2013 Yoder Mums

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WelcomeIn these pages, you’ll find the complete lineupof innovative breeding from our Yoder Mumsassortment of garden mums, pot mums, astersand fleurettes.Growers count on Yoder mums for easy production,hassle-free shipping and strong sell-through.Our all-in-one catalog includes tools to simplifyprogram development, too. Build your best mumprogram based on seasonality, color family,container size and more with our detailed chartsand tables.Look to Syngenta Flowers for world-classvarieties, product solutions and superior technicalexpertise. Our holistic approach to your businessseamlessly unites products and support to meetthe needs of your growing seasons and helpmaximize your profitability.We thank you for your business and look forwardto partnering with you in the season ahead.Advanced Technical SupportOur team of technical experts has a deep understandingof plants from many different points of view. We canprovide guidance and share in-depth knowledge tooptimize your production.Rapid. We are ready to help—easy access to the teamvia e-mail or Internet.Responsive. We are where you are—completeregional coverage across the U.S. and Canada.Our technical team has nearly 300 years of industryexperience including seven PhDs. And we’rebacked by the Syngenta global team of R&D andsupply-chain experts.Relevant. Broad experience in crop productionpractices, genetics, plant protection and more.To connect with the Syngenta technical teamNew For 2013Garden MumsProgramsBy FamilyBy ColorFresh-All-Fall ChartAt-a-Glance ChartCultureAstersBy SeriesBy ColorProgramsMontauk DaisyAt-a-Glance ChartCulturePot MumsProgramsBy FamilyBy ColorAt-a-Glance ChartCultureFlurettesBy ColorAt-a-Glance ChartCultureResourcesMerchandising ProgramsDrop/Sub ListAgents and DistributorsIndependent Licensed Root and Sell LocationsOrdering InformationRooting Stations2612193638465152565657586063688286909092939495969797Cover: Hilo TangerineThis page: Freeportfor any questions regarding Syngenta products,contact your local sales representative.Content 1

New Garden Mums for 2013NEWBabette Yellow 19Chelsey Coral 33Chelsey Pink 30Chelsey White 34Chelsey Yellow 19Danielle Purple 31Danielle Red 28Wanda Red 29NEWNEWBabette YellowChelsey CoralNEWNEWNEWChelsey PinkChelsey WhiteChelsey YellowNEWNEWNEWDanielle PurpleDanielle RedWanda RedPhoto: Wanda Red NEW2New for 2013

New Pot Mums for 2013Apple Valley Cherry 73FreeportDurango Yellow 69ImprovedFreeport 76Hilo Fuchsia 77Hilo Tangerine 72Seaside White 80NEWApple Valley CherryHilo FuchsiaNEWNEWDurango Yellow ImprovedHilo TangerineNEWNEWNEWYoder Select With our Yoder Select designation,it’s a snap to choose the rightvarieties for your garden mumnatural-season programs.ProgramsSpring Selections 6Shaded Selections 7Yoder Select / 8Natural SeasonWest Coast Selections 9Large Container Selections 10Garden Mum Combos 11Mums by FamilyChelsey 12Cheryl 13Emma 14Gigi 15Jacqueline 16Ursula 17Victoria 18Wanda 18Mums by ColorYellow/Gold 19Orange/Bronze 24Red 28Pink/Purple 30Coral/Salmon 33White 34Charts and CultureFresh-All-Fall Chart 36At-a-Glance Chart 38Culture 46garden mumsSeaside WhiteNEWPlatinum Mums Bred for no-pinch production,strong but flexible stems andexcellent flower longevity, thesemums are loaded with blooms, intraditional and unique colors, onwell-rounded plants. The perfectgarden mum collection!Silver Mums Traditional favorites with classicflower forms. These varieties areperfect for filling natural-seasoncrop needs.NEWNewNewly added colors and/or families.NEWHilo Fuchsia4New for 2013

