Chrysanthemums are often considered to be a key part of autumn floral displays and ornamental gardens. Readily available at big box stores and plant nurseries, potted mums offer a wide array of colors that are ideal for use in fall decor. Once blooming has ceased, some growers may simply choose to dispose of the plants, but you may be surprised to find that many cultivars of chrysanthemum are actually perennial. So, do mums come back in the spring? When Do You Cut Back Mums in the Spring? Chrysanthemum hardiness varies depending upon the cultivar. This information can usually be found by conducting an online search of the specific variety being grown. Though most chrysanthemums are able to overwinter outdoors, gardeners with especially cold winter temperatures have found success overwintering the plant indoors in a cool place. To prepare the plants for winter, potted mums should be allowed to naturally slip […]
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