Chrysanthemums, more commonly referred to as “Mums” are delightful late bloomers suited to indoors or out in the garden. Annuals can barely survive without specific care instructions. When even the hardiest varieties of Mums are dying, gardeners can be left confused as to the reason why. Fact is, a number of factors can lead to …
Few flowers evoke the spirit of autumn like Chrysanthemums or, as we simply call them mums dance throughout fall displaying domes of vibrant blooms in gorgeous jewel-tone colors. As fall symbols, mums start to bloom during the late summer through fall, making them perfect “filler flowers” that welcome a splash of color in those empty …
Chrysanthemums, or mums for short, are brilliant flowers to bring fall color to the garden. However, mums can be notoriously easy to kill. They seem to dry out and droop in an instant. Why is it so common for mums to wilt? The most common reason that mums wilt is the soil drying out. Mums …
Chrysanthemums are generally low-maintenance plants that don’t usually have problems, but there can be exceptions to this. There are some problems that can cause your mums to turn brown, so let’s go through and see if you can get your plant back to full health! There are several reasons why your mums may start turning …
Whether you are growing some delicately beautiful mums yourself outside or you plan to buy a couple of pre-potted plants from a store, there are a few ways to keep your mums, short for chrysanthemums, in the blooming stage for a longer period of time, as well as looking hardier and more brightly colored. Why …
Chrysanthemums are undeniably beautiful, and there’s a reason why so many people love placing them in their fall garden beds. These flowers are so great because they add color to your yard. You can find mums in violet, yellow, and red. They’re going to add so much charm to your yard when you choose to …
It’s not unusual to feel disheartened when you had high hopes for a gorgeous colorful plant in bloom that quickly fades and withers away to nothing. If that’s happened to you with a fall chrysanthemum (aka mums plant), you won’t be the first to wonder how to keep mums alive. There is a knack to …
Mums are some of the most popular plants in the world. As September approaches, mums become incredibly common as you can find them almost anywhere you look. They can be found at gas stations, at nurseries, and in supermarkets. But, while it may seem like a wise idea to bring the mums home, you should …