Chrysanthemum Shamrock is a unique and eye-catching variety known for its striking lime-green, almost chartreuse-coloured blooms. This unusual colour sets it apart from traditional chrysanthemums, making it a popular choice for the garden bed,floral arrangements and exhibition displays. The flowers are typically fully double, with tightly packed, spooned or quilled petals.
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
Growing Options: Can be grown in the ground or in pots
Characteristics:
- Flower Type: Open thicker quilled spider
- Colour: Vibrant green, sometimes with a hint of yellow undertones.
- Bloom Size: Medium to large, depending on cultivation and disbudding
- Bloom Time: Mid-to-late autumn (April–May in New Zealand)
- Growth Habit: Upright, with strong stems, making it ideal for cutting and floral arrangements
- Pruning:
- January prune to encourage strong branching and healthy growth
- A light tidy-up in February to remove weak shoots
- Fertilizing:
- Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer (e.g., Novatec or Osmocote) in early growth stages
- Use sulphate of potash leading up to flowering to enhance bloom color and strength
- Pinching/Disbudding:
- Pinching in early growth stages encourages a well-shaped plant
- Disbudding (removing side buds) can be done to produce larger, show-quality blooms
- Support: Requires staking or netting due to its tall stems and large flowers
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
- Exquisite cut flower, with long-lasting blooms and strong stems
- Ideal for floral arrangements, thanks to its unique champagne-gold hue
- Popular for horticultural shows due to its refined petal structure and elegant form
- Adds a warm, interesting touch to garden borders and floral displays