Large Container Selections• Selected for natural-season production—instant impactat retail and home• Great flexibility for shippingGarden Mum Combos• Intense flower colorJacqueline Pearl,Jacqueline Pink & JacquelineYellow ImprovedCombination containers are an easy, excitingway to market fall mums. Just follow thesesimple guidelines:Build combinations from within the same family. This ensuresconsistent habits, timing, flower form and scheduling.Olga YellowAubrey OrangeGroup Yellow/Gold Orange/Bronze Red Pink/Purple Coral/Salmon WhiteSpicy Cheryl Orange,Sparkling Cheryl Yellow & RegalCheryl PurpleSupplement with standalone varieties for dramatic color effects.Tabitha Red, for example, pairs well with the Gigi family; Aideen Red Fire shines in blackcloth combos with the Jacqueline family.Don’t be afraid to experiment. Trialing different combinations will helpyou determine which pairings perform best in your conditions.Very EarlyEarlyJacquelineFamily (Early)Not a tallgroupMidSeasonDiana YellowElectra AmberElena GoldBernadette Yellow ★Hannah OrangeAideen Red Fire ▼Hestia Hot RedJacqueline Yellow Imp l Jacqueline Orange Fusion Hestia Hot Red ▲Olga YellowYolanda Yellow ▼Sunny Monica ★Aubrey OrangeJennifer Bronze BicolorDazzling Stacy Orange ★Brandi BurgundySymphony Pink ▲Barbara Dark Pink ▲Marsha Pink ★Jacqueline Pink FusionJacqueline PinkStacy Pink ★Fiona Coral OrangeBertha WhiteVanna Snow ★Jacqueline Pearl lJacqueline Pink Fusion,Jacqueline Orange Fusion &Jacqueline Yellow ImprovedKey families for garden mum combos:• Chelsey • Jacqueline • Cheryl • Stacy • Danielle • Ursula • Emma • Victoria • Gigi • Wanda ChelseyFamily (Mid)LateSeasonCherylFamily (Late)Chelsey Yellow Delightful Victoria Orange Tabitha Scarlet ▼ Chelsey Pink Chelsey Coral Chelsey WhiteMary YellowHankie Yellow ▲ ★Golden CherylSparkling Cheryl YellowVicki Orange Bicolor ▲Hailey Orange ▼Spicy Cheryl OrangeWanda RedFoxy Marjorie RedJolly Cheryl RedWanda LavenderWanda PurpleCheryl PinkRegal Cheryl Purple ▼Wilma White ▼Frosty CherylSunny Ursula, Fancy UrsulaOrange & Ursula LavenderEarly SeasonExtenderBethany Yellow Ashley Dark Orange Raquel Ruby Red ▲ Bold Vanessa ▲ Marjean Coral10Late SeasonExtenderMildred YellowGolden AndreaNew varieties denoted in bold.▲ = Likely need additional growth regulators than other varieties in this group▼ = Likely need less growth regulators than other varieties in this group compactl = May not be a solid color for fall★ = Daisy flower formGarden Mum ProgramsAndrea Orange Bicolor Brunette Barbie ▼ Barbie Lavender ▼ Mildred WhiteJacqueline Pearl &Jacqueline PinkJacqueline Pearl, Jacqueline Pink & Jacqueline Yellow ImprovedGarden Mum Programs 11

Chelsey The all-new Chelsey family fits the mid-season flowering window• Large flowers, round plant habit and uniform flowering• Versatile! Well suited to spring, shaded, West Coast and natural-season production• Mix and match to create unique fall combinations• Times well with Danielle Red and Danielle Purple in shaded programs and natural-season programsNEWCheryl Bold, versatile colors that work well in any season• Dark green foliage contrasts bold flower colors• Ideal for high-density spring and summer production• Adaptable to almost any container size in any season• Perfect natural-season flowering response for consumers decorating in OctoberNEWNEWCheryl PinkFrosty CherylGolden CherylJolly Cheryl RedChelsey CoralChelsey PinkRegal Cheryl PurpleSparkling Cheryl YellowNEWChelsey WhiteSpicy Cheryl OrangeSpicy Cheryl OrangeNEWNEWChelsey YellowChelsey Pink12Garden Mums by FamilyGarden Mums by Family 13

Emma Vivid bicolor flowers top mounded plants for late season• Nicely mounded habit with exceptionally large flowers• Perfect for late natural-season sales• Bold bicolor flowers turn heads at retailGigi Bold colors to spice up novelty containers• Compact growth is perfectly suited for fall novelty containers—window boxes, color bowls and more• Mix and match members of the Gigi family to create stunningcombo planters• Excellent performance for blackcloth programsGigi CoralEmma Coral BicolorEmma Orange BicolorEmma Salmon BicolorGigi Dark PinkGigi GoldGigi OrangeGigi SnowEmma Salmon BicolorGigi GoldGigi Yellow14Garden Mums by FamilyGarden Mums by Family 15

Jacqueline Compact, spherical plants & two-toned flowers• Perfectly round plants covered with decorative flowers• Features unique two-toned colors for differentiated retail displays• Excellent compact habit is adaptable to any crop programUrsula A versatile family that performs in all seasons• Perfect for all seasons, including large containers for shaded programs• Little to no growth regulators needed for fall 8-inch crops• Great for fall retail when grown as combinations in color bowls andwindow boxesJacqueline Orange FusionFancy Ursula OrangeJacqueline Peach FusionJazzy Ursula CoralSunny UrsulaUrsula LavenderJacqueline PinkJacqueline PearlJacqueline Pink Jacqueline Pink Fusion Jacqueline Yellow ImprovedSunny Ursula16Garden Mums by FamilyGarden Mums by Family 17

