How to Grow Chrysanthemums? A Complete Guide to Care Methods and Things to Note

I. Growing Environment

1. Soil: It is best to use loose, sandy soil with good drainage, and acidic soil is the best choice.

2. Watering: Water promptly during dry weather and drain promptly during the rainy season; ensure sufficient moisture around the bud-forming stage, and the soil should not be too dry or too wet; if waterlogging occurs due to too much watering, take drainage measures promptly to avoid root rot.

3. Fertilizing: Ensure sufficient nutrients during the growing period, mainly nitrogen fertilizer, supplemented by phosphorus and potassium fertilizer. This can make the chrysanthemum branches more robust. Water appropriately after fertilizing.

4. Light: Give it about 12 hours of light each day, but do not let it be exposed to strong sunlight, otherwise its flowering period may be shortened.

II. Propagation Methods

1. Cutting propagation: Insert the cuttings into the potting soil, press the soil firm, water appropriately after cutting, and keep the flower soil moist. During the day, it is best to place the flower pot indoors to avoid strong light.

2. Root division propagation: Dig up the mother plant, select chrysanthemum seedlings with many roots and remove them for planting, then press the soil firm and water appropriately.

III. Common Pests and Diseases

The commonly seen pests and diseases are brown spot disease, powdery mildew, aphids, etc., mostly caused by insufficient light, lack of ventilation, and large temperature differences between day and night. They can be controlled with agents such as carbendazim. Usually, also pay attention to strengthening ventilation and giving it sufficient light.