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
