3 Tips for Potting Seasonal Mums

img_5586Although, I will admit, I don’t have a natural talent for growing plants, I’ve always dreamed of one day having a flower garden. There’s something so captivating about a pretty vibrant bloom, that comes with each new season, and mums, like no other, signal autumn has arrived. Just like so many of you, this time of year is one of my favorites. I can’t get enough of the cool crisp days, cozy knit sweaters, and tasty seasonal treats, and not to mention the quintessential fall flowers and fairytale pumpkins–that quite seriously look like something out of a scene from Cinderella.

There are many traditions to uphold this time of year, and potting mums is just one in the lengthy lineup. So without further adieu, how should one go about potting mums? With a little help from google search, I rounded up the three most important steps you need to know this fall for keeping your mums alive and thriving.

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Before heading to the store, to pick out your mums, think about where you want to pot your flowers; this will help dictate how many you need to get, and perhaps which color. I wasn’t able to find the orange mums during my visit to our local nursery, so I opted for a combination of yellow and moody, purpley pink. These colors seemed to nicely compliment the black ceramic pots that so gallantly pay homage to the the approaching spooky, Halloween holiday. Whatever your vision, don’t be afraid to pull in a variety of colors, and have fun!

3 steps for keeping your mums healthy:

  1. Re-pot. Moving your mums into a new pot is one of the most important steps in maintaining their longevity. Chances are your nursery, or store-bought mums are root bound making it difficult for them to soak up water. When re-potting them, add some fresh soil and break up the roots.
  2. Give them lots of sun. These flowers crave sun, so make sure to place them in an area where they can soak-in at least four hours of direct sun light each day.
  3. Water daily. Mums are thirsty little suckers, and without proper care they can quickly dry up. The key here is to not overwater them; do this by checking the soil and ensuring it’s always a bit moist.

Now, there you have it friends, those are the three tips that will presumably keep our mums thriving. And, for those of you who may have interest in shopping this post, I’ve also linked to the pieces I’m wearing in the photos. How cute is this sleeveless turtleneck? It’s a great transitional piece for days like today that are oddly, and insanely hot!

Hope you enjoyed this post, and happy fall! xo


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