Chrysanthemums (Chrysanthemum sp.) are very colorful flowering perennials. Due to its simple care and its beautiful flowering, this is one of the most popular plants in homes, both indoors and outdoors. When growing them, although they do not require very special care, we must take into account a series of tips to facilitate their development and flowering.
For this reason, at Ecologista Verde we analyze all the chrysanthemum care and cultivation for its optimal development and we will tell you about them in this simple practical guide. Read on and get to know this ornamental plant well. You will see that it will bring more joy to your home!
How is the chrysanthemum plant
The chrysanthemum plant has its origin in Korea, although today it is frequently cultivated in Japan, where it is also known as Autumn flower and it is a symbol of pleasure and happiness. Chrysanthemums are one of the most cultivated and popular plants in any of its varieties. Among the species most cultivated outdoors, it stands out Chrysanthemum x rubellum with its serrated leaves and flowers in the shape of pink, white or yellow daisies, or Dendrathema x grandiflorum, with alternate leaves and double yellow, pink, red, orange or purple flowers. A type of chrysanthemums dedicated only for commercial purposes are the so-called spray chrysanthemums, although with less resistant varieties than the previous ones.
There is a great variety of chrysanthemums, with up to 30 known species. Most stand out for their colorful red, pink, orange, white or yellow flowers. Another characteristic for which these plants stand out is their late flowering, reaching until the month of November, when most of the flowers begin to disappear.
Chrysanthemum cultivation: planting, location and transplantation
Chrysanthemums are not specific to any season nor are they difficult to grow, however it is best to plant chrysanthemums in springThese thrive best in warm weather with little rainfall and, although they don't flower until late summer or early fall, they will be better established and will withstand the harsh conditions of fall and winter much better. When planting them in the ground, we will do it at a minimum distance of 50 cm. In addition, they thrive in almost any type of soil.
If we acquire potted chrysanthemums In autumn, that is, bought in a nursery or in a gardening store and that have their own pot and are not taken from another larger plant, we can grow them in the ground directly, planter or pot, preferably with terrazzo, although their resistance will be less than if they are planted in soil from the soil of a garden or field. To plant them, we must choose a Sunny place. Perennial chrysanthemums can stand from March to May in nurseries, while annuals from February to March.
The chrysanthemum plant is propagated through seeds, roots or cuttings. About a month after planting in the pot they should be transplanted, although sometimes the seeds can be planted directly in the ground and become clear after germination. After a minimum of three months after planting, chrysanthemums bloom for a long period.
Basic Chrysanthemum Care: Watering, Composting, Blooming, and Common Pests
Chrysanthemums are plants that, in general, do not require much care after transplanting, except to water them frequently if it does not rain and remove the withered flowers, without being necessary a general pruning, to promote the appearance of new flowers. A curious fact about this plant and one of the reasons why it is very popular is that it is one of the flowering plants that take time to wither, so we enjoy them for quite some time.
In some cases, it may even be necessary to stake the plants. About him watering the chrysanthemumsIt should be noted that the plants should be watered when the soil is dry, especially those grown in pots. You have to avoid waterlogging your soil and foliage to avoid the development of rust or mold disease.
After a few weeks, chrysanthemum seedlings they must be pinched to make them shrubby. In addition, before flowering they must begin to be fertilized with fertilizers and natural fertilizers, if possible, until after the first flower buds form. To prolong the chrysanthemums bloom which can last until November as we have mentioned before, the flowers that are wilting should be pruned regularly.
Control over diseases should also be carried out, insects or pests and learn to avoid and control them. Chrysanthemums are frequently attacked by aphids, leaf spot or leaf nematode. To learn how to control them, we recommend that you read this other Green Ecologist article in which we explain how to combat pests in organic farming.
What is the meaning of chrysanthemum
The meaning of chrysanthemums is that of a golden flower and it is one of the most valued autumn flowers. According to Feng Shui philosophy They are ideal flowers for attract joy and laughter home and its meaning was that of protection, joy and eternity.
This plant also acquires, according to Asian culture, various meanings depending on the color of its flowers. Thus, the pink color symbolizes the fragility of a relationship, the white ones indicate a deep pain after a love breakup, the yellow ones symbolize the rejection in a relationship or in love and the red ones are preferred to declare love to another person.
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