$9.00 - Chrysanthemum Plug Plants supplied as a 3cm x 5cm coir and peat plug.
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$13.00 - Chrysanthemum plant supplied in a 7cm pot
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When you receive your plugs or 7cm potted plants, 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
‘Ballet Girl’ is an enchanting chrysanthemum that truly lives up to its name. The bloom begins in an exquisite, delicate form, then over several days the petals unfurl gracefully into a full skirt, revealing the yellow button centre. It’s a lovely plant to grow and a fun one to watch as it slowly develops and transforms.
Blooming Period: April to May
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Blooming Period: April to May
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
- Flower Type: Single. Section 7
- Colour: White
- Bloom size: 14 to 18cm size bloom
- Bloom Time: Late season, typically April to May in New Zealand
- Growth Habit: Tall to 1.2m. Cutting back in January is recommended.
- Pruning: Perform two "stops" (Pinching) to encourage bushier growth and more abundant flowering. The first stop should be done between October and December, followed by a second stop in January.
- Fertilising: Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser during the growing season. Incorporate sulphate of potash in late summer to enhance bloom quality and stem strength.
- Disbudding: Can be grown as a spray; disbudding (removing side buds) can produce enchanting blooms.
- Staking or netting will be beneficial in windy conditions.
- Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot.
- Versatility: Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers, as well as for use in cut flower arrangements due to its sturdy stems and long vase life.