Overview
Chrysanthemum 'Marjolein Bronze'PBR is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Marjolein Bronze'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 'Marjolein Bronze' PBR is a bushy, clump-forming cultivar of the Chrysanthemum genus, which comprises upright, woody perennials with fragrant, pinnately lobed foliage and diverse flowerhead shapes. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered aspects, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained soils including loam, sand, and clay with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders, containers, and cut flowers, blooming in autumn. Taller varieties may require staking to support their growth.
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 'Marjolein Bronze'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 'Marjolein Bronze'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 'Marjolein Bronze'PBR?
Chrysanthemum 'Marjolein Bronze'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Marjolein Bronze'PBR need?
Chrysanthemum 'Marjolein Bronze'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 'Marjolein Bronze'PBR hardy in the UK?
Chrysanthemum 'Marjolein Bronze'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 'Marjolein Bronze'PBR?
Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.
More in the Chrysanthemum genus
- Chrysanthemum 'Andrew'
- Chrysanthemum 'Blizzard'
- Chrysanthemum 'Alexandra'
- Chrysanthemum 'Allyson Peace' (14a)
- Chrysanthemum 'Amelia Jogger'PBR
- Chrysanthemum 'Amethyst'
- Chrysanthemum 'Amiko Yellow'PBR
- Chrysanthemum 'Anastasia Dark Bronze'PBR