chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze'
Overview
The Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' is an amazing beauty. With its large, toothed leaves and deep bronze flowers, it is truly an eye-catching and impressive sight. True to its namesake, the blooms seem almost as if they could take off running; their multi-colored petals are arranged in such a way that it resembles a bloom ready to take flight. Even more special, this particular variety is not only drought tolerant, but also prefers full sun exposure. Truly, the Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' is simply an astonishing sight loving to be appreciated.
Care Guide
Watering
Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' should be watered on a regular basis, 2 to 3 times a week, depending on the plant's current soil moisture. Try to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Water to a depth of 2 to 3 inches for best results.
Light
Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' should be grown in full sun for at least 6 hours per day, preferably 10-12 hours per day. During the peak of summer, it is important to give the plant some shade in the afternoons to prevent leaf burn. Providing partial shade in the afternoons and full sun in the mornings and earlier parts of the day is a good idea for hot climates. For best results, the plant should be exposed to direct sunlight for a minimum of 6 hours a day.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 5–9.
Pruning
Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' must be pruned in early spring, usually in April or May. Depending on your local climate, you may need to prune earlier. During pruning, remove any dead or diseased stems first and then shape the plant as desired. Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' is a hardy plant that can tolerate a fairly heavy pruning. Cut off up to 2-thirds of the stems just above the topmost set of leaves. This will encourage new growth and produce a bushier plant structure. After pruning, fertilize your Chrysanthemum 'Roadrunner Bronze' plant to encourage healthy growth.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Seed Propagation
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