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- 1 What are the varieties of chrysanthemums
- 2 How many varieties of chrysanthemums are there in the world
- 3 Unpretentious varieties of chrysanthemums
- 4 New varieties of chrysanthemums
- 5 Early flowering varieties of chrysanthemums
- 6 Late varieties of chrysanthemums
- 7 Cutting varieties of chrysanthemums
- 8 Frost-resistant varieties of chrysanthemums
- 9 Tall varieties of chrysanthemums
- 10 Small-flowered varieties of chrysanthemums
- 11 Summer flowering varieties of chrysanthemums
- 12 Conclusion
Chrysanthemum varieties with photos and names are of interest to many enthusiastic gardeners. If you study the features of different species, you can purchase the most convenient plant for growing for your site.
What are the varieties of chrysanthemums
For the convenience of classification, the types of garden chrysanthemums are usually divided into several categories:
- by the size of the bush - mini, medium and tall;
- by the timing of flowering - early, middle and late;
- by the type of inflorescences - simple, semi-double and terry;
- by the size of the buds - large, medium and small-flowered.
Also, plants, regardless of their names, can be divided into groups:
- Korean;
The Korean form is natural for chrysanthemum and serves as the basis for most hybrids.
- large-flowered;
Most of the names of cut varieties belong to the large-flowered group.
- twig.
Branch chrysanthemums have small buds, and several flowers can grow on one stem at once
Chrysanthemums from the multiflora group deserve special mention - in recent years they have caused increased excitement. A characteristic feature of species with this name is that perennials in the process of growth form a spherical bush - even and neat, not requiring pruning. In the garden, multiflora looks very bright.
Spherical multiflora has a bush shape atypical for chrysanthemum
How many varieties of chrysanthemums are there in the world
The autumn flower is represented by more than 10,000 varieties and names. At the same time, breeders annually bring out new varieties of culture.
Unpretentious varieties of chrysanthemums
Climatic conditions in many regions of Russia are unpredictable. Therefore, special attention of flower growers is attracted by the names of hardy chrysanthemums with modest requirements for soil, temperatures and watering.
Opal
Chrysanthemum Opal rises to half a meter and in mid-August brings bright yellow semi-double flowers. The advantages of the species include high cold resistance - in the middle lane, Opal can winter without shelter. The variety, due to its low growth, has good stability in the flower bed and does not break from the wind.
The flowers of the Opal variety are small - up to 9 cm wide
Padre White
The spherical Padre White chrysanthemum from the multiflora group grows to only 30 cm. Flowering occurs from mid-September, the variety produces double white inflorescences, which at an early stage show a yellow tint in the center. Padre White can withstand cold and drought well, although the shade of the buds may fade a little in unfavorable weather.Often used for planting in poor environmental conditions.
During flowering, the yellowness of Padre White becomes less noticeable.
Kamina Red
Bright red chrysanthemum with small double flowers grows up to 40 cm. In shape, the Kamina Red bushes are spherical, from the multiflora group. The decorative period begins in mid-September, the variety demonstrates good resistance to early cold snaps, poor soil and lack of moisture.
Kamina Red from the multiflora group has a decorative round bush shape
New varieties of chrysanthemums
New items of breeding are of great interest to gardeners. They appear annually and often become the leaders of floristic exhibitions.
Fiji Yellow
One of the latest innovations is Fiji Yellow with spherical double inflorescences. The plant grows up to 110 cm, and the flowers reach 15 cm in diameter, the variety is excellent for cutting. The perennial has strong stems that do not break under the weight of the buds. Blooms later, in October and November.
Fiji Yellow - October flowering variety
Bomber Green
The tall chrysanthemum grows up to 95 cm on a sturdy stem. The inflorescences of a variety called Bomber Green are spherical, green in color, and due to this, they instantly attract attention. A perennial blooms in mid-autumn; against the background of yellow and red foliage in the garden, it can look very impressive.
Green chrysanthemum Bomber Green is guaranteed to attract attention in the garden
White Star
The large-flowered variety called White Star rises up to 80 cm above the soil. At the end of October, it brings white radial inflorescences, the buds can reach 12 cm in diameter. The perennial is very beautiful, but it has a certain drawback - its stem is fragile and can break.
The flowers of the White Star variety are a bit like chamomile in structure.
Early flowering varieties of chrysanthemums
Ornamental perennials that bloom in early September are considered early. With the onset of the first autumn days, the blossoming buds still maintain summer brightness in the garden.