Victoria Yellow/GoldFALL TIMING / natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38The perfect mix of vigor and strength• Great plant vigor and strength, complemented with unbeatable colorretention, even in the heatBabette YellowNEWBernadette YellowBethany YellowElectra AmberElena GoldErica YellowHeidi YellowJacqueline YellowImprovedSparkling CherylYellowSunny Marilyn• Ideal for any season in medium to large containersBrilliant Tiffany YellowGigi GoldLisa YellowSunny Monica• Easy to size in shaded programs with a fast response timeChelsey YellowNEWGigi YellowMary YellowSunny Ursula• Be ready for the peak of fall retail sales with the Victoria familyCrazy Victoria AmberDawn YellowGolden AndreaGolden CherylMichelle GoldMildred YellowWilma YellowYolanda YellowDiana YellowGolden MarilynOlga YellowDraga YellowHankie YellowOkra YellowCrazy Victoria Amber Delightful Victoria Orange Rosy Victoria Coral Victoria PinkWanda NEWA late-season family with uniform flowering in rich colorsBabette YellowBernadette YellowBethany Yellow• Natural-season timing falls between Chelsey and Cheryl families• Three vivid colors work beautifully together in wicked combosLATE SE / 42.5 / MOUNDA rich yellow that times well with the Barbie family.Late Season Extender.EARLY / 37.5 / MOUNDAnemone flower with a daisy look. Long-lasting flowerscover a well-rounded plant habit.EARLY SE / 41 / SPHEREBright yellow flowers top a round plant.• Adaptable to spring, shaded, West Coast, large-container andnatural-season programsWanda LavenderNEWBrilliant Tiffany YellowChelsey YellowCrazy Victoria AmberWanda PurpleWanda RedNEWVERY EARLY / 36 / SPHEREA yellow sport of Tiffany with the same plant habit andflowering uniformity.MID / 39 / SPHEREDecorative member of new mid-season family. Timing issimilar to Crazy Victoria Amber, but with clear yellow color.MID / 38.5 / SPHEREExhibits crazy color expression depending on growingtemperatures. All varieties blend well for fall combos.18Garden Mums by FamilyGarden Mums by Color 19

Yellow/GoldFALL TIMING / natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Dawn YellowDiana YellowDraga YellowGolden Cheryl Golden Marilyn Hankie YellowEARLY / 38 / MOUNDEARLY / 37.5 / SPHERELATE / 40 / CLASSICEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDMID / 38.5 / MOUNDLATE / 39.5 / SPHEREBeautiful yellow coloring is well suited for spring andsummer crops.Fall yellow with early response and a vigorous habit.Large flowers on well-mounded plants.A golden two-toned Cheryl sport. Perfect colors for fallbushel baskets.A rich yellow sport of Marilyn.A large sphere of yellow daisies. Showy at the coloredbudstage and in flower.Electra AmberElena GoldErica YellowHeidi YellowVERY EARLY / 36.5 / MOUNDEARLY / 37.5 / SPHERELATE / 40 / CLASSICVERY EARLY / 36.5 / CLASSICAn amazing combination of yellow and bronze. Works asa Ginger replacement with a much more refined habit.A rich yellow color with consistent performance in allcrops. An excellent choice for all programs.Large-flowered yellow variety for natural-season programs.Very early yellow for fall.NEWGigi GoldGigi YellowGolden Andrea Chelsey YellowJacqueline Yellow ImprovedMID / 38.5 / MOUNDMID / 39 / MOUNDLATE SE / 42 / MOUNDEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREPetite-flowered, two-toned gold novelty. Great in hangingbaskets, alone or with the other Gigi colors.Clear yellow flowers cover a compact, mounded plant.Complements the bicolor flowers of Gigi Gold.Decorative, two-toned flowers for late fall.More solid yellow with less bronzing than originalJacqueline Yellow. Habit is better matched to rest of theJacqueline family.20Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 21

Yellow/GoldFALL TIMING / natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Lisa YellowOlga YellowSparkling Cheryl YellowSunny Marilyn MID / 39 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / SPHEREEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDMID / 38.5 / MOUNDVery round plants for fall. Covered with bright yellowdecorative flowers.A strong plant with good habit for peak sales inSeptember. Use after Elena and Yolanda in the fall.A clear yellow sport for the Cheryl family.A vivid yellow sport of Marilyn. Use for mid naturalseasonproduction.Michelle GoldMary YellowSunny Monica Sunny Ursula Wilma YellowLATE / 40 / MOUNDMID / 39 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / SPHERELATE / 39.5 / MOUNDLarge, rich yellow flowers are perfect for late fall.Exciting large-flowered anemone with lighter petals andcontrasting dark center. A perfect novelty for any crop.Use clear yellow Ursula for spring, summer, fall and WestCoast crops.Matches Wilma White in timing and size.Michelle GoldMildred YellowOkra YellowYolanda YellowVERY EARLY / 36 / SPHERELATE SE / 41.5 / MOUNDMID / 39 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / SPHEREStunning fall-colored daisy. Bronze petal undersidescreate an interesting contrast to the golden petals asthe flowers open.A sunny sister to Mildred White. Excellent yellow forlate fall sales.Beautiful sphere-shaped habit covered with yellowflowers.Rich yellow, long-lasting flowers adorn a tidy sphereshapedplant.22Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 23

