2022年3月11日 · Here's how to grow and enjoy these "sometimes" perennials. What kind of mums should you plant? There are garden mums, also called hardy mums, and florist mums. Garden mums thrive in zones 4 to 9, while florist mums—like the ones you find at grocery store in gift pots—are only hardy to USDA Hardiness zones 7 to 9 (find your zone here). Read ...

2024年7月30日 · There are two different types of mums: 1) “Garden” mums (found at garden nurseries) are hardy perennial plants. 2) “Florist” mums (often found at grocery stores and flower shops) are treated as decorative annuals and not grown to survive the winter.

2025年1月16日 · To encourage perennial mums to return year after year, here are the keys to success: Plant mums in spring or summer, giving them time to establish. Place mums in a spot with full sun (afternoon shade is recommended in hot climates) and good drainage. In areas with cold winters, 4–6 inches of mulch protects their shallow root systems.

2024年11月18日 · Florist mums are grown as annuals that don’t come back yearly, whereas garden mums, also known as hardy mums, are perennials. A sure way to tell the two types of mums apart is that florist mums are usually sold in pots in the fall, covered with numerous flower buds just about to open.

2022年1月25日 · Garden mums (Chrysanthemum spp.) are herbaceous perennials in the daisy family and are stalwarts of the flowering autumn garden. Their hardiness and the fact that they can be pinched back during the summer so they won't bloom until fall, make these jewel-toned beauties a welcome splash in the garden at a time when most summer flowers have faded.

Garden mums, also known as hardy mums, are perennial mums. Cut-flower chrysanthemums, like spider mums or football mums, are perennials in Zones 5 to 9, and these types are becoming easier to find for sale online.

Chrysanthemum × morifolium, commonly known as the florist’s chrysanthemum or garden mum, is a perennial plant known for its richly colored blooms and diverse varieties. Originating from Asia, this plant has a long history of cultivation, dating back to the 15th century BC in China, and has since become a staple in gardens and floral ...

2024年10月10日 · Garden mums can grow as perennials in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9. In these zones, the winters are mild enough that most mums can survive, as long as they have proper care. North of this range, they require more work to stay alive and may not be able to withstand the cold, even with additional protection.

2021年10月14日 · When picking out your mums, look for mums that are labeled “garden mum” or “hardy mum”. These two terms are interchangeable in the world of mums and they both indicate perennial mums. Hardy mums are usually able to be grown as perennials in USDA zones 4-9 under the correct conditions.

2024年8月6日 · Annual Vs. Perennial Mums – Quick Differentiation 1. Lifespan: Annual Mums: Live for one growing season and need to be replanted each year. Perennial Mums: Live for multiple growing seasons and return year after year. 2. Blooming Cycle: Annual Mums: Bloom profusely for one season and then die.