Bonnie™ Red Yoder Mum Plant

Bonnie Red™ Chrysanthemum Plant brings the wonderful contrast of a daisy type flower with bright red petals with a sunny yellow eye. Starts blooming in early September in both the North and the South. Yoder® Select Chrysanthemums offer strong, flexible stems and long-lasting color.

Red Yoder Garden Mum Plant Care Instructions: Keep plants moist and well feed. A weekly application of a water soluble fertilizer works best. Snip off any flowers that start blooming early. When the flowers start showing color in the fall, stop fertilizing. Continue to keep the plants moist. After the first hard frost, the plant can be cut back to the ground. A heavy application of mulch is beneficial.

Planting Instructions:

• - Space plants 18-24 inches apart to ensure room for growth and optimal air circulation

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 promote healthy root development and vibrant blooms

Watering Specifics:

• - Water thoroughly at planting and keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season
• - Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root diseases

Fertilizer Type:

• - Fertilize in early spring with a balanced formula to kickstart growth
• - Follow up with additional feeding just before the bloom period to enhance flowering

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch back growth in early summer to encourage denser foliage and more blooms
• - Deadhead regularly to extend the blooming period

Additional Pest Management:

• - Monitor for common garden pests such as spider mites and aphids
• - Apply organic or chemical treatments as needed to control infestations

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Add a layer of mulch around the plants in late fall to help insulate the soil and roots during cold weather