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Minnesota Mums For Northern Climates |
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Written by Kent Higgins
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The Minnesota mums, though developed primarily for northern regions, have been grown successfully in Ohio, at least as far south as Kentucky, and in the east in Maine and Massachusetts.
by KentHiggins
The Minnesota mums, though developed primarily for northern regions, have been grown successfully in Ohio, at least as far south as Kentucky, and in the east in Maine and Massachusetts.
Flowering dates, of course, will vary for the same variety in different sections of the country. In general, the farther north they are planted, the later they will be; the farther south, the earlier they will bloom. In northern regions like Minnesota, early-blooming varieties usually come into flower between the middle of August and the first of September; midseason, from early September to the middle of the month; and late varieties after that time.
Other factors besides locality, however, are important in establishing time of bloom. The flowering dates set for Minnesota mums are based on planting early in May. If the plants are set out later, bloom will come later. Planting in partial shade will also have the effect of postponing the time of bloom. Pinching the plants back delays flowering somewhat, too.
Cultural requirements. Like other outdoor chrysanthemums, the Minnesota mums prefer a well-drained, sandy loam soil. Though they will thrive in partial shade, in northern areas they will do best if planted so they receive southern exposure, Dr. Longley says. It is also advisable to protect them from northerly winds so they will survive the early fall frosts without much injury and give longer bloom.
Since chrysanthemums are heavy feeders, considerable barnyard manure should be incorporated in the soil, or commercial fertilizer not lawn fertilizer but one of a 4-12-4 formula should be applied in the spring at the rate of three or four pounds per 100 square feet. Chrysanthemums grown on poor soil have rather wiry stems and when cut for bouquets usually do not last long in the house. Heavily fertilized plants, on the other hand, produce flowers that last much longer when cut.
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