Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Eternal Red' ~ Eternal Red Mum

Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Eternal Red' ~ Eternal Red MumEternal Red Mum is a compact evergreen perennial with a mounded habit and dark green foliage. The masses of large rich deep red double flowers 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. Type: Perennial Height: 1. 5 2 Spread: 2 3' Spacing: 2. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:

Eternal Red Mum is a compact evergreen perennial with a mounded habit and dark green foliage.  The masses of large rich deep red double flowers 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.

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, Eternal Red Garden Mum

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