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Universally known as the “Queen of Autumn”, the chrysanthemum is one of the most requested blooms by gardeners and homeowners. Also known as the mum, it provides different shades that bring vibrant colors to an otherwise cold and dreary garden. Chrysanthemums are perennial flowering plants that are herbaceous and can grow up to 150 cm tall. They have large flower heads and deeply lobed leaves. The yellow chrysanthemum is one of the most common species. Although most varieties of yellow chrysanthemum today are now grown “in the wild”, they have improved in terms of brightness of color, lifespan, and resistance to pests and diseases.
The yellow chrysanthemum is not just a good flower for show; it even serves important functions in the medicinal and culinary world. Yellow chrysanthemum flowers are dried to make tea. Chrysanthemum tea is even known as a helpful aid in the recovery from flu. Extracts of the plant are also proven to be good antibacterial agents.
The yellow chrysanthemum is indeed a very interesting and useful plant to grow. They are probably one of the easiest perennials to grow in a garden. Since the yellow chrysanthemum blossoms during fall, it is best planted in the early days of spring. The main goal of planting the yellow chrysanthemum during spring is to establish its root systems before the weather gets extremely hot. It thrives in full sunshine and produces the most flowers when given enough food and moisture. However, species of yellow chrysanthemum that bloom earlier are best purchased for northern climates. Earlier blooming chrysanthemums can be very interesting gifts for Easter and Mothers’ Day. They are regarded as positive and cheerful in the United States and can look great anywhere you put them. They can even go with a number of roses but can also make a statement by themselves.
Another thing that’s great about the yellow chrysanthemum is the fact that it can be planted anywhere. It makes a great accent to outdoor gardens. It looks great in containers and can even be grown indoors.
To grow the yellow chrysanthemum, make sure that the soil is rich and well-drained. Mix it with plenty of compost and fertilizer. After planting, keep the plant watered especially near the surface since it is shallow-rooted. You will need to pinch back the growth to promote a more bushy appearance. To promote more blooms, switch to a fertilizer that is high in phosphorous. The only maintenance needed by the yellow chrysanthemum is the monthly multi-purpose fertilizer and the usual insecticidal soap for aphids.
The yellow chrysanthemum is not a difficult plant to grow. Start looking for seeds and you’ll have a garden full of big sunshiny flowers in the next couple of seasons.
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Author Bio Box: Patricia Wainwright
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