Chrysanthemums are hardy, herbaceous perennials that generally bloom in our area from October to December. (Katherine Frey for Washington Post ) Although temperatures are still regularly reaching the ...

Florist mums, unlike garden mums, only last a single season. But, they surely make up for it with a long-lasting and spectacular display of flowers all through the fall and in mild climates even into ...

Marigolds are a great fall porch swap for mums, offering similar colors and easy upkeep. They thrive in full sun, need regular base watering, and stay fresh longer with deadheading. Taller marigold ...

Woman kneeling in flower garden with many different colors of mum flowers - Twentyseven/Getty Images The sight of mums in every grocery store and front porch marks the unofficial beginning of autumn.

Store-bought mums aren’t bred for the ground—they’re less hardy and often grow tall and leggy. If planting, cut back, fertilize, water weekly, and mulch roots, but expect them to act like annuals. For ...

Planting chrysanthemums in the fall has become the normal gardening project that adds a splash of color to our planters and landscapes. Chrysanthemums, also known as “garden mums or hardy mums,” are ...

Fall is a time when many gardeners look to replace summer-stressed plants with fall favorites. Chrysanthemums, asters, violas, pansies, and decorative pumpkins all make a grand appearance! But is ...

We declutter the inside of our homes during “spring cleaning,” but when it comes to tidying gardens and yards, fall is the real star. “It’s the perfect time to focus on cleaning up gardens and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Yellow potted mums sitting on porch steps - Jena Ardell/Getty Images Chrysanthemums are a fall favorite for porches and gardens, ...

In the fall, popular potted chrysanthemums adorn the shelves of many stores and garden centers. These are classic last-minute gifts and add a pop of pretty color to fall-decorated front porches. At ...