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$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.
Chrysanthemum 'Poolys' in cream is a stunning and versatile variety, perfect for both garden displays and cut flower production. This elegant bloom features soft, creamy petals that may have subtle hints of pale yellow at the centre, giving it a warm, delicate appearance. Its classic decorative form makes it an excellent choice for floral arrangements, adding a soft, romantic touch to bouquets.
A low-maintenance chrysanthemum plant that produces abundant blooms suitable for the home garden and Flower farm.
Blooming Period: March to April
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
A low-maintenance chrysanthemum plant that produces abundant blooms suitable for the home garden and Flower farm.
Blooming Period: March to April
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
- Flower Type: Intermediate Decorative
- Colour: Soft, creamy petals
- Bloom size: Approximate 15 cm in diameter
- Bloom Time: Late season, typically April to May in New Zealand
- Growth Habit: Tall to 1.6m. Cutting back in January is recommended.
- Pruning:
- January pruning to encourage bushier growth
- Light tidy-up in February to remove weak shoots
- Fertilizing:
- Balanced slow-release fertiliser (e.g., Novatec or Osmocote)
- Additional potassium (sulphate of potash) before flowering to enhance bloom quality
- Pinching/Disbudding:
- Pinching early in the season encourages multiple blooms per stem
- Minimal disbudding is needed
- Support: May need light staking or netting to keep stems upright
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
- Highly popular in floristry and bouquets due to its bright green colour and long vase life
- Excellent as a filler flower in arrangements, adding texture and contrast
- A low-maintenance chrysanthemum that produces abundant blooms suitable for the home garden and Flower farm.
- 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.
- Popularity: Highly sought after for weddings and special occasions, bringing a warm and inviting hue that complements various colour palettes.