Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemum Rose Pink Debonair = 'Rosepink Yodebo' (22c)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Hard-care

ABOUT

The Chrysanthemum Rose Pink Debonair, commonly known as the hardy mum, is a perennial flowering plant that showcases a lush display of rose-pink blossoms. Its blooms are characterized by a dense arrangement of petals, unfurling in a fashion that creates a full, cushion-like appearance. Each multi-layered flower head presents a delicate color gradient, with the shades ranging from a soft, almost pastel pink in the outer petals to a more intense, rich pink near the center. The plant's flowers exude a classic charm and are typically dense, providing a significant impact in garden displays with their vibrant hues. The foliage of the hardy mum is deep green, providing a sharp contrast to the bright blooms, and is made up of compact, lobed leaves. These leaves often have a slightly serrated edge and a glossy surface that adds to the plant's visual appeal. Together, the lush leaves and abundant flowers form a harmonious aesthetic, making the Chrysanthemum Rose Pink Debonair a popular choice for gardeners looking to add a splash of color to their landscape.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Asteraceae
- Synonyms
  Hardy Chrysanthemum, Garden Mum, Mum
- Common names
  Chrysanthemum × morifolium 'Rosepink Yodebo', Dendranthema × grandiflorum 'Rosepink Yodebo'.
Toxicity
- To humans
  Chrysanthemums are generally not considered highly toxic to humans, but they can cause skin irritation in some individuals due to the presence of certain chemicals such as sesquiterpene lactones. If ingested, chrysanthemums might cause mild gastrointestinal upset, including symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and salivation. While ingestion typically does not result in severe poisoning, anyone experiencing adverse effects after handling or consuming chrysanthemums should seek medical attention.
- To pets
  Chrysanthemums, commonly known as mums, can be toxic to pets such as dogs and cats if ingested. The symptoms of poisoning in pets may include vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivation, incoordination, and dermatitis. In severe cases, ingestion may lead to more significant signs such as agitation or neurological symptoms. If you suspect your pet has ingested chrysanthemums, it is essential to contact a veterinarian promptly.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Deciduous
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Rose-pink
- Height
  2 feet (0.61 meters)
- Spread
  2 feet (0.61 meters)
- Plant type
  Herb
- Hardiness zones
  5
- Native area
  Asia

Benefits

General Benefits
- Aesthetic Appeal: Adds vibrant pink color and visual interest to gardens and landscapes.
- Ease of Care: Generally easy to maintain, requiring regular watering and occasional fertilization.
- Durability: Known for being hardy and able to withstand various environmental conditions.
- Pest Resistance: Possesses natural resistance to many common garden pests.
- Long Blooming: Offers a long flowering period from late summer to fall, providing extended color.
- Versatility: Suitable for borders, beds, and containers, offering flexibility in garden design.
- Attraction of Beneficial Insects: Draws in pollinators like bees and butterflies, supporting biodiversity.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Floral Arrangements: The vibrant flowers of the chrysanthemum can be used in floral arrangements to add a pop of color and texture.
- Photography Subjects: Their unique coloration and form make them excellent subjects for botanical and garden photography.
- Fabric Dyes: Petals of the chrysanthemum can be used to produce natural dyes for fabrics, yielding hues of pink and rose.
- Artistic Inspiration: They can inspire artists and be featured in paintings, drawings, and other decorative arts.
- Culinary Garnish: Although typically not recommended for consumption, petals can occasionally be used as an ornamental garnish for special dishes.
- Education: The chrysanthemum can be used for educational purposes, teaching botany students about plant morphology and breeding.
- Bioindicators: They can act as bioindicators by reflecting the health of their environment through their growth and bloom.
- Companion Planting: Chrysanthemums may be used in gardens to repel certain pests, benefiting the growth of other plants.
- Wedding Decor: Their elegant appearance makes them suitable for wedding bouquets and venue decorations.
- Symbolism: In various cultures, they are used to convey messages of joy, longevity, and love, often included in ceremonial and ritualistic practices.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The Chrysanthemum is often used in Feng Shui to bring happiness and laughter into the home, as well as longevity and ease within one's life. Rose pink varieties like this can be particularly associated with love and romance, so placing them in relationship areas or the bedroom can be auspicious.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Chrysanthemum is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Life and Rebirth: Chrysanthemums, often called mums, symbolize life and rebirth, making them common gifts for birthdays and baby showers.
- Longevity: In some cultures, mums represent longevity and health, as they are known for their hardiness and ability to survive in harsh conditions.
- Happiness and Joy: The vibrant 'Rose Pink' color of this mum variety can be associated with feelings of happiness and the joyous moments in life.
- Loyalty and Devotion: The steadfastness of the mum bloom lends itself to symbolize loyalty and devotion between friends and loved ones.
- Vibrancy: The rich, deep pink hues of the 'Rose Pink Debonair' variety convey vibrancy and energy, celebrating life's fullness.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

