FREQUENT HARDY MUM CONCERNS

FROM THE JULY 2022 ISSUE OF GROWERTALKS MAGAZINE

WRITTEN BY MICHAEL DIBERTI

NARRATED BY BILL CALKINS

EXCERPT: Some stress—such as moisture, low fertility and temperature—can contribute to the budding issue. Temperature is one of the most frequent triggers. Nighttime temperatures of many of the current mum cultivars need to be above 60F (15C). Lower temperatures over a course of days generally cause the premature budding. The result of it can make the mum look stunted and odd-looking. Plant growth slows down and appears not to fill out as normal.

If you’re experiencing cooler-than-normal temperatures, frequently scouting the crop can be beneficial to early detection of premature budding. Look at the plants’ terminals to see if you can start to see this bud development. If you’re seeing buds, there are a few practices that can prevent further development. 

Read the digital edition of GrowerTalks & Green Profit Magazine—July 2022: https://www.ballpublishing.com/magazine/gt_22_07/index.aspx