Also known as Mum · 759 gardener saves
Chrysanthemum: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Chrysanthemum, the genus most gardeners know as mum. We track 25 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Chrysanthemum varieties
Of 25 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedShasta Daisy
Chrysanthemum leucanthemum 'Becky'
#2 most savedGarden Mum
Chrysanthemum x hybrida 'Christy'
#3 most savedShasta Daisy
Chrysanthemum leucanthemum 'May Queen'
Mammoth Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Mammoth'
Mammoth Garden Mum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Hardy Mammoth Mum Collection'
Small Wonder Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Small Wonder'
Chrysanthemum x morifolium Red
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Red'
Lavender Daisy Mum Mammoth Mum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Lavender Daisy Mammoth Mum'
Cheerleader Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Cheerleader'
Mammoth Mum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Mammoth Mum'
Country Girl Mum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Country Girl'
Yellow Quill Mammoth Mum
Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Yellow Quill Mammoth Mum'
Browse all 25 Chrysanthemum varieties →
How to grow Chrysanthemum
What the Chrysanthemum varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 25 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Chrysanthemum year
- Pinch TipsApril–June84% of varieties
Pinch growing tips every 2-4 weeks until early July for bushier growth
- DivideMarch and April80% of varieties
Divide clumps every 2-3 years in early spring to maintain vigor
- FertilizeApril–July80% of varieties
Apply balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks until buds show color
- Winter PrepNovember64% of varieties
Apply a thick layer of mulch after the ground freezes lightly for insulation
- Spring CleanupFebruary and March64% of varieties
Cut old woody stems back to 1-2 inches above the ground
- DeadheadJuly–October36% of varieties
Remove spent flowers to keep plants tidy during the long bloom period
Do
- Water deeply once a week 🌱
- Apply balanced fertilizer monthly
- Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Deadhead spent flowers for continuous bloom
- Apply balanced fertilizer monthly during active growth
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid overwatering in winter ❌
- Don’t prune in late fall or winter
- Overwater to avoid root rot ❌
What goes wrong with Chrysanthemum
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap |
| Spider mites | Webbing and speckled leaves | Introduce predatory mites or spray with water |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Increase humidity and apply insecticidal soap |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Apply fungicide and improve air circulation. |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply organic fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and browning roots | Reduce watering and ensure proper drainage |
Making more Chrysanthemum
Division
- Divide clumps in early spring or fall
- Use a sharp knife or spade
- Plant divisions immediately in prepared soil
- Water thoroughly after planting
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch softwood cuttings in late spring
- Dip in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist potting mix
- Keep soil moist and place in indirect light
- Roots form in 4–6 weeks
Chrysanthemum questions
How many types of Chrysanthemum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 25 distinct Chrysanthemum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 759 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Chrysanthemum grow in?
Across its varieties, Chrysanthemum covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Chrysanthemum bloom?
Most Chrysanthemum varieties bloom in mid-summer, late summer, late spring to summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Chrysanthemum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Chrysanthemum shows up in
Related genera
Design with Chrysanthemum in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
