Chrysanthemum Alaska White - Flower Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Asteraceae |
| Native region |
East Asia (China) |
| Mature height |
30-90 cm |
| Growth rate |
Moderate |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun (5-6 hours direct) |
| Watering |
Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging |
| Soil / mix |
Rich, well-drained loam with compost |
| Fertilizer |
Feed every 2-3 weeks with balanced liquid feed; switch to high-potash at budding |
| Difficulty |
Moderate |
Uses
<p>Grown widely for ornamental beds, pots and as a long-lasting <strong>cut flower</strong>; blooms are also used in garlands and festive decorations across India.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Sow seeds <strong>July to September</strong> in seed trays, barely covered (about 3-5 mm deep) with fine soil. Surface warmth of 18-24°C gives germination in <strong>10-18 days</strong>. Transplant seedlings to pots or beds at the 4-6 leaf stage, spacing 30-40 cm apart. Pinch growing tips once or twice to encourage bushy growth and more flowers. Plants begin blooming about <strong>90-120 days</strong> from sowing, peaking through the winter months.</p>