Belgian Mum® Jasoda Yellow Plant

Jasoda Yellow Belgian Mum® Plants yield a beautiful light yellow flower that brings the smiles. Starts blooming Early October in the North and Mid-Late October in the South. Belgian mums are prized for their large number of flower buds, sometimes as many as 1000 per plant. They are tough and resistant to damage, and do not need pinching or staking. 

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted anytime the soil temps are 60F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0, prefers well-drained, fertile soil
• - Enrich soil with compost and a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to enhance blooming potential

Watering Specifics:

• - Water plants thoroughly to establish, then maintain a consistent watering schedule to keep soil evenly moist
• - Reduce watering frequency during cooler months but do not allow soil to completely dry out

Fertilizer Type:

• - Feed with a high-potassium fertilizer monthly during the growing season to support flower production
• - Stop fertilizing by the end of summer to help plants harden off for winter

Pruning and Training:

• - Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

• - Inspect regularly for signs of pests such as mites and aphids
• - Employ natural predators or suitable insecticides as needed, following environmental best practices

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Protect from early frosts with mulch or cloth covers to extend the blooming season