Inside a steamy greenhouse, it almost looks like fall. Rows and rows of racks holding green mounds, with a hint of yellow here and a touch of rust there, fill the space. Outside, rows of the mounds, ...

Before the poinsettias start showing up and after the jack-o’-lanterns have been put away, mums are still in full force until Thanksgiving. Few things are as welcoming as a pot of simple mums. No ...

There are two mum types: florist and garden perennial mums. Botanically, they are both members of the genus Chrysanthemum, with many hybrids in each category. The main difference between florist mums ...

If you think you have a ‘black thumb’ a surefire way to turn it a bit green this fall is placing a few garden mums in your yard or on your balcony. Yes, I know that, technically, you really aren’t ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Ah, chrysanthemums — the bright blooms that signify the last call for warm weather and the waning amount of long, sun-filled days. But did you ...

Light frosts only harm blooms, but hard freezes can kill mum roots. Use mulch, covers, or shelter for protection; wait until spring to prune. Choose hardy mums for outdoor planting—florist mums need ...