$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.
The 'Gold Courtier' chrysanthemum is a mid-season flowering variety, typically blooming from March to April. It produces blooms approximately 10 to 15 cm in diameter, which can be grown as disbudded single flowers or as a spray. The flower colour starts as a rich gold and matures to a buttery yellow. To encourage optimal growth and flowering, it's recommended to pinch (stop) the plant once between October and early December.
'Gold Courtier' serves as an excellent cut flower and in the home garden for an autumn display
Blooming Period: March to April
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
'Gold Courtier' serves as an excellent cut flower and in the home garden for an autumn display
Blooming Period: March to April
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
- Bloom Size: Large (often 10–20 cm across)
- Colour: Gold to Buttery Yellow
- Growth Habit: Upright, vigorous growth
- Flowering Period: Typically autumn (March to April)
- Light: Prefers full sun, at least 6 hours daily.
- Soil: Well-draining, rich in organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).
- Spacing: 30–45 cm apart to allow air circulation.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.
- Feeding:
- Early growth: High-nitrogen fertiliser for leafy growth.
- Mid-season: Balanced fertiliser (NPK 10-10-10 or similar).
- Budding stage: High-potassium fertiliser to enhance bloom quality.
- Pinch out the growing tips when plants reach 15 cm tall to encourage bushier growth.
- January 20th or before, cut back again to approx 15cm above soil level.
- Disbudding: Remove side buds if aiming for large show blooms.
- Due to its tall stems and heavy flowers, use stakes or grow through support rings or flower support netting.
- Common Pests: Aphids, thrips, spider mites – treat with insecticidal soap, neem oil or your favourite insecticides and fungicides.
- Diseases: Watch for powdery mildew and botrytis; ensure good airflow and avoid wet foliage.
- Shading: In NZ conditions, shading can extend the bloom season for exhibition timing.