Overview
Chrysanthemum 'Ermine' (23a) is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Ermine' (23a) 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 'Ermine' is a bushy, clump-forming herbaceous perennial within the Chrysanthemum genus, known for its upright, woody habit 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, including loam, sand, or clay of varying pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it blooms in autumn and is suitable for borders, containers, and as cut flowers. 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 'Ermine' (23a) 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 'Ermine' (23a)
- 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 'Ermine' (23a)?
Chrysanthemum 'Ermine' (23a) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Ermine' (23a) need?
Chrysanthemum 'Ermine' (23a) 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 'Ermine' (23a) hardy in the UK?
Chrysanthemum 'Ermine' (23a) 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 'Ermine' (23a)?
Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.
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