Chrysanthemum ‘Dusky Queen’ is a regal and captivating variety, loved for its rich, dusky tones and elegant spidery blooms. This chrysanthemum brings a sophisticated touch to autumn gardens and floral arrangements. Its strong stems, long-lasting flowers, and striking color palette make it a standout choice for cut flower growers and garden enthusiasts alike.
Blooming Period: April to May
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Characteristics:
Blooming Period: April to May
Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Characteristics:
- Flower Type: Spider
- Colour: Apricot Tones
- Bloom Size: Large when grown as a Disbud
- Bloom Time: Mid-to-late autumn (April–May in New Zealand)
- Growth Habit: Upright with strong, slender stems and multiple blooms per stem
- Pruning:
- January prune to encourage bushier growth
- Light tidy-up in February to remove weak shoots
- Fertilizing:
- Balanced slow-release fertilizer (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, as this variety thrives with multiple flowers
- 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
- A chrysanthemum that produces abundant blooms suitable for the home garden, Flower farm and as a Show Flower