Orange/BronzeFALL TIMING / Natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Andrea Orange BicolorEmma Orange BicolorJennifer Bronze BicolorAshley Dark OrangeEmma Salmon BicolorMiranda OrangeAubrey OrangeFancy Ursula OrangeNutty Fiona BronzeBrunette BarbieGigi OrangeOlivia OrangeCamille ApricotHailey OrangeSpicy Cheryl OrangeCassia BronzeHannah OrangeVicki Orange BicolorDazzling Stacy OrangeHarmony Bronze BicolorWarm Megan OrangeDelightful Victoria OrangeJacqueline Orange FusionDazzling Stacy OrangeMID / 39 / MOUNDPerfect fall color combination of yellow and orange-red.Looks great in a bushel basket.Andrea Orange BicolorAshley Dark OrangeAubrey OrangeEmma Orange BicolorDelightful Victoria OrangeLATE SE / 42 / MOUNDEARLY SE / 40.5 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / SPHEREA striking two-toned orange. Great in late fall.A rich orange color perfect for fall and Halloween.Makes a great bushel basket.Standout round habit covered with perfectly colored,decorative blooms. Use as a Flashy Gretchen replacement.A striking combo element when paired with Delightful,Rosy and/or Crazy Victoria.Brunette Barbie Camille ApricotCassia BronzeEmma Orange BicolorEmma Salmon BicolorFancy Ursula OrangeLATE SE / 42.5 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / MOUNDLATE SE / 41.5 / MOUNDLATE SE / 41.5 / MOUNDEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREA classic fall bronze color with sphere-shaped habit.Great for Halloween decorating.Unique apricot color draws attention at retail.A perfectly mounded habit, complemented withcinnamon-colored, decorative blooms.A dramatic bicolor sport of Emma Salmon Bicolor forthe Late Season Extender market.Huge flowers with distinct orange and salmon fall color.Bold orange color. The Ursula family is great for all crops.24Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 25

Orange/BronzeFALL TIMING / Natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Gigi OrangeHailey OrangeHannah OrangeSpicy Cheryl OrangeVicki Orange BicolorWarm Megan OrangeMID / 39 / MOUNDLATE / 40 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / MOUNDEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDLATE / 39.5 / CLASSICLATE / 39 / CLASSICBold orange blooms cover a compact mounded plant.Great combined with others in the Gigi family.A late-season orange that is great for natural-seasonprograms blooming between Miranda Orange andAshley Dark Orange.Early orange color for fall. Works well for spring andsummer.A beautiful orange two-toned sport of Cheryl. Perfectfor Cheryl combinations or single pots.Large two-tone fall color flowers. Robust plant withtraditional habit.A deep orange color on a classic mounded habit.Harmony Bronze BicolorJacqueline Orange FusionJennifer Bronze BicolorLATE / 38.5 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / MOUNDNice two-toned, fall-colored flower on plants witha great habit.The perfect duo of fall colors on the same plant. Greatfor Jacqueline family combos.Unique bronze two-toned color with a good flower size.Miranda OrangeNutty Fiona BronzeOlivia OrangeMiranda OrangeMID / 39 / MOUNDEARLY / 38 / MOUNDLATE / 39.5 / SPHEREGreat orange with a darker flower center. Good flowersize and well-mounded plant habit.A rich bronze color, perfect for fall programs.Very nice bright orange with semi-double flowers.Great plant habit for small containers.26Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 27

RedFALL TIMING / Natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Aideen Red FireBonnie RedBrandi BurgundyDanielle Red NEWEdana RedFoxy Marjorie RedHelen MaroonHestia Hot RedJolly Cheryl RedKathleen Dark RedRaquel Ruby RedTabitha ScarletWanda Red NEWAideen Red FireHestia Hot RedJolly Cheryl RedKathleen Dark RedVERY EARLY / 37 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / MOUNDEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDLATE SE / 42.5 / SPHEREGlows like a flame for the very early red market. Usewith the Jacqueline family in shaded production.Features bright red decorative flowers. A great redoption for shaded production.Jolly Cheryl Red rounds out the family for a completecolor collection.A uniform dark red flower that is stunning as it opens.NEWNEWBonnie RedBrandi BurgundyDanielle RedRaquel Ruby RedTabitha ScarletWanda RedVERY EARLY / 37 / SPHERELATE / 39.5 / MOUNDMID / 38.5 / SPHEREEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDMID / 38.5 / SPHERELATE / 40 / SPHEREA bright red daisy for the early fall with goodcolor retention.Dark red flowers with excellent color retention onmounded plants.Perfect sphere-shaped habit for a mid-season reddecorative. Can be used as a red with the Chelsey family.Also works in combo pots with Danielle Purple.A dark red on an easy-to-size plant. Be sure to giveplenty of space.The perfect combination of plant habit and flower color.Works for all crops and combines well with manyother varieties.A bold red color that blends well with the rest of theWanda family.Edana RedFoxy Marjorie RedHelen MaroonEARLY SE / 40.5 / SPHERELATE / 40 / SPHEREEARLY / 38 / MOUNDA fiery ball of deep red daisies, perfect for the lateseason.A strong red color that holds up even in the heat.Duplex flower.An option for a taller red with strong color retention.NEWDanielle Red28Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 29

