Troubleshooting
Chrysanthemum 'Salmon Allouise' problems — and how to fix them
Chrysanthemum 'Salmon Allouise' (Chrysanthemum 'Salmon Allouise') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Botrytis (grey mould)
Grey fuzzy growth on petals in wet, cool conditions; remove affected flowers and improve air circulation.
Aphids
Common on soft new growth; use a strong water jet or insecticidal soap spray.
Powdery mildew
White powdery coating on leaves; space plants well and avoid evening watering.
Slug and snail damage
Young shoots at ground level at risk in spring; use copper collars or organic slug pellets.
Verticillium wilt
Yellowing and wilting of lower leaves; no cure — remove affected plants and rotate beds.
Prevent chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' problems before they start
Most chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Chrysanthemum 'Salmon Allouise' problems — FAQ
Why is my chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' botrytis (grey mould)?
Grey fuzzy growth on petals in wet, cool conditions; remove affected flowers and improve air circulation.
Why is my chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' aphids?
Common on soft new growth; use a strong water jet or insecticidal soap spray.
Why is my chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' powdery mildew?
White powdery coating on leaves; space plants well and avoid evening watering.
Why is my chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' slug and snail damage?
Young shoots at ground level at risk in spring; use copper collars or organic slug pellets.
Why is my chrysanthemum 'salmon allouise' verticillium wilt?
Yellowing and wilting of lower leaves; no cure — remove affected plants and rotate beds.