Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' (28a)

☠ Toxic to humans

🐾 Toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Easy-care

ABOUT

'Poppet' is a half-hardy perennial to 85cm in height, with sprays of button-like flowers, 3-4cm in width, of a uniform buttercup-yellow in early autumn

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Asteraceae
- Synonyms
  Poppet Mum, Poppet Chrysanthemum
- Common names
  Chrysanthemum 'Poppet'
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Deciduous
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Varies
- Height
  1-2 feet (30-61 cm)
- Spread
  1-2 feet (30-61 cm)
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  5
- Native area
  Asia

Benefits

General Benefits
- Ornamental Appeal: Adds aesthetic beauty to gardens with its distinctive, colorful blooms.
- Attracts Pollinators: Invites beneficial insects like bees and butterflies, aiding in the pollination of surrounding plants.
- Long Blooming Season: Offers a prolonged period of visual interest typically from late summer through fall.
- Versatile Landscape Use: Can be used in various design schemes such as borders, container gardens, and as cut flowers.
- Drought Tolerance: Once established, can withstand periods of low water availability.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care, making it an ideal choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
- Wide Variety: Comes in a range of colors and forms, allowing for personalized garden design.
Medical Properties
- Anti-inflammatory: Chrysanthemum contains compounds that may help reduce inflammation.
- Antioxidant: The plant has antioxidants which can help protect the body from oxidative stress.
- Soothing agent: It is sometimes used in teas to help soothe sore throats.
- Cooling effect: Chrysanthemum tea is traditionally used to provide a cooling effect, and it is believed to help lower body heat.
- Vision health: The plant is believed to support vision health, particularly in preventing or managing conditions like blurry vision and dry eyes.
Please note that while these uses are traditionally attributed to the chrysanthemum plant, the efficacy and safety of such treatments may not be scientifically verified and should not replace professional medical advice or treatment.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Insect Repellent: Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' contains pyrethrin, a natural insect repellent, which can be used to keep mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests at bay without using synthetic chemicals.
- Bioindicator Species: Can be used as an indicator of air pollution levels in an area, as their leaves may exhibit damage or discoloration in response to certain pollutants.
- Photography: The vibrant colors and unique patterns of Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' make it an excellent subject for botanical photography, often used in calendars and art prints.
- Companion Planting: Used in vegetable gardens to repel harmful insects and protect crops such as tomatoes and peppers, enhancing overall garden health without pesticides.
- Art and Crafts: The petals of the Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' can be used for making natural dyes for fabrics, or in potpourri for their color and subtle fragrance.
- Natural Confetti: Dried petals of the Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' can be tossed as eco-friendly confetti for outdoor celebrations, decomposing naturally without harming the environment.
- Décor: Live or dried Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' arrangements are used in interior decoration to add a pop of color and a touch of nature to indoor spaces.
- Culinary Garnish: Although not a common practice, Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' can be used to garnish food plates, but only when assured they are free from pesticides and suitable for human consumption.
- Educational Tool: The Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' serves as a model for teaching botany and horticulture, illustrating plant growth, reproduction, and care to students and gardening enthusiasts.
- Fragrance: While not commonly known for their scent, Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' can be included in floral arrangements to provide a delicate aroma to a room or an event setting.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The chrysanthemum is used in Feng Shui for attracting positive energy and promoting happiness. It is recommended to place chrysanthemums in areas of the home where you want to foster joy and good health, such as the living room or family areas. The bright flowers symbolize longevity and vitality.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The chrysanthemum is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Longevity: Chrysanthemums have been associated with a long life due to their hardiness and ability to bloom into the late autumn when most other flowers have faded.
- Loyalty: In many cultures, chrysanthemums symbolize loyalty and devoted love, reflecting the flower's enduring nature and perennial return.
- Rebirth: The blooming of chrysanthemums in the fall, a time when other plants are dying, represents rebirth and the cycle of life.
- Joy: With their bright and varied colors, chrysanthemums are often associated with joy and optimism, bringing cheer to garden landscapes and floral arrangements.
- Beauty: Chrysanthemums are widely admired for their beauty and have been celebrated in art and culture, symbolizing the idea that true beauty is timeless and transcends the seasons.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

