Chrysanthemum Winter Queen

SKU:
NZ$9.00
NZ$9.00
Unavailable
per item
Sold out

Bloom Period April to May

​$9.00 - Chrysanthemum Plug Plants supplied as a 3cm x 5cm coir and peat plug.
$13.00 - Chrysanthemum plant supplied in a 7cm pot
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 ‘Winter Queen’ is a late-flowering beauty, prized for its elegant, full blooms. As one of the last chrysanthemums to bloom, it brings a touch of grace and colour to the garden late autumn, early winter, making it a valuable addition. Its strong stems, long-lasting flowers, and soft-hued petals make it a top choice for both cut flower growers and garden enthusiasts. 

Blooming Period: April to May
​Suitable For: Cut flowers, garden displays, and exhibitions
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots

  • Flower Type: Decorative
  • Colour: White, depending on the growing season, can give a hint of pearl cream
  • Bloom Size: Up to 14 cm when grown as a disbud
  • Bloom Time: Autumn flowering
  • Growth Habit: Tall, reaching up to 1.6 meters, necessitating staking for support
Cultivation 
  • Pruning: Perform a single (pinching) between October and December to encourage branching and fuller blooms. 
  • Fertilising: Apply a balanced slow-ase fertilizer during the growing season. Incorporating sulphate of potash in late summer enhances bloom quality and stem strength.
  • Disbudding: For larger blooms, remove side buds to allow the plant to focus energy on substantial flowers.
  • Support: Due to its height, staking is essential to prevent the stems from bending or breaking.
  • Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot.
Special Features 
  • Exhibition Quality: With proper disbudding, 'Winter Queen produces large, show-quality blooms ideal for displays and competitions.
  • Garden Display: Its tall stature and vibrant colour make it a focal point in garden beds and during the autumn months.
  • Cut Flowers: The substantial blooms and long stems are excellent for cut flower arrangements, adding a touch of golden electro indoor displays.