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Chrysanthemum

VARIETIES: 	Marguerite, Boston or Paris daisy - C. frutescens
		Florists chrysanthemum - C. morifolium also called C. hortorum
		
MAXIMUM HEIGHT:	1 - 1.5 feet

BLOOMING:	Blossom starting at 6 inches tall.

SUBSTRATE:	They may be planted in the garden after flowers fade.
								
LIGHT: 		Need at least 4 hours a day of direct sunlight.
					
TEMPERATURE: 	Night = 40 - 55°F (4 - 13°C)
		Day = around 68°F (20°C) or lower

WATERING: 	Keep soil evenly moist.
		
FERTILIZING: 	Fertilize every two weeks during bloom.
		
PROPAGATING:	Propagate from stem cuttings or division in early spring.
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