Care Guide:

• Name: Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium)
  
• Season: Winter bloomers
  
• Type: Perennial, often grown as annual
  
• Soil Needs: Fertile, well-drained sandy loam with compost + Talking Soil
  
• Light Requirement: Full sun (at least 5–6 hours)
  
• Watering: Keep moist but not soggy; dry leaves = underwatering, wilting stems = overwatering
  
• Best Pot/Bed: Terracotta pots, raised beds for bigger displays
  
• Propagation: Stem cuttings or division of clumps
  
• Special Care Tip: Pinch tips to make plants bushy; deadhead flowers to extend blooming
  
• Uses/Benefits: Garden decoration, bouquets, medicinal teas, air-purifying plant
  
• Pests/Diseases: Aphids, thrips, powdery mildew (treat with neem spray or pruning)
  
• Adding Talking Soil: Provides steady nutrients, longer blooms, and healthy roots