Pink/PurpleFALL TIMING / natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Alisha Dark PinkDanielle PurpleNEWRhapsody PurpleBarbara Dark PinkGigi Dark PinkStacy PinkBarbie LavenderJacqueline PinkSymphony PinkBeth VioletJacqueline Pink FusionUrsula LavenderBold Vanessa PinkJillian LavenderVictoria PinkChelsey PinkNEWMarsha PinkWanda LavenderCheryl PinkRegal Cheryl PurpleWanda PurpleCheryl PinkDanielle PurpleGigi Dark PinkEARLY SE / 41 / MOUNDMID / 38.5 / SPHEREMID / 39 / MOUNDA great two-toned lavender-pink for the Cheryl family.Can be used in combination containers with others inthe family.A mid-season purple decorative to bridge the gap fromBeth Violet to Wanda Purple. Also pairs well in combopots with Danielle Red.Dramatic, almost purple flowers cover a compact,mounded plant.Alisha Dark PinkBarbara Dark PinkBarbie LavenderLATE / 39.5 / MOUNDEARLY / 38 / MOUNDLATE SE / 42.5 / SPHEREJacqueline PinkA rich purple daisy with color that holds up in the heat.Petite flowers with rich color. Easy-to-size plant.A lavender decorative for the end of the fall season.Perfect to flower after the Cheryl family in the fall.EARLY / 38 / SPHEREA solid lavender-pink color for the Jacqueline family.NEWChelsey PinkNEWBeth VioletBold Vanessa PinkChelsey PinkEARLY / 38 / MOUNDA rich purple color on well-shaped, flexible plants.EARLY SE / 40.5 / SPHEREDark lavender decorative flowers on vigorous plants.MID / 39 / SPHEREPink decorative member of the mid-season Chelseyfamily. Timing similar to Victoria Pink.Jacqueline Pink FusionEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREJillian LavenderVERY EARLY / 37 / MOUNDAn exciting pink bicolor similar to Stacy Pink. Turn headsat retail with easy-to-produce plants.An early lavender for fall programs. More compact thanSymphony Pink.30Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 31

Pink/PurpleCoral/SalmonFALL TIMING / natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Chelsey Coral NEWEmma Coral BicolorFiona Coral OrangeGigi CoralJacqueline PeachFusionJazzy Ursula CoralLindsay CoralMarjean CoralRosy Victoria CoralNEWChelsey CoralEmma Coral BicolorMarsha PinkEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREA pink daisy with good color retention and plant strength.Great choice for spring daisy programs.Regal Cheryl PurpleEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDA solid purple sport of Cheryl. Use in Cherylcombinations for dramatic color contrasts.Rhapsody PurpleMID / 39.5 / CLASSICGood flower size and a deep flower color. Best used innatural-season production.LATE / 39.5 / SPHERECoral decorative member of the midseasonChelsey family, with half-weekslower fall response.LATE SE / 41.5 / MOUNDA fantastic bicolor for Late SeasonExtender natural-season programs.Fiona Coral OrangeGigi CoralJacqueline Peach FusionJazzy Ursula CoralEARLY / 37.5 / MOUNDMID / 39 / MOUNDEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / SPHEREStacy PinkMID / 39 / MOUNDSymphony PinkVERY EARLY / 36.5 / CLASSICUrsula LavenderEARLY / 38 / SPHEREA standout coral for fall. Well suitedfor retail sales at the beginning of thenatural season.Coral blooms with a hint of bicolor covera compact, mounded plant. Combineswith others in the Gigi family.A unique color combo of coral andcream. Another excellent performer ofthe Jacqueline family.Use in place of Festive Ursula Coral.Matches the rest of the family in habitand compact growth.A striking color contrast of white and dark pink.A fall variety with a classic growth habit and good vigor.A perfect plant habit makes the Ursula family veryuseful in all crops and pot sizes.Lindsay CoralMarjean CoralRosy Victoria CoralLATE / 39.5 / SPHEREEARLY SE / 40.5 / SPHEREMID / 38.5 / SPHEREIdeal fall variety. An excellent coraladdition to your fall program.Bright decorative blooms cover a nicelyrounded habit for Early Season Extenderprograms.Brick red color turns more coral withage. Nice color for fall combinationsusing the Victoria family.Victoria PinkWanda LavenderWanda PurpleMID / 39 / SPHERELATE / 39.5 / SPHERELATE / 40 / SPHEREThe original member of the Victoria family. Flowers forthe peak of the fall sales season.Large flower with lavender color and a great plant shape.A wicked sport of Wanda Lavender with boldpurple flowers.32Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 33

