Chrysanthemum rubellum 'Clara Curtis' - Hardy Chrysanthemum
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Hardy garden mum
Scientific name: Chrysanthemum rubellum
Flower color: Soft pink to salmon
Height at maturity: 0.5–0.7 m
Width at maturity: 0.5–0.6 m
Habit: Compact, bushy
Flowering period: Late summer to autumn
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Moderate
Soil type: Well-drained, fertile
Hardiness zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent once established
Pollinator-friendly plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Water regularly during growth and reduce watering once established. Pinch stems in spring to encourage a compact and bushy shape.
Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and stimulate new flower production. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a dense and balanced silhouette.
Ideal for beds, borders, and containers, this pink chrysanthemum adds a delicate and warm touch in autumn. Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects for a vibrant and dynamic garden.