Chrysanthemum Pico Vivaz

Well-draining loam mixed with peat moss and perlite for aeration

Water regularly when soil surface is dry, avoid waterlogging roots during bloom cycle

Requires full sun to partial shade; insufficient light leads to etiolation and poor blooming

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase, stop once buds form

Pinch back tips in spring for bushiness; remove spent flowers to encourage longevity