500 - 2500 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 1-2 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring-Early Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
Mums, or Chrysanthemums, prefer evenly moist soil, so it is important to water them regularly. A general rule for mums is to water with about 1 inch of water per week, but this can vary depending on climate and soil conditions. In hotter, drier periods, they may need more frequent watering, perhaps twice a week. Use a watering can or hose to slowly water the plant at the soil level to avoid wetting the foliage, which can promote disease. It is better to water deeply less frequently than to give the plant a light watering every day, as this encourages deeper root growth and resilience in the plant.
Light
Mums thrive in full sunlight for at least 5 to 6 hours a day. They perform best when they are placed in a location that receives morning sun and some partial afternoon shade, especially in hotter zones to avoid scorching the leaves. However, without enough light, mums will become leggy and produce fewer, smaller flowers. Ensure that the plant is not shaded by larger plants or structures for optimal growth and bloom.
Temperature
Mums, or Chrysanthemums, grow best at temperatures between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit, though they can tolerate a range from 32 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. They are frost-resistant and can survive a light frost, but prolonged exposure to temperatures below freezing can damage or kill the plant. In terms of heat, they can survive short periods of higher temperatures, but long stretches of heat can be detrimental to blooms and overall health.
Pruning
Mums, or Chrysanthemums, should be pruned to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Pinch back the tips of stems by 1 inch once they reach 6 inches in height, usually in late spring. Continue pinching every two to three weeks until mid-summer to promote branching and prevent leggy growth. The best time for the final pinch is around the Fourth of July, after which you should allow the plant to form buds and flowers for the fall blooming period.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
Mums (Chrysanthemum 'Poppet') thrive in well-drained soil with a pH between 6.5 and 6.7. The best soil mix is a blend of peat, perlite, and compost which ensures good drainage while retaining enough moisture for root development. Adding a slow-release fertilizer to this mix will support healthy growth throughout the blooming season.
Repotting
Mums should be repotted every one to two years to prevent overcrowding and replenish nutrients in the soil. The best time to repot Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' is in the spring after all danger of frost has passed but before the plant begins active growth.
Humidity & Misting
Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' prefers moderate humidity levels, around 40-60%. They can adapt to lower humidity environments but keeping the humidity within this range will promote healthier blooms and foliage.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Place in bright, indirect light and water when topsoil is dry.
- Outdoor
  Full sun to partial shade, sheltered from strong winds.
- Hardiness zone
  5-9 USDA
Life cycle
Chrysanthemum 'Poppet' begins its life as a seed or cutting, germinating or rooting in moist, well-drained soil with ample sunlight. Seedlings or young plants initially develop a set of true leaves and establish a root system. As the plant matures, it enters a vegetative stage where it grows stems and foliage, becoming bushier. Once mature enough, it initiates the budding stage, where flower buds form at the tips of the stems. These buds bloom into the characteristic flowers of the Chrysanthemum, showcasing a variety of colors depending on the cultivar. After flowering, the plant enters senescence and if conditions allow, it can produce seeds before dying, or it may overwinter in milder climates, regrowing the following season.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring-Early Summer
- The Chrysanthemum 'Poppet', commonly known as mums or garden mums, is most commonly propagated through division. This process is ideally done in the spring as new growth begins. To propagate by division, dig up an established clump of mums and gently separate the roots into smaller sections, ensuring each section has both roots and shoots. These sections can then be replanted in well-draining soil with good sunlight, spaced about 18 to 24 inches apart (which is approximately 45 to 60 centimeters). Water the newly planted divisions thoroughly to help establish them. This method allows for quick growth and flowering in the same year of propagation.