The Chrysanthemum 'Chiffon' is a delightful cultivar celebrated for its abundant blooms and subtle colouration. When disbudded (removing surplus buds to focus energy on fewer blooms), flowers can reach up to 18 cm in diameter.
Growing Information
Blooming Period: March to April
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
Growing Information
Blooming Period: March to April
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
- Flower Type: Intermediate incurve, giving the flowers a full, rounded appearance.
- Colour: Soft pink ivory petals with hints of apricot surrounding a yellow center.
- Bloom Size: Medium to large, depending on cultivation methods
- Bloom Time: early to mid autumn (March - April 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