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RedCrocus Garden Mum Mum- Vibrant Red Flowers, Bushy Foliage, Pollinator Attractant, Suitable for Gardens & Containers, Care Tips Included 10" Hanging Basket

RedCrocus Garden Mum Mum- Vibrant Red Flowers, Bushy Foliage, Pollinator Attractant, Suitable for Gardens & Containers, Care Tips Included 10" Hanging Basket

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SKU:hmhp0085-redcrocus

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Red Hots' Garden Mum Mum, Red Red Hots

Description

A vibrant perennial characterized by rich red blooms and dense, bushy foliage. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil, thriving during the late summer to fall season.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for garden borders, containers, and adding color to landscape beds. Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Chrysanthemum × grandiflorum
  • Common Name: Garden Mum
  • Size & Growth: Typically 12-24 inches tall, with a spreading habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type: Green, lobed leaves
  • Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Contains mild toxins; keep out of reach of pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With: Marigolds, petunias, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost, ensuring adequate space for growth
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
  • Soil Type: Well-draining loamy soil
  • Humidity: Average room humidity is sufficient
  • Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering
  • Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; bring indoors if necessary
  • Planting Depth: Bury root crown at soil level
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth
  • Special Care: Maintain good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew
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