Frequent Watering Schedule for Thriving and Prolonged Mum Blossoms

Chrysanthemums, often referred to as mums, are easy-to-grow plants that require minimal care. However, consistent moisture is crucial for their flower production throughout the growing season.

The best time to water chrysanthemums is early in the morning. This allows the water to be absorbed by the plants before the heat of the day, and it reduces the likelihood of disease. Watering late in the evening may contribute to the development of late-season diseases.

In gardens, chrysanthemums seldom require extra watering, but weekly watering is beneficial to saturate the soil deeply down to the root zone of each plant. This ensures the plants receive adequate moisture without over-watering.

For those growing mums in pots, watering is necessary more frequently, especially during summer. Carefully positioning a watering can at soil level is another method for watering potted mums from below. This helps to avoid wetting or splashing soil onto the plant's leaves.

Bottom watering, which is most commonly done using drip irrigation lines or soaker hoses, is also an effective method. Potted mums can also be watered from below by briefly submerging pots into a shallow basin of water.

Consistent moisture is critical for the production of mum flowers. Deep, slow watering is more effective in delivering water to the root system. Monitoring moisture levels helps ensure that mums are not allowed to dry completely between waterings.

In regions with exceptional rainfall, chrysanthemums will seldom need supplemental water. Areas with the highest annual rainfall where chrysanthemums rarely require supplementary watering are northern Germany (Schleswig-Holstein, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Brandenburg), southern Germany near the Alps and Alpine forelands, and some mid-mountain regions; these areas have good water availability in the upper soil layers, reducing the need for extra irrigation.

However, in regions with warm temperatures and prolonged periods of drought, watering mums is most necessary. This reduces the likelihood of disease in plants and helps to stop their spread.

Perennial mums can dazzle growers season after season with their immense floral display. With proper watering, these hardy plants can provide a beautiful addition to any garden.