Chrysanthemum maximum Northern Lights

Hardy Herbaceous Perennial

• Flowers in : Late Summer to Autumn
• Germination : Experience Useful
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cut Flowers
• Special Features : Flowers in 1st Year
• Height : 18 inches

Description

Valuable border and cut flower plant with clusters of up to 7 pure white flowers on each stem, with an attractive yellow disc. Blooms over a long period.

Sowing Instructions

Sow from February to July on the surface of a good compost and just cover with Sow-Lite (vermiculite). Germination usually takes 5-21 days at 15-20C (59-68F).

Growing Instructions

Transplant when large enough to handle into boxes and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 30cm (12in) apart in a sunny spot in ordinary garden soil.

Aftercare

Cut stems back to ground level in December.

Caution

May cause skin allergy