Name/Title
ChrysanthemumEntry/Object ID
GCA23_HORT_0012Description
This pressed Chrysanthemum flower showcases a beautiful, flat flower head that reveals its intricate petal design. The pressing process also highlights the rich, fragrant leaves that grow along the stem. The flower has been carefully secured to special paper with safe glue and kept protected in a sealed holder to preserve its beauty.Plant Type
PerennialBotanical Name
Family
Asteraceae (Aster Family)Genus
LeucanthemumCommon Name
Chrysanthemum (garden mum)Other Name
Garden MumGrowing Conditions
Water Needs
mediumGrowth Rate
mediumLight/Sun Exposure
Full SunSoil Type
well-drained; fertileSoil pH
slightly acidic to neutralClimate Zone
USDA 5–9Leaf/Foliage
Leaf/Foliage Color
GreenNotes
lobed leaves; dense moundsBloom
Bloom Colors
various (white; yellow; red; pink; orange)Flowering Season
fall (primarily)Notes
numerous forms and colorsMaintenance
Pruning
pinch back in spring/early summerDeadheading
recommendedShearing
shear after first flush if neededNotes
mulch for winter protectionPests/Diseases
Pest/Disease Notes
aphids; leaf miners; powdery mildewTreatment Notes
monitor pests; good sanitation; adequate spacingPropagation
Propagation Type
cuttings; divisionNotes
divide every 2–3 yearsAcquisition
Acquisition Method
BequestDate
Sep 8, 2025Aquired From
E GarzaPlace
* Untyped Place
Glenwood CemeteryNotes
2025.001Create Date
August 20, 2026Update Date
October 14, 2026