500 - 2500 Lux

Light

💦️

50%

Humidity

🪴

Every year

Repotting

🌱️

Spring-Early Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
For a Hardy Mum such as the 'Rosepink Yodebo', it is vital to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the active growing season in the spring and summer. Watering should be done deeply and thoroughly, ensuring that the water reaches the roots but allows the soil to dry slightly between waterings—typically once every week. Depending on climate conditions, this could translate to approximately 1 gallon of water weekly for outdoor garden plants. Overhead watering should be avoided to prevent fungal diseases; instead, water at the base of the plant to keep foliage dry.
Light
Hardy Mums thrive in full sunlight. Position your 'Rosepink Yodebo' where it will receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. A spot that offers morning sun and some afternoon shade can also be beneficial, particularly in regions with very hot summers, to prevent scorching of the leaves.
Temperature
The 'Rosepink Yodebo' Hardy Mum grows best in temperatures ranging from 55 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. These plants can tolerate minimum temperatures down to 32 degrees Fahrenheit for short periods. Ensure that the plant is protected from extreme cold, ideally not exposed to temperatures below freezing to avoid damage.
Pruning
Pruning the 'Rosepink Yodebo' Hardy Mum is important for maintaining plant health, encouraging bushiness, and improving blooming. Prune back in late spring or early summer, cutting back the stems by one-third to promote branching. Deadheading spent blooms throughout the blooming period will also encourage more flowers. The best time for the main pruning is after the last frost in spring.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
Mums prefer well-drained fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. A mix of peat, perlite, and compost will provide good aeration and nutrients.
Repotting
Mums should be repotted every one to two years, ideally in the spring as new growth begins.
Humidity & Misting
Mums thrive best in moderate humidity levels around 40-60%.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Ensure full sun, moderate humidity, and good airflow for mums indoors.
- Outdoor
  Plant mums in well-draining soil, full sun, and provide regular watering.
- Hardiness zone
  5-9 USDA.
Life cycle
The Chrysanthemum 'Rosepink Yodebo' starts its life as a seed or a vegetatively propagated cutting. After germination or rooting, it enters the vegetative stage, where it develops a rosette of foliage and roots. As it matures, it undergoes a bolting phase, influenced by day length and temperature, which triggers the development of flower stalks. This is followed by the flowering stage, whereby buds form and bloom into distinctive pink flowers. After pollination and fertilization, the plant produces seeds, completing the sexual reproductive cycle. Eventually, the plant reaches senescence, where flower and leaf production slow down, and may die back if exposed to harsh winter conditions or if it is an annual variety.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring-Early Summer
- The Chrysanthemum, known as 'Rosepink Yodebo', can be propagated most effectively through cuttings. This method is often employed during the plant's active growth phase, typically in spring or early summer. To propagate, a gardener would take a 4 to 6 inch (about 10 to 15 cm) cutting from a healthy, non-flowering stem, making sure to include several sets of leaves. The bottom leaves of the cutting are removed, and the stem is dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. This prepared cutting is then inserted into a moistened mixture of equal parts peat and perlite or sand to provide an ideal rooting medium. The cutting is kept under indirect light and consistently moist until it develops a robust root system, at which point it can be transplanted to a more permanent location. This simple but effective method can result in a new, genetically identical plant within a few weeks to a few months, depending on growing conditions.