Resalut
A medium-sized species called Resalut blooms in September. The buds of the variety are large, double, snow-white in color with a slightly yellowish core. One flower appears on each stem, the plant looks attractive both in a flower bed and in a vase.
Resolute is a single-headed chrysanthemum, bearing a bud on each stem
Deliana White
Another early variety called Deliana White blooms in early to mid September with large white buds. In shape, the inflorescences are not round, but needle-like, thin petals slightly diverge from the middle and rush vertically upward.
Deliana Belaya variety is distinguished by a non-standard needle-like flower shape
Viscose Red
A beautiful early ripe chrysanthemum called Viscose Red enters the period of maximum decorativeness in September. The flowers of the variety are similar to chamomile, in color they are dark lilac with a bright white border around the edges.
Viscose Red has a chamomile flower shape
Late varieties of chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemum is one of the few garden plants that can delight with bright flowering until frost. There are several names for late varieties that bloom even in November.
Avignon
Terry late perennial called Avignon blooms from October to November with very beautiful pale pink buds. The inflorescences are large in size, the stems can rise up to 70 cm above the ground. The variety is characterized by resistance to wilting, even in a vase Avignon remains beautiful for another 3 weeks.
Chrysanthemum Avignon decorates the garden in November with large buds up to 12 cm
Rivarly
Rivarly hybrid appearance produces medium-sized double buds of bright yellow color. A variety with this name opens in October-November, rises to 70 cm above the ground and decorates the garden for several weeks in a row.
Late Rivarly variety can be used to make bouquets
Princess Amgard Red
The beautiful chrysanthemum called Princess Amgard Red has a truly royal bloom. The buds of the variety are large, double-type, rise on stems almost 1 m above the ground. They are deep red in shade, with a yellow tint in the very core. Princess Amgard Red blooms in November and can delight the eye even after the first snow.
Princess Amgard Red Brightens November Gardens
Cutting varieties of chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums of any kind have a special charm. But the most highly valued at the same time are cut varieties, they have the largest buds, and besides, flowers in a vase retain their decorative effect for up to 3 weeks.
Ping Pong
A chrysanthemum called Ping Pong is notable for its short stature, about 65 cm. But its large spherical buds adhere perfectly to the stems, do not break or droop. The flowering of the variety is creamy white, after cutting, the plant can remain fresh for another 20 days, and the decorative period falls on August.
The name of the Ping Pong variety reflects the shape of the flowers, they resemble large balls
Grand Orange
The Grand Orange variety blooms in late August and early September in large bright orange flowers with a green heart. In terms of the structure of the petals, a chrysanthemum with this name resembles a little chamomile. The variety is often used in floristry, since after cutting, the Grand Orange retains its freshness for another 2 weeks.
Grand Orange is in demand among florists, chrysanthemum looks very bright in bouquets
Jacqueline Peach
The spherical chrysanthemum Jacqueline Peach has a modest size, no more than 40 cm in height. The flowers of the variety with this name are also small, only up to 5 cm. But attention is drawn to an unusual color - the buds of Jacqueline Peach are two-colored, lilac at the edges and bright yellow in the center. In addition, the plant does not fade for a long time after cutting and therefore arouses keen interest among designers and florists.
Jacqueline Peach's buds flow gently into each other
Frost-resistant varieties of chrysanthemums
Despite the fact that decorative perennials bloom in the autumn, they often do not tolerate cold weather. Basically, it is recommended to grow them in warm regions or dig them up for the winter in the middle lane. However, there are several names for winter-hardy varieties of chrysanthemums for the Moscow region and the northern regions, they can winter in the ground at temperatures up to -35 ° C.
Altgold
A small bush variety called Altgold grows up to 60 cm and blooms in September. The flowers of the chrysanthemum are small, pompom-shaped, dark yellow in color. The plant is characterized by increased frost resistance and can winter without shelter in the middle lane.
Frost-resistant Altgold is one of the most popular varieties in the Moscow region
Lipstick
A chrysanthemum called Lipstick has beautiful dark red buds that rise up to half a meter above the ground. Flowering occurs from early September and can last until October. It belongs to the winter-hardy varieties of chrysanthemums for the Urals and Siberia, since it tolerates cold outdoors well even in the northernmost regions.
Red chrysanthemum Lipstick is suitable for cultivation in the northern regions
Golden Autumn (Zolotaja Osen)
A medium-sized chrysanthemum called Zolotaja Osen gives flattened double buds with a yellow color. The petals are lighter at the tips than at the core. It comes into full decorativeness from the beginning of September, it can calmly endure cold snaps up to -30 ° C without special shelter.
