Florist’s Chrysanthemum

Group: Cut Flowers & FoliageType of Plant: DicotLeaf Arrangement: Alternate

Identification: Dark green lobed leaves. Dark, straight stems with ridges. “Standard” is one flower on one stem. “Pompon” is multiple flowers on one stem. Many different colors and types of flowers: Daisy, Cushion, Spoon, Spider, Football.

C. x morifolium(Also Dendranthema x grandiflora)

Daisy Chrysanthemum

Cushion Chrysanthemum

Spoon Chrysanthemum

Spider Chrysanthemum

Football Chrysanthemum

Water: Let dry slightly between waterings.

Light: Bright sunlight indoors, full sun outside. Once in flower, keep cool and out of direct sun.

Propagation: Stem cutting.

Culture: This plant is a Short Day Plant. It is the most commonly sold potted plant in the U.S. They are often planted outside for fall bloom.

Problems: Spider mites and aphids.

Florist’s Chrysanthemum C. x morifolium(Also Dendranthema x grandiflora)