Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Plumberry Purple'

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Key characteristics

Family: Asteraceae
Height: 14 to 24 inches
Width: 20 to 36 inches
Flower color: Deep berry-purple
Foliage color: Dark green
Bloom time: Late summer through fall
Light: Full sun
Water: Average; prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Easy; avoid stress by maintaining consistent moisture levels and providing adequate spacing to prevent crowding
Growing zone: USDA zones 7a to 9b
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies

Perennials

Chrysanthemum x morifolium 'Plumberry Purple'

Plumberry Purple Garden Mum

Chrysanthemum × morifolium 'Plumberry Purple' is a garden mum cultivar renowned for its deep berry-purple blooms that envelop the plant in a vibrant display. This variety showcases a mounded growth habit complemented by dark green foliage. The flowering period extends from late summer through fall, providing consistent color during the cooler seasons.

Distinctive features of 'Plumberry Purple' include its strong, flexible stems, which support the abundant floral canopy.

Light

Full sun

Water

Average; prefers well-drained soil

Bloom time

Late summer through fall

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Sun Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Containers

Companion plants

Sedums · Peonies · Coneflowers · Salvias · Shasta daisies · Asters

Design tip

Fall bloom is its strength, and it earns a place near a path or seating area used late in the year. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.

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