Overview
Chrysanthemum 'Coral Reagan' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Coral Reagan' 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 'Coral Reagan' is a bushy, clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Chrysanthemum genus, known for its upright, woody growth and fragrant, pinnately lobed foliage. This deciduous cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with fertile, moist but well-drained soil of various types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is well suited to borders, containers, and as cut flowers, providing interest in the autumn months. 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 'Coral Reagan' 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 'Coral Reagan'
- 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 'Coral Reagan'?
Chrysanthemum 'Coral Reagan' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Coral Reagan' need?
Chrysanthemum 'Coral Reagan' 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 'Coral Reagan' hardy in the UK?
Chrysanthemum 'Coral Reagan' 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 'Coral Reagan'?
Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.
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