Chrysanthemum care tips

Colours and shapes

The name comes from the Greek words chrys (gold) and anthemom (flower). The original colour of the Chrysanthemum was gold, but nowadays it comes in many different colours. Consumers can choose from warm yellow gold, bronze and orange to greens. But also subtle whites, pinks and purples are available. The Chrysanthemum blooms are divided into 10 different blooms. From pompon, the form is full double, to spider form where the disk florets are concealed.

Chrysanthemum Care Tips for Growers

For growers aiming to optimize the growth and aesthetic appeal of Chrysanthemums, integrating effective care products such as Chrysal OVB and Chrysal Viva into your cultivation practices can yield significant benefits. Chrysal Viva is particularly advantageous for both cut flowers and potted plants. Chrysal Viva is user-friendly and is not just a growth application for Phalaenopsis; as a post-harvest application, it enhances the ornamental value of the leaves and flowers in Rosa, Anthuriums, and Chrysanthemums. This product helps maintain the beauty of flowers and plants longer, ensures more intense and vibrant colours and prevents leaf yellowing. Incorporating these Chrysal products into your routine ensures that your Chrysanthemums are vibrant, healthy, and visually stunning.

Chrysanthemum care tips for florist

You can combine the Chrysanthemum with almost any other flower but especially with Rose and Anthurium. This combination gives you an outstanding bouquet.

• Use clean containers and tools
• Remove the wrapping, recut stems and remove foliage which will sit under the water line before placing into a solution of Chrysal Professional 2
• Provide your customers with sufficient sachets of Chrysal flower food with their bouquet.
• Chrysanthemums, like all cut flowers, are sensitive to draughts and direct heat, so give consideration where you display your flowers.

Chrysanthemum care tips for consumers

Take care of your Chrysanthemums and you can enjoy your flowers for over 2 weeks.

• Use a clean vase and fresh tap water.
• Add the right amount of Chrysal flower food. Please read the description on the package.
• Cut 2 – 5 cm from the stem using a clean knife.
• Make sure there are no leaves in the water.
• Chrysanthemums like all cut flowers, are sensitive to draught and direct heat.
• Don’t place the Chrysanthemums next to ripening fruit or vegetables. The ethylene produced by the fruit and vegetables makes the flowers wilt earlier.
• Top up the vase with fresh tap water and flower food as required.