Chrysanthemum 'Dulwich Pink' AGM

Date Introduced
2010

Introduced by
Herts Group

Reason for Inclusion
Historical interest. Found in Dulwich Park, London. Awarded RHS AGM in 2012.

Verification
Judy Barker, National Collection Holder (Korean, Rubellum and hardy spray chrysanthemums)

Brief description of plant
Hardy, herbaceous perennial. Spray chrysanthemum.

Height x Spread
70cm x 60cm

Flowers
Deep pink buds open to bright mid-pink flowers with lime/yellow central disc. Flowers pale as they age.

Foliage
Typical mid-green.

Flowering Time
Oct - Nov

Soil type
Any soil.

Aspect
Full sun

Pests and diseases
Aphids and leaf miners. Earwigs sometimes damage blooms. Plants may suffer from powdery mildew in dry weather.

Cultivation
Chrysanthemums are later than some other perennials to emerge in spring so make sure they have room and do not get crowded out.

Propagation
Established clumps can be divided or take basal or soft cuttings which will root without heat.