Growing chrysanthemum multiflora
Chrysanthemums multiflora belong to the Astrov family. A characteristic feature of the variety is its short stature and the ability to form independently. Thanks to this, the bushes do not need support and pruning. Outwardly, the plant has the shape of a ball covered with flowers, and during flowering, the deciduous cap is almost completely covered with inflorescences.
Types of multiflora
Chrysanthemum varieties are conventionally divided into three groups, depending on the onset of flowering:
- early varieties (August);
- medium varieties (September);
- late varieties (early October).
The maximum height of the bush during artificial formation reaches 70 cm, and the lowest is no more than 30 cm.
The only drawback of multiflora is its low winter hardiness, which is why, in the northern regions, perennial varieties often die in cold winters, despite additional shelter.
Planting and breeding chrysanthemums
It is possible to grow multiflora chrysanthemums both in pots and outdoors. A place for landing should be chosen well-lit and not blown through by drafts. Chrysanthemums love loose soil, therefore, additional sand and organic matter must be added to the area with heavy soil.
Chrysanthemum reproduces in several ways.
Seeds:
- Sowing in open ground. At the beginning of May, prepare the holes at a distance of 30 cm from each other, water, lay out a couple of seeds. Sprinkle with a small layer of earth and cover the area with foil until germination. After the seedlings germinate, leave one bush at a time, planting the rest. Flowering will begin 1.5 months after seed germination.
- Sowing seedlings. At the end of February, sow the seeds in a container, cover with foil. Periodically ventilate the greenhouse and moisten the soil. After the formation of 2 true leaves, dive the seedlings into separate pots.
Cuttings. Chopped cuttings are either rooted in water with their further planting, or they are immediately planted in soil consisting of a mixture of turf, perlite and sand.
By dividing the uterine bush. Dig up an adult bush and divide it into parts, each of which should have its own root system. Cut the tops with secateurs, plant in the holes and water abundantly.
Basic rules for caring for multiflora
Chrysanthemum of this species, however, like others, is very fond of moisture. In hot summer, watering should be done daily, and the soil around the bush should be loosened. During the growing season, it is enough to make one feeding with a solution of mullein or bird droppings, provided that the hole was fertilized before planting.
Once every three years, the bushes should be transplanted to a new place so that the variety does not degenerate and lose its shape.
Multiflora does not need additional pruning, only after flowering the shoots are cut off, leaving 20 cm, and the bush is mulched. Chrysanthemums growing in open ground for the winter are sprinkled and sprinkled with foliage or shavings, and the pots are brought into the room.