Luscious latecomer – perfect for a vase and the garden
We love the rich colours of Chrysanthemum ‘Duchess of Edinburgh’, which adds co-ordinating colour to your autumnal garden when the semi-double flowers emerge from September to November. Fabulous with the colourful leaves on trees and shrubs and a fantastic wait to create some fiery warmth in containers or herbaceous borders. Stems are strong and tall – with plants reaching a height and spread of up to 75cm – perfect for inclusion in a vase or other floral displays where stems are long-lasting.
Chrysanthemum flowers mythically ward off evil spirits and trace their origin back to China from as early as 15th Century BC! Flowers feature heavily in Eastern art where they are venerated and believed to have life-giving power.
Plant Chrysanthemum ‘Duchess of Edinburgh’ in moist, well-drained soil of any type except chalk based. Position in a spot with full sun and this hardy, herbaceous perennial will spread as much as 75cm, creating m
Flower and Foliage Months
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Foliage Month
Flowering Month