Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' — Bushy, Clump forming

Overview

Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' 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 'Smokey Purple' 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 on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained soils ranging from loam to sand and clay, with a tolerance for acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders, containers, and cut flowers, offering autumn interest. Cultivation requires fertile soil and staking for taller varieties, with propagation possible by seed, basal softwood cuttings, or division.

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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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 'Smokey Purple' 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 'Smokey Purple'

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 'Smokey Purple'?

Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' need?

Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' 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 'Smokey Purple' hardy in the UK?

Chrysanthemum 'Smokey Purple' 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 'Smokey Purple'?

Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.

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