Overwintering guide
How to overwinter chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield'
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' in winter
Cutting chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' — FAQ
Does chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' need to come indoors for winter?
Chrysanthemum 'Yellow John Wingfield' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 5 — winter lows around -29°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Chrysanthemum 'Yellow John Wingfield' is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' over winter?
Cutting chrysanthemum 'yellow john wingfield' hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.