Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Perfectly Orange' ~ Perfectly Orange Mum

Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Perfectly Orange' ~ Perfectly Orange MumPerfectly Orange Mum is a compact evergreen perennial with a mounded habit and dark green foliage. The masses of large bright orange double flowers with darker centers cover the foliage and bloom from late summer through fall. Prefers full sun and moist well drained soil, but protection from afternoon sun in Southern climates. Heat and drought tolerant. Note: avoid larger containers due to low vigor. Type: Perennial Height: 1. 5 2 Spread: 1. 5 2'

Perfectly Orange Mum is a compact evergreen perennial with a mounded habit and dark green foliage.  The masses of large bright orange double flowers with darker centers cover the foliage and bloom from late summer through fall.  Prefers full sun and moist well-drained soil, but protection from afternoon sun in Southern climates.  Heat and drought tolerant. Note: avoid larger containers due to low vigor.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance. Pinch back stems as needed to control height.  Aphids, thrips and spider mites may cause significant damage. Potential disease problems include Botrytis, leaf spots, rust, powdery mildew, stem and root rots, verticillium wilt, aster yellows, and viruses.

 LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Coral Bells, Cheddar Pink, Dead Nettle

IMAGE: Photos by BallSeed Inc, Perfectly Orange Garden Mum

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.