WhiteFALL TIMING / natural Response Week / HABITFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 38Bertha WhiteChelsey WhiteEdith WhiteFrosty CherylFrosty JeanetteNEWGigi SnowHelga CreamJacqueline PearlMarilyn WhiteMildred WhiteTiffany WhiteVanna SnowWilma WhiteBertha WhiteJacqueline PearlMarilyn WhiteMildred WhiteEARLY / 38 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 /SPHEREMID / 38.5 / MOUNDLATE SE / 41.5 /MOUNDExcellent in all crops. Strong plant covered with largewhite flowers. An alternative variety for Helga Cream.Pearly white adds contrast to the Jacqueline family.A popular white variety with good flower size and formfor all crops.Very uniform white with large flower size.NEWChelsey WhiteEdith WhiteFrosty Cheryl Tiffany WhiteVanna SnowWilma WhiteMID / 39 / SPHEREVERY EARLY / 36.5 / SPHEREEARLY SE / 40.5 / MOUNDVERY EARLY / 36 / SPHEREEARLY / 37.5 / MOUNDLATE / 39.5 / MOUNDWhite decorative member of the mid-season Chelseyfamily. A great option for a mid-season white.Stunning performance in all crops and most containersizes with unique white anenome flower form.A clear white sport of Cheryl even under cool conditions.Forms a compact ball covered with white flowers forthe fall.Eye-catching bright white daisy flowers with goodsubstance that hold up to the weather.A great white for any late fall crop and summerprograms in larger containers.Frosty Jeanette Gigi SnowHelga CreamLATE / 40 /SPHEREMID / 39 / MOUNDEARLY / 38 / SPHEREA late-season white daisy for fall.Crisp, clear white flowers cover a compact,mounded plant.Creamy colored flowers that mature to whiteupon opening.Jacqueline Pearl34Garden Mums by ColorGarden Mums by Color 35

Garden Mums / Fresh-All-FallWeek 37 and earlier – Very early Week 37.5/38 – Early Week 38.5/39 – MidVariety Rsp N S Variety Rsp N S Variety Rsp N SMichelle Gold 36 Diana Yellow 37.5 Yolanda Yellow 38.5 fBrilliant Tiffany Yellow 36 f Jacqueline Yellow Imp. 37.5 Golden Marilyn 38.5Heidi Yellow 36.5 Sunny Ursula 37.5 Sunny Marilyn 38.5Electra Amber 36.5 f Elena Gold 37.5 f Gigi Gold 38.5Bernadette Yellow 37.5 s Olga Yellow 38.5Week 39.5/40 – Late Week 40.5/41 – ESE Week 41.5 and Later – LSEVariety Rsp N S Variety Rsp N S Variety Rsp N SWilma Yellow 39.5 Sparkling Cheryl Yellow 40.5 Mildred Yellow 41.5 sHankie Yellow 39.5 s Golden Cheryl 40.5 Golden Andrea 42 sMary Yellow 40 Bethany Yellow 41 s Babette Yellow 42.5Erica Yellow 40 sDraga Yellow 40 sDawn Yellow 38 Crazy Victoria Amber 38.5 sGigi Yellow 39Chelsey Yellow 39Yellow/GoldOkra Yellow 39 sSunny Monica 39Lisa Yellow 39 sHannah Orange 37.5 f Delightful Victoria Orange 38.5 sVicki Orange Bicolor 39.5 s Ashley Dark Orange 40.5 s Emma Orange Bicolor 41.5 f sJacqueline OrangeFusion37.5 Aubrey Orange 38.5Olivia Orange 39.5 f s Spicy Cheryl Orange 40.5 Andrea Orange Bicolor 42 sCassia Bronze 37.5 Jennifer Bronze Bicolor 38.5 f sHailey Orange 40 s Brunette Barbie 42.5 sFancy Ursula Orange 37.5 Harmony Bronze Bicolor 38.5 sNutty Fiona Bronze 38 f Dazzling Stacy Orange 39 f sOrange/BronzeMiranda Orange 39 sWarm Megan Orange 39 sGigi Orange 39RedAideen Red Fire 37 f Hestia Hot Red 37.5 s Danielle Red 38.5 sBonnie Red 37 f Helen Maroon 38 f s Tabitha Scarlet 38.5 f sBrandi Burgundy 39.5 f Edana Red 40.5 s Kathleen Dark Red 42.5 sFoxy Marjorie Red 40 Raquel Ruby Red 40.5 f sWanda Red 40 s Jolly Cheryl Red 40.5Pink/PurpleSymphony Pink 36.5 f s Marsha Pink 37.5 f Danielle Purple 38.5 sJillian Lavender 37 f Jacqueline Pink Fusion 37.5 Gigi Dark Pink 39Jacqueline Pink 38 Victoria Pink 39 sBeth Violet 38 f s Stacy Pink 39 f sUrsula Lavender 38 Chelsey Pink 39Barbara Dark Pink 38 f sAlisha Dark Pink 39.5 Bold Vanessa Pink 40.5 s Barbie Lavender 42.5 sWanda Lavender 39.5 s Regal Cheryl Purple 40.5Rhapsody Purple 39.5 f s Cheryl Pink 41Wanda Purple 40 sCoral/SalmonFiona Coral Orange 37.5 f Camille Apricot 38.5 fJacqueline Peach Fusion 37.5 Rosy Victoria Coral 38.5 sJazzy Ursula Coral 37.5 Gigi Coral 39Chelsey Coral 39.5 Marjean Coral 40.5 f Emma Coral Bicolor 41.5 f sLindsay Coral 39.5 f s Emma Salmon Bicolor 41.5 f sWhiteTiffany White 36 f Jacqueline Pearl 37.5 Marilyn White 38.5Edith White 36.5 Vanna Snow 37.5 Gigi Snow 39Helga Cream 38 s Chelsey White 39Bertha White 38 fWilma White 39.5 Frosty Cheryl 40.5 Mildred White 41.5 sFrosty Jeanette 40 s36New varieties denoted in bold. Rsp represent when the variety will be between Stage 2 and 3. Most varieties will be cracking color two weeks before the date listed. See the At-a-Glancetable for more specific info. The typical ship stage will be between cracking color and Stage 3 and depend on the market.N = North, S = South, f = Will flower 6 or more days faster in this region, s = Will flower 6 or more days slower in this regionGarden Mums Fresh-All-FallGarden Mums Fresh-All-Fall 37

