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Herbaceous Perennial

Chrysanthemum 'Clara Curtis' (21d)
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chrysanthemum 'Clara Curtis'

A bushy, clump-forming perennial to 75cm tall. This reliable, old cultivar produces loose sprays of single, pink flowerheads, 6cm across, with yellow centres that start off a greenish-yellow

Synonyms
Chrysanthemum 'Country Girl'
Chrysanthemum rubellum 'Clara Curtis'
see moreDendranthema 'Clara Curtis'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Green
Autumn Pink Yellow Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

East–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Potentially harmful
Skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Genus

Chrysanthemum are erect woody-based perennials with aromatic, pinnately lobed leaves and flowerheads of diverse form, from late summer to late autumn

Name status

Accepted

Horticultural Group
Single Korean chrysanthemums are perennials with lobed leaves and single flowerheads

How to grow

Cultivation

Does best in a well-drained, moderately-fertile soil in full sun. Pinch out the growing tip when the plants are 15-20cm tall to encourage free-flowering, bushy plants. See chrysanthemum cultivation for further information

Propagation

Propagate by division or basal stem cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Cut flowers
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Cut down to 10cm after flowering

Pests

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

Diseases

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

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