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the dos and donts of growing chrysanthemums in a flower pot

When you think of chrysanthemums (or “mums”), you probably think of the basic pom chrysanthemums that are everywhere in the fall: shrubby plants with blooms in autumnal shades of orange, yellow, and red. These so-called “garden” mums are affordable nursery finds that are well suited to seasonal flower displays — let them live outside until the first hard frost kills them, then toss them in the trash (or ideally, the compost pile).

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Creamy pinkish, orange colored mum flowers in a garden

Getting ready to spruce up your garden for fall? As you plan out hay bales, scarecrows, and pumpkins, don’t overlook the vibrant touch that fall mums can bring to your landscape. Wondering when to plant fall mums for the best results? In this article, our gardening expert delves into the best time to plant mums and tips for caring for mums in the fall to keep your garden looking its best.

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yellow flowers in the dirt with text overlay reading planting mums with companion's

Discover the benefits of companion planting with mums in your garden. Learn how to pair mums with other plants to create a harmonious and flourishing garden. Incorporating mums in your garden design not only adds a pop of color but also helps promote plant health and growth. Explore different combinations and elevate your gardening game with the beauty and functionality of companion planting with mums.

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colorful flowers with the words how to grow and care for mums growing and care for these cute flowers

Learn how to grow mums with tips for a beautiful garden. Discover planting chrysanthemums, fall planting, and chrysanthemum care. Perfect for beginners and advanced gardeners, these tips will help you create stunning autumn planters.

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Mums (Chrysanthemum flowers) can grow rapidly from seeds in just 10 to 15 days. However, seeds must be planted at the right time of the year and kept under appropriate conditions to perform their best. Mums take up to four months to flower from seed. Therefore, the best time to start with seeds is by sowing them indoo

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