Chrysanthemum Golden Autumn can grow in the middle lane and in the Urals
Tall varieties of chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums are considered tall, the growth of which exceeds 70-80 cm. They always remain visible in the garden, however, they may require the installation of a support, and sometimes break under the weight of large buds.
Annecy White
A large-flowered variety called Annecy White rises up to 1 m above the ground, has dense rich green foliage.In September, it brings large spherical buds with diverging needle-like petals. The flowers are about 8 cm wide, white in color. It is characterized by high durability after cutting and retains its fresh appearance for up to 20 days.
Annecy White view with needle-shaped petals rises about 1 m above the ground
Queen Tamara
The variety called Queen Tamara begins to bloom in early October in reddish double hemispherical buds. It rises up to 70 cm above the ground, attracts attention in the garden, weakly crumbles by the end of flowering. Among the advantages are excellent winter hardiness and good drought tolerance.
The Queen Tamara variety is popular in tall flower beds.
Natasha
A large variety called Natasha produces large, sunny yellow buds in late September. The flowers of the chrysanthemum are radial, with thin long petals-needles. The height of the decorative bush rises up to 1 m.
In 2013 chrysanthemum Natasha became the leader at the exhibition "Ball of Chrysanthemums"
Small-flowered varieties of chrysanthemums
Decorative chrysanthemums with small buds may not seem as spectacular as large ones. But their advantage lies in abundant flowering and long preservation after cutting.
Lisboa
A popular variety called Lisboa has a two-tone color, the plant has purple buds with a white edge on the petals. The period of decorativeness falls on September and October, chrysanthemum bushes of this species grow up to 70 cm.The plant tolerates cutting well and stands in a vase for a long time, emitting a pleasant herbaceous aroma.
The Lisboa species is often used in floristry, the buds look very unusual
Zembla Lime
Autumn chrysanthemum with September bloom attracts attention with its unusual color. The main color of the variety with this name is white, but the core and edges of the petals are painted in a greenish-yellowish tint. Zembla Lime's buds are small, up to 12 cm, although the bush itself can rise almost 90 cm above the flower bed. The variety tolerates cutting well and retains decorativeness for a long time.
Zembla Lime is also suitable for growing in pots
Orinoko
Orinoko blooms in September and produces bright, dark pink chamomile-shaped buds. The tips of the dark petals of the chrysanthemum with this name are white, which gives it a special beauty. The buds are small in diameter, up to 10 cm, however, due to the unusual shade, they are of interest to gardeners. One stem can bloom from one to several flowers.
Orinoco is a thermophilic chrysanthemum that does not tolerate frosts below -23 ° С
Summer flowering varieties of chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums of any name bloom closer to autumn. Mass decorativeness of most species begins in September. However, some plants bloom in the summer - in August or even at the end of July.
Pamela Bronze
A beautiful perennial under good growing conditions is able to start flowering in August. Decorativeness lasts for 25-30 days. The Pamela Bronze variety is distinguished by small, up to 8 cm, orange flowers, and in height it can rise up to 70 cm above ground level.
Pamela Bronze Launches Warm Orange Bud Pom Poms In August
Among the advantages of a variety with this name, not only early flowering can be noted. Pamela Bronze belongs to frost-resistant varieties and tolerates temperatures up to -35 ° C. Thanks to this, chrysanthemum can be grown even in the northern regions, taking care of only minimal shelter for the winter.
Miss Selbe
The Miss Selbe variety belongs to the category of compact - the height usually does not exceed 40 cm. The double flowers of the undersized chrysanthemum reach up to 5 cm in width, given its size in general, we can say that the buds are quite large. They are light pink in color at the beginning of flowering and almost entirely white at the end.
The beginning of the decorative period of Miss Selbe falls on July, this is one of the earliest chrysanthemums
Okishor
Terry hemispherical chrysanthemum Okishor begins flowering from the end of July and can delight the eye with bright buds until mid-October. The species is compact in size, up to 40 cm, the stems are densely covered with bright green leaves. The flowers of the variety with the name Okishore are light lilac, small, darker in the center than at the edges.
Chrysanthemum Okishore demonstrates high frost resistance. In cold but snowy winters, the plant can survive outdoors with shelter from the wind. Low bushes of this variety are often used in low-growing flower beds, artistic compositions and garden borders.
Chrysanthemum Okisor blooms in flower beds in July with good care
Conclusion
Chrysanthemum varieties with photos and names deserve detailed study. Ornamental flowers adorn garden plots mainly in the autumn. Many of them can retain their attractive appearance not only in October, but also later, even after the first snow.
