chrysanthemum 'Firecracker'

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A borderline hardy herbaceous perennial that, when grown as a cushion mum, reaches 40cm in height. It blooms in early autumn bearing large, bright yellow, semi-double flowers

chrysanthemum 'Firecracker'

Scientific classification

Species
chrysanthemum 'Firecracker' (Chrysanthemum 'Firecracker')
Genus
Chrysanthemum
Family
Asteraceae
Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity
Conservatory Greenhouse · Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type
0.1-0.5 metres
Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Spread
Deciduous
Foliage
Bushy
Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest
Full sun
Sunlight
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Distribution of chrysanthemum 'Firecracker'

Distribution map

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of chrysanthemum 'Firecracker'

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chrysanthemum 'Firecracker' care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering
Full sun
Sunlight
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

Pinch out cuttings-raised plants at the start of summer to encourage bushiness

Propagation

Propagate by basal cuttings in early spring

Growing

Suited to pot cultivation for flowering outdoors this cultivar is considered half-hardy needing winter protection. Water regularly and feed until flower buds colour up. See chrysanthemum cultivation

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to glasshouse grey mould, powdery mildews and chrysanthemum white rust

Pests

May be susceptible to chrysanthemum leaf miner, glasshouse whitefly and aphids

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