Overview
Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders, containers and cut flowers.
About
Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' is a bushy, clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Chrysanthemum genus, known for its fragrant, pinnately lobed foliage and diverse flowerhead shapes that bloom from late summer through late autumn. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered aspects with fertile, moist but well-drained soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is well suited for borders, containers, and cut flowers. Cultivation involves staking taller varieties and propagation can be achieved through seed, basal softwood cuttings, or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Chrysanthemum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Containers, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise'
- Propagation
- Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division
- Pest resistance
- Capsid bug, Earwigs, Chrysanthemum eelworm, Aphids, Chrysanthemum leaf miner, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Glasshouse grey mould, Powdery mildews, Chrysanthemum white rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise'?
Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' need?
Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, sand and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' hardy in the UK?
Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Chrysanthemum 'Brierton Louise'?
Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.
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