Pollinator-Friendly, Perennial for Garden Beds & Containers, Easy Care 6" Pot (Pack of 5)
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SKU:hm65-511-redcrocus
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Fonti Dark Pink Garden Mum
Description
A vibrant perennial with lush dark pink blooms, ideal for adding color to gardens and borders. Compact growth habit with attractive foliage.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for garden beds, borders, containers, and flower arrangements. Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing pollination efforts.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: *Chrysanthemum x morifolium* -
Common Name: Garden Mum -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 12-18 inches tall with a spreading habit -
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 -
Foliage Type: Medium green, lobed leaves -
Bloom Time: Late Summer to Fall -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: Yes -
Grows Well With: Other perennials, annuals, and shrubs
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water regularly during active growth. -
Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Fertile, well-drained loam -
Humidity: Average -
Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent blooms and prune back in early spring -
Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones; minimal winter protection needed elsewhere -
Planting Depth: 1-2 inches below soil surface -
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during growing season -
Special Care: Remove weeds and mulch around the plant to retain moisture and suppress weeds
