Chrysanthemum morifolium 'Andrea' – Andrea Garden Mum
Perennial often grown as a fall-blooming annual with two-toned short, pink petals.
Plant in rich to average well-drained soil
Plant in full sun to light shade
Pinch back plants by ½ in late spring; divide in spring every 2-3 years
Height: 24 inches; Width: 24 inches
Hardy in USDA zones 5-10:
Zone 5: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; mulch after planting; avoid contact with salt.
Zone 6: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; mulch after planting; avoid contact with salt.
Zone 7: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
Zone 8: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
Zone 9: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
Zone 10: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
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Brassica oleracea – Ornamental Kale and Cabbage
Cool season annual grown for its colorful foliage ranging from white to pink, purple and red
Plant in well-drained soil
Plant in full sun
Space generously to allow for good air circulation
Height: 6-12 inches; Width: 12-18 inches
Annual in all zones; cold tolerant to 5 degrees
Will survive the winter in zones 7-9
Zones 2-6: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun; mulch after planting; water when dry; remove after damage from severe frost (below 5 degrees); in warm winters, remove in spring as weather warms and plants begin to look tired.
Zones 7-9: Plant in early fall; plant in full sun; mulch after planting; water when dry; remove if damaged by severe frost (below 5 degrees); remove in spring as weather warms and plants begin to look tired.
Gardening by Zip Code If you're looking to start a gardening project but don't know your gardening zone—visit the National Gardening Associations's USDA Hardiness Zone Finder. Enter your Zip Code to identify the proper zone.
