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Master the Mixology of Mums. The Japanese celebrate the chrysanthemum season with the Festival of Happiness.. Here a joyful mix of 'Orange Viking' and 'Yellow Sizzle' spice things up as an ordinary houseplant becomes a smashing centerpiece.
How Long Does It Take for a Mum's Seed to Grow? A shrubby perennial, chrysanthemum is valued for the masses of bright, daisy-like flowers that adorn the plant in late summer and autumn. Depending on the variety, chrysanthemums reach heights of 1 to 5 feet at maturity. Blooms are single or double, and the range of colors includes shades of red, yellow, white, orange and lavender. Familiarly known as mums, chrysanthemums are suitable for growing in U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 9.