'Kokka Shyzan' is a striking chrysanthemum variety that offers large, vibrant red blooms suitable for both garden display and floral arrangements. With proper care, including disbudding, staking, and appropriate cultural practices, this cultivar can be a standout addition to any garden.
Growing Information
Blooming Period: April to May
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
Growing Information
Blooming Period: April to May
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
- Flower Type: Decorative/Incurved
- Color: Deep red
- Bloom Size: Medium to large, depending on cultivation methods
- Bloom Time: Mid-to-late autumn (April–May in New Zealand)
- Growth Habit: Upright with strong stems, ideal for cut flowers and display
- Pruning:
- January prune for shaping and strong branching
- A light tidy-up in February to remove weak shoots
- Fertilizing:
- Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer like Novatec or Osmocote
- Apply sulphate of potash leading up to flowering for improved bloom quality and color intensity
- Pinching/Disbudding:
- Early pinching encourages more branching
- Disbudding (removing side buds) helps develop larger, more refined blooms
- Support: Staking or netting is recommended to keep stems upright, especially in windy areas
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained to avoid root issues
- A classic show bloom, often grown for exhibitions
- Excellent as a cut flower, thanks to its strong stems and rich color
- Works beautifully in floral arrangements and garden displays