Chrysanthemum 'Rhumba'

Common Name: Hardy Garden Mum

(Formerly Dendranthema)

A fabulous new hybrid mum from Rika Bronsther, who also introduced Anenome x hybrida 'Party Dress' PP13844. The flower colors of this new selection will leave you reminiscing about tropical sunsets. Deep red buds open to coral-red blossoms which lighten to coral-peach as they mature. They are daisy-shaped with a yellow center and measure an average of 2 inches across. The dull green foliage forms a compact cushion-like mound that is much wider than tall. It is smothered in flowers from late summer well into fall.

Chrysanthemums are easy-to-grow plants for the perennial border or containers. They combine well with other fall blooming perennials such as Aster 'Purple Dome' and Sedum 'Autumn Joy'.

Height:

18.0-24.0 Inches

Spread:

24.0-36.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Orange Shades Peach shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall Late Fall Long Blooming

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies

Seasonal Interest:

Fall Color

Growth Rate:

Medium Rapid

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Easy To Grow Mass Planting

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Chrysanthemums are easy to grow in any well-drained soil and full sun. They can be fertilized up to 3 times during the growing season, and should be pinched back several times before the fourth of July to maintain a shorter, more compact habit. Pinching plants back too late will result in fewer flowers for fall display. Divide every 3 years to maintain vigor.

Fun Facts

Chrysanthemum flowers are edible, though they may taste a little bitter. They come in a wide range of colors which range from a peppery to pungent bitter flavor. Be sure you only eat the petals since the rest of the plant is not edible.

Characteristics