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Week 45 – November 05, 2024

Plant Information

Milkshake Papaya Orange Garden Mum

  • Milkshake Papaya Orange Garden Mum - Bloom
  • Milkshake Papaya Orange Garden Mum - Container
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Chrysanthemum morifolium

Common Name: Garden Mum

Hardiness Zone: 6a - 11

Blooming Season: Autumn, Late Summer

Plant Habit: Mounded

Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Frost Tolerant

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Once a week

Spacing: 12 - 30" (30 - 76cm)

Height: 14 - 24" (36 - 61cm)

Width: 20 - 36" (51 - 91cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Seven-color family has strong colors, dark green foliage and a long flowering window. 

Grower Information:
Timing Flower Date Black Cloth Response Habit Vigor
Very Late 10/21 9 weeks Mounded Medium

Very late-season, seven-color family has striking rich colors, dark green foliage and a long bloom time. Nice round plant with all colors having a matching growth habit. Flowers open gradually, offering a long shelf life. Mounded plant habit works well in all pot sizes and hanging baskets. The name refers to fruity milkshake flavors, offering a flavor for every occasion.

4" 6" 8" 10" 12" 1/2 Bushel H.B.
Natural Season
Black Cloth
Pacific Northwest
Coastal California