Pruning mums helps them grow fuller with longer-lasting blooms. Pinch tips at 4–6 inches tall, again at 12 inches tall, and stop about 100 days before bloom. Deadhead spent flowers once blooming ...
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How To Care for Mums

Mums aren't just for containers. You can grow them in the ground too. And, with a little bit of care, they'll bloom again ...
Potted chrysanthemums from the supermarket look cute on the porch until the blooms quickly fade. The right care and ...
Buy mums later in the season and choose plants full of unopened buds so they bloom longer. Give them a sunny spot, frequent deep watering, and fresh soil in a larger pot or the ground. Florist mums ...
Fall chrysanthemums, or “mums,” are a seasonal favorite that brings vibrant color to porches, patios and landscapes each year. Their colorful blooms range from sunny yellow and crisp white to autumn ...
SHREVEPORT, La. - When autumn arrives, few flowers signal the season like mums. Their vibrant colors and full blooms make them a favorite for porches, yards and seasonal displays. But according to ...
Epsom salts add magnesium and sulfur, helping mums grow taller stems and fuller blooms. Mix one tablespoon per gallon of water and apply around the base, or sprinkle dry for slow release. Test soil ...
October, I noticed a few homes had potted chrysanthemums alongside pumpkins on their porches, but for the most part, the ...
Chrysanthemums can brighten our doorsteps with weeks of blooms when cared for properly. Picking plants with unopened buds, placing them in enough sunshine, and watering frequently will keep them ...
Chrysanthemums reach their peak when most annuals and perennials are winding down for the season. That's what makes them such a popular fall flower. Here are questions and answers about mums from ...