Chrysanthemum Prima White Mum

Chrysanthemum 'Prima White'

Mum

Breeder
   Plant Culture Information
Common Name: Belgian Mum® 'Prima White'
Description: Hardy in most climates with decorative white flowers. Blooms naturally in the very early season.
pH: 5.6 - 6.2
Temperature: 50-80ºF
Light:  Better performance in full sun
Irrigation: Even soil moisture in summer and fall
Planting: Weeks 21-30 for fall crop, weeks 1-9 for early spring crop. 5.5 week blackcloth response time.
Rooting: 12-18 days from URC
Pinching: No pinch required
Fertilization: Feed with balanced fertilizers at 300 ppm after planting, reduce fertilizer before first color.
Regulators: B-9, Sumagic, Bonzi spray or drench
Pest/Diseases: Caterpillars, leafminer, whitefly and thrips. Will develop root rot if too wet.

Usage: Full sun and partial shade flower beds, container gardening and large hanging baskets. Recommended for the summer shade and spring natural day programs.

-from GroLink

A new introduction in the Belgian Mum® line, ‘Prima White’ is a vigorous, early September variety with a perfect ball shape and large blooms with ivory centers. It is considered one of the best new genetics on the market today.

  • Flower Form: Decorative
  • Program: Summer Shade - 6 week
  • Program: Fall Natural - Very Early

Series:

Belgian

   

Characteristics & Attributes for Chrysanthemum 'Prima White'

Foliage Color
Green
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Habit
Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Tray Size
50 - Preforma Strip (51 Plants)
Uses
Bedding Plant
Container - Filler (Mounding)