Chrysanthemum Tricolor Polar White Seeds

A striking and easy to grow annual with daisy like blooms in crisp white petals and bold central rings of red and yellow. Chrysanthemum Tricolor Polar Star produces masses of cheerful flowers that brighten borders containers and wildflower plantings with their vivid contrast and classic form.

 

The blooms are carried on upright stems above finely cut green foliage and are loved by pollinators throughout the summer.

 

This hardy annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil. Polar Star is ideal for low maintenance gardens wildlife borders and cottage style schemes.

 

Easy to grow and quick to flower it self seeds in mild climates and returns with reliable colour year after year.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.3 grams

 

Sow March to May direct or indoors from February

Germination 7 to 14 days at 15 to 20°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height/Spread 40 to 60 cm tall, 25 to 35 cm spread

Flowering June to September

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist well drained compost and lightly cover with fine soil or vermiculite. For indoor sowing use trays or pots and maintain warmth at 15 to 20°C. Germination typically occurs within 1 to 2 weeks. Harden off and transplant after last frost spacing 25 to 35 cm apart. For direct sowing rake soil to a fine tilth and water gently after sowing.

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Water seedlings regularly until established then reduce watering. Chrysanthemums prefer full sun and moderate feeding. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering. In mild climates plants may self seed and naturalise. Suitable for borders containers and wildlife gardens.

 

Uses and Benefits

 

White daisy blooms with red and yellow centres

Attracts bees butterflies and other beneficial insects

Quick flowering and easy to grow

Ideal for cottage gardens and pollinator friendly schemes

Self seeds in favourable conditions