10/29/2026
Plant of the Week! - 10/29/26 - Hardy Mums! (Chrysanthemums)
When we think of Chrysanthemums, or "Mums," we often picture the colorful potted flowers sold at grocery stores every fall. But did you know that there are also varieties that can survive our cold Utah winters? (Yes, that means that you don't need to buy new mums for your porch every single year!)
Hardy Chrysanthemums (Chrysanthemum spp.) are beautiful, fall-blooming perennials that return year after year! Unlike many of the seasonal florist mums, these varieties are bred or selected for their cold hardiness, making them a wonderful (and colorful) addition to your perennial garden.
📈Quick facts:
Sun: Full sun, at least 6 hours daily.
Water: Moderate, regular watering with good drainage.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9 or 4–9 (for the varieties we carry)
Height: Generally 1–2 feet, depending on variety.
Bloom Time: Late summer through fall. (usually mid of Sept. through mid Oct. in our area)
Flowers: A wide variety of colors, shapes, and sizes.
Plant Type: Hardy, herbaceous perennial.
Appearance & Flowering -
Hardy Chrysanthemums grow into beautiful, bushy perennials covered in colorful flowers. Their blooms come in a variety of types, from simple daisy-like flowers to large, rounded blossoms with dozens of petals! We also think that they add stunning coloring in the fall, and can even be a little spooky leading up to Halloween!
Here at the Garden Center, we currently carry 13 different varieties!
'Burnt Copper'
'Centennial Sun'
'Centerpiece'
'Clara Curtis'
'Grape Glow'
'Hillside Sheffield Pink'
'Maroon Pride'
'Mellow Moon'
'Minnruby'
'Rose Blush'
'Snowsota'
'White Bomb'
'Zonta'
You might ask, What's the difference between Hardy Mums and Grocery Store Mums?
Many mums sold at grocery stores are grown primarily for their color and to give temporary fall decorations. While they are beautiful, they will not live over winter in our area.
Hardy Chrysanthemums, on the other hand, are selected for their ability to survive colder temperatures and return as perennials! That is why we only carry the hardy types!
Until next week, happy planting!🌺
- Split Mountain Garden Center
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When we think of Chrysanthemums, or "Mums," we often picture the colorful potted flowers sold at grocery stores every fall. But did you know that there are also varieties that can survive our cold Utah winters? (Yes, that means that you don't need to buy new mums for your porch every single year!)Ha...
