Overview
Chrysanthemum 'Figrand Splendid'PBR is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Figrand Splendid'PBR 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 'Figrand Splendid' PBR is a bushy, clump-forming cultivar of the Chrysanthemum genus, known for its upright, woody perennial habit and fragrant, pinnately lobed foliage. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils including loam, sand, and clay with a wide pH range. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders, containers, and cut flowers, blooming from late summer through autumn. Cultivation involves staking taller varieties and propagation can be done by 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 'Figrand Splendid'PBR 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 'Figrand Splendid'PBR
- 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 'Figrand Splendid'PBR?
Chrysanthemum 'Figrand Splendid'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Figrand Splendid'PBR need?
Chrysanthemum 'Figrand Splendid'PBR 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 'Figrand Splendid'PBR hardy in the UK?
Chrysanthemum 'Figrand Splendid'PBR 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 'Figrand Splendid'PBR?
Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.
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