Garden Mums • At-a-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectHabitFamilyColorGroupFlowerFormFall CrackColor WeekFallRsp.FallTimingNSOutdoorVigorGHVigorShadeRsp.KQRateSpringShadedSm/Md PotShaded West Coast West CoastMd/Lg Pot Sm/Md Pot Md/Lg PotHangingBasketsLg Pots/BushelBasketsLandscapeVarietiesFall HighTemp.Technical CommentsAideen Red Fire 28 Sphere Red Decorative 35 37 Very Early f S/M S/M 6.5 G• • • • • •Recommended red for the Jacqueline family in blackcloth. Fast response even inthe heat.Alisha Dark Pink 30 Mound Lav/Pur Daisy 37.5 39.5 Late S/M S/M 7 G •• • • • • Dark color holds well in high temps. Not recommended for large containers.Andrea OrangeBicolorAshley DarkOrange24 Mound Andrea Org/Brz Decorative 40 42 Late SE s M/L S/M 7.5 P24 Sphere Org/Brz Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE s M M 7 G• Wide plant habit for natural-season crops only.• • • • Color stays true in high temperatures.Aubrey Orange 24 Sphere Org/Brz Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid M M 7.5 G• • • • • • • Slower than most varieties in blackcloth.Babette Yellow 19 Mound Yel/Gold Decorative 40.5 42.5 Late SE M S/M 7.5 VG• • •Recommended as a yellow for the Barbie family in natural season. Slow responsein blackcloth.Barbara DarkPink30 Mound Lav/Pur Decorative 35.5 38 Early f s M/L M/L 7 VG• • Rich color with good color retention to use in natural season.Barbie Lavender 30 Sphere Barbie Lav/Pur Decorative 40.5 42.5 Late SE s M S/M 7.5 G• • Recommended for natural-season crops only.Bernadette Yellow19 Mound Yel/Gold Anemone 35.5 37.5 Early s M/L L 6.5 VG• • • • Easy-to-size option for natural-season crops only.Bertha White 34 Sphere White Decorative 36 38 Early f M M 6.5 G •Bethany Yellow 19 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 39 41 Early SE s S/M M 7 VG• • • • • • • Expect a semi-decorative flower form in blackcloth and coastal CA crops.• • • • Compact growth with an early October flower date for natural-season crops.Beth Violet 30 Mound Lav/Pur Decorative 35.5 38 Early f s M M/L 6.5 G• • •Plan for early B-Nine ® applications in blackcloth crops. Not recommended for largecontainers.Bold Vanessa Pink30 Sphere Lav/Pur Decorative 39 40.5 Early SE s M/L L 7.5 G• • • • Vigorous plant that makes size in any program.Bonnie Red 28 Sphere Red Daisy 35 37 Very Early f S/M S/M 6.5 A •• • • • • Best red daisy for high-temperature blackcloth crops.Brandi Burgundy 28 Mound Red Decorative 37 39.5 Late f M M 7 VG• • • • •Keep pots fed and moist to promote full branching potential. Flowers faster in thesouth in the fall.Brilliant Tiffany Yellow19 Sphere Tiffany Yel/Gold Decorative 34.5 36 Very Early f S S/M 6.5 G• Flowers slightly later than Tiffany with consistent performance year after year.Brunette Barbie 24 Sphere Barbie Org/Brz Decorative 40.5 42.5 Late SE s M S/M 7.5 A• •Reddish-bronze color. Best for fall crops. Color may fade in the heat of the extremesouth.Camille Apricot 24 Sphere Org/Brz Daisy 37 38.5 Mid f S/M S/M 7 A •• • • • Great plant habit with compact growth.Cassia Bronze 24 Mound Org/Brz Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early M M 6.5 GChelsey Coral 33 Sphere Chelsey Cor/Sal Decorative 37.5 39.5 Late M/L M/L 6.5 A• •• • • • •Color is very red in bud and opens to a scarlet-orange. Daisy-like flower in shadedcrops.Fall response is a half-week slower than the rest of the Chelsey family. Color mayfade in higher temperatures.Chelsey Pink 30 Sphere Chelsey Lav/Pur Decorative 37 39 Mid M/L M/L 6.5 GChelsey White 34 Sphere Chelsey White Decorative 37 39 Mid M/L M/L 6.5 VGChelsey Yellow 19 Sphere Chelsey Yel/Gold Decorative 37 39 Mid M/L M/L 6.5 VGCheryl Pink 31 Mound Cheryl Lav/Pur Decorative 39 41 Early SE M/L S/M 7 G •• • • • • • • The vigor of the Victoria family with larger flower size.• • • • • • • Vigorous white for all crops.• • • • • • • Clear yellow flower color (unlike Crazy Victoria Amber) even in cool climates.• • • • • • • Can finish a few days slower than the rest of the Cheryl family, but still well matched.Crazy Victoria Amber19 Sphere Victoria Yel/Gold Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid s M/L M 6.5 G• •The amount of yellow varies from clear yellow to orange two-toned based on thecrop's temperature from hot to cool.Danielle Purple 31 Sphere Danielle Lav/Pur Decorative 37 38.5 Mid s M M 6.5 G• • • Similar response to the Chelsey family in both blackcloth and natural-season crops.Danielle Red 28 Sphere Danielle Red Decorative 37 38.5 Mid s M M 6.5 G• • •Mid-season red option for growers in the north where Tabitha Scarlet comes in tooearly.Dawn Yellow 20 Mound Yel/Gold Decorative 35.5 38 Early S/M M 6.5 VG •• • • • Best in small- to medium-sized pots.38New varieties denoted in bold. | Rsp represent when the variety will be between Stage 2 and 3. Most varieties will be cracking color two weeks before the date listed.Fall Timing: Early SE = Early Season Extender, Late SE = Late Season ExtenderFall response adjusters: N = North, S = South, f = Will flower 6 or more days faster in this region, s = Will flower 6 or more days slower in this regionGarden Mums At-A-GlanceOutdoor Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Greenhouse Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Shade Response: Weeks from start of blackcloth to 50% flowerKeeping Quality Rate: VG = Very Good, G = Good, A = Average, P = Poor | • = Recommended for useGarden Mums At-A-Glance 39

