Chrysanthemum Plant (Chrysanthemum morifolium) is a rewarding plant for beginners who follow a simple routine. Bushy plant covered in dense blooms in autumn and winter. A seasonal showstopper for balconies.
Buy chrysanthemum plant online from our store, and use this guide for everything from light and watering to common problems and propagation.
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Why Choose This Plant?
Key benefits: seasonal colour, great for gifting. Pot a few together on a balcony for a vivid winter display or festival decoration.
Chrysanthemum plant is a rewarding plant for beginners who follow a simple routine, and it stays a manageable size: a mature plant reaches about 30-60 cm. Good spots include: balcony, garden.
Every plant we ship is healthy, well rooted and supplied in a nursery pot, so you can start growing it as soon as it arrives.
Plant Details at a Glance
- Botanical name: Chrysanthemum morifolium
- Also known as: Guldaudi, Mums
- Care level: Moderate
- Mature size: 30-60 cm
- Best placement: Balcony, garden
- Light: Full sun (5-6 hrs)
- Watering: Every 2-3 days; keep moist
- Pet safety: Toxic
Chrysanthemum Plant Care Guide
Light Requirements
Light requirement: full sun (5-6 hrs). More sun means more flowers, so choose the brightest spot you have. In peak summer, young or newly bought plants appreciate a little afternoon shade for the first week or two while they adjust.
Watering Schedule
Recommended watering: every 2-3 days; keep moist. Water deeply at the base of the plant, ideally in the morning, rather than sprinkling the leaves. Check the soil first: it should be slightly moist, never soggy. Pots dry out quickly in summer, so check daily during heatwaves.
Soil and Potting Mix
Recommended mix: Rich loamy mix: 40% garden soil, 30% compost/vermicompost, 20% cocopeat, 10% sand. Use a large pot with drainage holes, as flowering plants need room for roots. Top up the soil with fresh compost every few months and repot every one to two years in the cooler months.
Fertilizer and Feeding
Vermicompost + bone meal every 3-4 weeks; potash-rich organic feed during flowering. Always water the plant before feeding, and never apply more than the recommended amount.
Temperature and Climate
Ideal temperature range: 15-38?C. Most flowering plants love warmth and sun, but extreme heat above 40?C can cause bud drop. Provide light shade and extra water during heatwaves, and protect tender plants from frost in winter.
How to Propagate It at Home
Take 8-10 cm tip cuttings from healthy stems in the growing season and root them in a moist mix.
Propagating is a simple, low-cost way to fill more pots or share plants with friends and family.
Common Chrysanthemum Plant Problems and Solutions
The most common issue is powdery mildew in humidity. Our pro tip: pinch tips early for bushier growth.
Inspect new shoots and buds for aphids, whiteflies and mealybugs. Spray diluted neem oil in the evening every 10-15 days, and remove spent flowers and dry leaves regularly to keep the plant healthy.
Where to Place It and Pet Safety
Best spots: balcony, garden. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and contact a vet if any part is chewed or swallowed.
What You Will Receive
You will receive one live, healthy plant in a nursery pot, packed securely to arrive in good condition. Plants are natural products, so leaf size, shape and pattern can vary slightly from the photos.
To keep it thriving, we suggest pairing it with: vermicompost + potting mix from our store.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does a chrysanthemum plant flower?
In most of India they bloom in autumn and winter as nights lengthen. Pinch the tips early in the season for a bushier plant with more flowers.
How often should I water this plant?
Our recommended schedule: every 2-3 days; keep moist. Always adjust to the season and check the soil first.
Is this plant good for beginners?
Chrysanthemum plant is a rewarding plant for beginners who follow a simple routine. Follow the care guide above and you should see steady growth.
Want to learn more about the botany? Read the Chrysanthemum morifolium overview on Wikipedia.
Explore more flowering plants in our store, or pair this plant with Hibiscus Plant (Gudhal) and Rose Plant (Desi Gulab).
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