Chrysanthemum Rhumba

A tropical sunset in the late season garden, Chrysanthemum 'Rhumba' is a hardy garden mum featuring profuse coral-red, daisy-like flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), adorned with a golden-yellow center. Opening from deep red buds, the blossoms lighten to coral-peach as the season progresses. Blooming from late summer to late fall, the multibranched stems are covered with flowers which stand out against the dull green foliage. This perennial forms a compact, bushy mound and does not require staking. Easy to grow, it is an excellent choice for sunny borders or containers. Ideal to brighten the fall garden!

• Grows up to 18-24 in. tall (45-60 cm) and 24-36 in. wide (60-90 cm)
• Best flowering occurs in full sun in fertile, well-drained soils enriched with organic matter and general-purpose fertilizer. Water freely in dry weather. Plant in a sheltered location to protect your Chrysanthemum from strong winds.
• Pinch out the growing tip when the plants are 6-8 in. tall (15-20 cm) to encourage free-flowering, bushy plants. Cut back to near ground level in the fall.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.