Chrysanthemum Symphony

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Bloom Period March to April

Height 90cm

​$9.00 - Chrysanthemum Plug Plants supplied as a 3cm x 5cm coir and peat plug.
​$13.00 - Chrysanthemum plant supplied in a 7cm pot
​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.
Chrysanthemum ‘Symphony’ is a beautiful Spider exhibition variety. This variety is highly sought after for horticultural shows due to its uniform shape and striking presence. Lovely used in floral art displays. An interesting plant for the mid to back of the border in the garden

Blooming Period: April to May
​Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
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  • Type: Spider (exhibition variety)
  • Bloom Size: Large (15–20 cm across)
  • Colour: Apricot to orange tones (may vary slightly with climate)
  • Growth Habit: Upright, with strong, sturdy stems
  • Flowering Period: Autumn (April–May) 
1. Planting & Positioning
  • Light: Requires full sun (at least 6 hours daily) for best growth.
  • Soil: Prefers rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).
  • Spacing: Plant 30–45 cm apart to improve air circulation.
2. Watering & Feeding
  • Watering:
    • Keep the soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.
    • Water at the base to prevent fungal issues.
  • Feeding:
    • Early growth: Use a high-nitrogen fertiliser to promote strong leaf and stem development.
    • Mid-season: Apply a balanced fertiliser (NPK 10-10-10).
    • Budding stage: Switch to a high-potassium feed to enhance bloom size and quality.
3. Pinching & Disbudding
  • Pinching:
    • Pinch out the growing tips when the plant reaches 15 cm tall to encourage a fuller shape.
    • Do the final cutback by the 20th of January
  • Disbudding:
    • For large, show-quality blooms, remove all side buds, keeping only one terminal bud per stem.
4. Staking & Support
  • Use stakes or a grow-through support system
5. Pest & Disease Management
  • Pests: Watch for aphids, spider mites, and thrips—treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
  • Diseases: Powdery mildew and botrytis can affect chrysanthemums—ensure good airflow and avoid overhead watering.
6. Flowering & Show Preparation
  • Timing:
    • Adjust pinching and feeding schedules to synchronise bloom times for exhibitions.
  • Shading: Light shading in late summer can help extend the flowering period if needed.
Storage: Cut flowers hold well in a cool, humid environment with proper hydration.