Are Chrysanthemum Indoor or Outdoor Plants?

Chrysanthemums, often called “mums” for short, are one of the most popular flowers in the world. They come in a variety of colors and sizes and have been cultivated for centuries. But when it comes to where to grow them, the question of whether chrysanthemums are indoor or outdoor plants is not so easily answered.

The answer really depends on two things: the variety of chrysanthemum you’re growing, and your local climate. Some varieties of mums can be grown both indoors and outdoors, while others are better suited to one or the other. For example, some mums like Pink Lotus and Chrysanthemum Nipponicum are best grown outdoors, while others like Chrysanthemum Rubellum and Shasta Daisy do well as houseplants.

In general, most chrysanthemums need full sun to thrive—at least six hours per day—so if you live in an area with long days in summer and short days in winter (as many northern regions do), you may have better luck growing mums outdoors. This is because they need that extra dose of sunlight during their dormant season (winter) to get them through until spring.

That said, if you live in an area with a milder climate—such as Southern California—you can definitely grow mums indoors. Just make sure they get plenty of light from a south-facing window and keep them away from direct drafts from air conditioning or heating vents.

Conclusion

Chrysanthemums can be grown both indoors and outdoors depending on the variety of mum you’re growing and your local climate. Most mums need full sun to thrive so if you live in an area with long days in summer and short days in winter it’s best to grow them outdoors. However, if you live in an area with a milder climate they can be grown indoors as long as they receive plenty of light from a south-facing window.

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Jennifer Watson