chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum 'Lindayo' LINDA should be watered thoroughly once the top of the soil has been allowed to dry. The best way to check if it needs water is by poking your finger down into the soil an inch and if it feels dry, it is time to water. During the growing season (Spring and Summer) the plant should be watered once per week. During the Fall and Winter, the plant should be watered every 2 weeks. To ensure the water is properly absorbed and the soil is not saturated, water the soil slowly and around the edges of the pot or planter. Once the soil appears to be evenly damp, stop watering.

Chrysanthemum 'Lindayo' LINDA, a popular and hardy ornamental plant, requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth and flowering. This variety of chrysanthemum is best suited for full sun conditions, though it may tolerate some light afternoon shade in climates with particularly hot summers. To protect this delicate plant from wilting, it should receive sunlight before noon and not be exposed to direct or indirect sunlight late in the afternoon. Proper care and adequate sunlight will produce the best results for this chrysanthemum.

Pruning for Chrysanthemum 'Lindayo' LINDA shouldoccur in early spring and late summer. In early spring, remove any dead or dying leaves from the plant. Also, remove any shoots that did not produce flowers in the previous year, as these are unlikely to flower in the current season. For pruning in late summer, remove any flower heads after they have finished blooming. This will allow for further flower production in season. As Chrysanthemum 'Lindayo' LINDA is a perennial, a hard prune should not be necessary. If need be, trim the plant back to about 6-8in (15-20cm) in late winter, to encourage strong growth and subsequent flowering during the current year.