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Our Chrysanthemum Plug Plants are supplied in a 3cm x 5cm coir and peat plug.
When you receive your plugs, either pot them up or plant them out into their permanent positions. Water as needed, but take care not to overwater. For the best results, protect young plants from snails and slugs. |
Chrysanthemum ‘Yellow Willow Moon’ is a graceful and eye-catching variety that brings a soft glow to the late-season garden.
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
- Flower Type: Decorative/Incurved
- Colour: A soft yellow with a green centre
- Bloom Size: 5cm to 8cm, depending on cultivation and care
- Bloom Time: Mid-to-late autumn (March to April in New Zealand)
- Growth Habit: Upright, with sturdy stems ideal for cutting and display
- Pruning:
- January pruning to encourage strong branching and flower production
- A light tidy-up in February to remove weak shoots and improve airflow
- Fertilizing:
- Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser (e.g., Novatec or Osmocote) early in the growing season
- Use sulphate of potash in the weeks leading up to flowering to enhance bloom quality and stem strength
- Pinching/Disbudding:
- Pinching early in the season encourages a well-shaped, bushy plant
- Disbudding (removing side buds) helps produce larger, show-quality blooms
- Support: Requires staking or netting to keep stems upright, especially in exposed locations
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained to avoid root rot
- Excellent as a cut flower, with a long vase life and graceful bloom structure
- Popular for horticultural shows, thanks to its refined petal formation and gentle colour transitions
- Adds a sophisticated touch to garden borders and mixed floral plantings