Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) (Chrysanthemum) — Bushy, Clump forming

Overview

Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) 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. It is native to Mongolia, Western Australia and Russian Far East.

About

Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae grown for its late-season flowering from August to October. It forms well-branched, deciduous clumps suited to a south-facing, sheltered position. Plant in moist but well-drained loam, sand or clay of any pH and provide full sun for best flowering.

About the genus

Chrysanthemums, sometimes abbreviated to mums or chrysanths, are perennial herbaceous flowering plants in the family Asteraceae that bloom in the autumn. They are native to East Asia and northeastern Europe. Most species originate from East Asia, and the center of diversity is in China.

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In the garden

Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) is a herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae with a natural distribution that includes Mongolia, Western Australia and the Russian Far East. It flowers reliably from August to October, making it a late-season contributor to colour when many summer perennials are fading. As a clump-former with deciduous foliage, it produces multiple stems that are appropriate for cutting as well as for structural planting in beds. Sit it in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect to maximise bloom production; the plant tolerates a wide range of soils — loam, sand or clay — and accepts acid, neutral or alkaline pH, provided the site is moist but drains freely. Its hardiness rating is H4 (average), so it will survive typical UK winter conditions across much of the country when given a protected position. Use Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) at the front or middle of mixed borders, in containers where late-season flowers are wanted, or in a cutting patch for vase work. Stems cut at the first open flower give dependable late-summer into autumn arrangements, extending the garden's flowering season from August through October.

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 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy, Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Borders, Containers, Cut flowers
Native to: Mongolia, Western Australia, Russian Far East

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f)

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 'Delistar Sunny' (9f)?

Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) need?

Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) 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 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) hardy in the UK?

Chrysanthemum 'Delistar Sunny' (9f) 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 'Delistar Sunny' (9f)?

Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.

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