1 / 5Key characteristics
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Height
- 18-24 inches
- Width
- 18-24 inches
- Flower color
- Soft apricot with hints of yellow
- Foliage color
- Dark green leaves
- Bloom time
- Fall, typically September to November
- Light
- Full sun to partial sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Moderate, deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom, cut back after flowering to maintain shape
- Growing zone
- Zones 5-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies
Perennials
Chrysanthemum 'Apricot'
Apricot Garden Mum
Chrysanthemum 'Apricot' is a late-season perennial known for its soft apricot-colored blooms that appear in late summer to fall. The flowers are large and daisy-like, with a central disk surrounded by a burst of delicate petals that transition from a soft pink to a warm, peachy tone. These elegant blossoms stand tall on sturdy stems, creating a vibrant display that adds a touch of warmth to autumn gardens.
Works well in
- Borders
- Cottage Gardens
- Pollinator Gardens
- Containers
Companion plants
Hellebores · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves
Design tip
Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
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Full sun to part shade
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Full sun
Alstroemeria 'Inca Ice'
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Full sun to partial shade
Paeonia lactiflora 'Coral Sunset'
Coral Sunset Peony
Blooms semi-double coral‑pink blooms that fade through salmon and cream to pale yellow‑white
Full sun to partial shade