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CHRYSANTHEMUMS 
Kris-an’-the-mum From ‘’chrysos’’, gold, and “’anthos’’, flower 
Various colors 12 to 60 inches June to frost 
Roses, Carnations, Daisies and many other flowers are with us during the 
entire summer, but when the fall winds and frosts come, they are gone. The 
Chrysanthemum is then in its glory. What is nicer than having a large bou- 
quet of Mums when everything else seems to be gone for the season? What 
would be better? Why several bouquets, and you can have them by planting 
them this spring. Some will bloom until Christmas in this locality if given a 
little protection from the wind. 
CULTURE. Plant about 18 inches apart. Give them a good watering 
which should last about a week. As soon as they show signs of growth water 
again and continue to do so. Do not over-water. Use bone meal as a fertili- 
zer at planting time; liquid manure may be used once a week after buds 
start to form. This will stimulate the plant for better blooms. Do not fertilize 
after the buds show signs of color. When the plants are 4 or 5 inches high, 
they should be pinched back; this will stop the upward growth and make 
them branch out—-producing more blooms. This should be done every three 
weeks up until the middle of August. The plants are gross feeders and will 
grow in most any soil that is well drained. If you prefer large blooms to 
quantity, do not pinch back but disbud. When buds first appear, each shoot 
will have a cluster of flower buds. If large flowers are desired all buds except 
one shoot should be removed. Save the strongest, most upright bud. All side 
buds along the stem should also be removed. Remember this only applies to 
the tall growing varieties and not Cushion Mums; they should never be 
pinched back. 
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