Bred for use as seasonal potted plants, chrysanthemums in the Valley™ Series produce numerous large, daisy-like blossoms on upright, 10- to 16-inch (25 to 40 cm) stems. The single to semi-double blooms open in autumn under "natural" conditions, but greenhouse-grown plants can be forced into bloom at other seasons. Cultivars in the Valley™ Series were introduced by Yoder Brothers of Barberton, Ohio, and are available only as vegetatively propagated plants.

C. × morifolium originated...

(Garden Chrysanthemum)

Chrysanthemums in the Vanessa™ Series bear masses of double purple blooms on compact, densely branched, 8- to 14-inch (20 to 35 cm) plants. These mid- to late-season mums open their 1.5- to 2-inch-wide (4 to 5 cm) blooms in early autumn. Cultivars in this series were introduced by Yoder Brothers of Barberton, Ohio, and are available only as vegetatively propagated plants.

The showy blooms and pungent, lobed leaves of garden chrysanthemums are staples of the autumn flower garden. These herbaceous...

(Garden Chrysanthemum)

Chrysanthemums in the Victoria™ Series bear masses of double blossoms on low, dense, mounded plants. Their pink, purple, or orange, 1.5- to 2-inch blooms appear from late summer to early fall. Cultivars in this series were introduced by Yoder Brothers of Barberton, Ohio.

The showy blooms and fragrant, deeply lobed leaves of garden chrysanthemums are familiar elements of modern gardens. These herbaceous perennials originated in eastern Asia, where they have been bred and treasured for many centuries....

(Garden Chrysanthemum)

The double-flowered garden chrysanthemums in the Wanda™ Series produce masses of pink, purple, or red blossoms on densely branched, dome-shaped, 8- to 14-inch (20 to 35 cm) plants. The 2- to 2.5-inch-wide (5 to 6 cm), many-petaled blooms open in early autumn, relatively late in the fall "mum" season. Plants grown under artificial conditions can be "forced" into flower at other seasons. Wanda™ Series cultivars were introduced by Yoder Brothers of Barberton, Ohio, and are available only as vegetatively...

(Garden Chrysanthemum)

The double-flowered garden chrysanthemums in the Wilma™ Series produce masses of white or yellow blossoms on densely branched, dome-shaped, 10- to 16-inch (25 to 40 cm) plants. The 1.5- to 2-inch-wide (3.5 to 5 cm), many-petaled blooms open in early autumn, midway to late in the fall "mum" season. Wilma™ Series cultivars were introduced by Yoder Brothers of Barberton, Ohio, and are available only as vegetatively propagated plants.

The showy blooms and pungent, lobed leaves of garden chrysanthemums...

(Anemone Chrysanthemum)

Woodstock Series chrysanthemums produce sprays of large, "anemone-type" blossoms on bushy, rounded, 10- to 14-inch (25 to 35 cm) plants. The 4- to 5.5-inch-wide (10 to 13.5 cm), single to semi-double blooms have white or yellow petals and broad, yellow-green, pincushion-shaped centers. Bloom is in autumn under "natural" conditions. Greenhouse-grown specimens can be brought into bloom at other seasons, with plants flowering approximately 8 weeks after 2 weeks of "long nights" (13.5 hours or more)....

(Spray Chrysanthemum)

The bouquet chrysanthemum Yellow Energy produces sprays of double yellow blossoms on long stems. They appear in autumn under "natural" conditions, but greenhouse-grown specimens will flower several weeks after 3 weeks of "long nights" (13.5 hours or more). This vegetatively propagated mum is sold by florists and other cut-flower vendors.

C. × morifolium originated in eastern Asia, where this herbaceous perennial has been cultivated and bred for many centuries. Its many cultivars...

(Golden Star)

The aptly named Golden Star brings a galaxy of golden, starry flowers to shady, woodland gardens. This hardy perennial is native to the forests of the southeastern United States from Pennsylvania to Florida and west to Louisiana. It is ground hugging and spreads over time via stolons (rooted stems). One unique feature is it’s adapted to withstand both periods of flooding and drought, which makes it ideal for planting in floodplains or shaded areas beneath trees.

Broad clumps of hairy, dark...

(Allen Bush Green and Gold, Golden Star, Green and Gold)

Bring golden stars to the dappled shade beneath large trees with this perfectly adapted woodland perennial, ‘Allen Bush’ green and gold, a selection of a species native to the woodlands of the southeastern states of the U.S. from Pennsylvania to Florida and west to Louisiana. This mounding but ground-hugging plant thrives in the humus rich, acidic soils of the forest floor, where it contributes a leafy carpet and continuous flowering. In mid-spring the plant bursts into bright yellow daisies that...

(Golden Star, Green and Gold, Pierre Green and Gold)

Bring golden stars to the dappled shade under large trees with this perfectly adapted woodland perennial, ‘Pierre,’ a selection of green and gold. The parent species is native to the woodlands of the southeastern U.S. from Pennsylvania to Florida and west to Louisiana. This ground hugging plant thrives in the humus rich, acidic soils of the forest floor, contributing a carpet of leaves and flowers. In mid-spring the plant bursts into bloom with bright yellow daisies amid the emerald-green leaves....