Chrysanthemum morifolium

Chrysanthemum

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Popular flowering plant with diverse forms and vibrant colors. Native to Asia, features lobed dark green leaves. Grown primarily for autumn blooms indoors or outdoors in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chrysanthemum
Family Asteraceae
Genus Chrysanthemum
Species Morifolium
Origin China
Blooming Colorful flowers in autumn depending on strain
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil mixed with perlite or coarse sand for optimal aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires bright light to encourage blooming; direct sun preferred, can tolerate partial shade indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Pinch back stem tips early season for bushiness; remove spent flowers and yellow leaves promptly

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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