Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) — Bushy, Clump forming

Overview

Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Chrysanthemum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) 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 'White Fairweather' 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, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position, and prefers moist but well-drained soil types including loam, sand, and clay with a wide pH range. Hardy to UK zone H4, it blooms in autumn and is suitable for borders, containers, and cut flowers. It can be propagated by seed, basal softwood cuttings, or division, and benefits from being moved under glass from mid-autumn.

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 'White Fairweather' (3b) 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 'White Fairweather' (3b)

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 'White Fairweather' (3b)?

Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) need?

Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) 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 'White Fairweather' (3b) hardy in the UK?

Chrysanthemum 'White Fairweather' (3b) 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 'White Fairweather' (3b)?

Seed, Basal softwood cuttings, Division.

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