Garden Mums • At-a-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectHabitFamilyColorGroupFlowerFormFall CrackColor WeekFallRsp.FallTimingNSOutdoorVigorGHVigorShadeRsp.KQRateSpringShadedSm/Md PotShaded West Coast West CoastMd/Lg Pot Sm/Md Pot Md/Lg PotHangingBasketsLg Pots/BushelBasketsLandscapeVarietiesFall HighTemp.Technical CommentsDazzling Stacy OrangeDelightfulVictoria Orange25 Mound Stacy Org/Brz Daisy 37 39 Mid f s M M 7 A25 Sphere Victoria Org/Brz Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid s M/L M/L 6.5 G• • • • Recommended for fall only to achieve best branching habit.• • • • • Orange color holds up in the heat. First to flower for the Victoria family.Diana Yellow 20 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early M/L L 6.5 VGDraga Yellow 20 Classic Yel/Gold Decorative 38 40 Late s M/L M 8 AEdana Red 28 Sphere Red Daisy 38.5 40.5 Early SE s M S/M 7 A •Edith White 34 Sphere White Anemone 35 36.5 Very Early S M 7 G •• ••• • • • • •• • • • • • •Recommended for fall programs only. Will be very large with duplex flowers underspring and shaded conditions.Slow to finish in spring and shaded programs. Roots can be sensitive to wetconditions.Super round plant with rich red color especially in shaded crops. Flowers slowerin the south in natural season.Foliage may be pale during growing phase but will green up. Early buds may appearin natural crops but, with regular feed and water, the plant will continue to grow.Electra Amber 20 Mound Yel/Gold Decorative 34.5 36.5 Very Early f M/L M/L 6.5 VG• • • • Natural-season crops best. Can use as an early bronze in the north.Elena Gold 20 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early f S/M S/M 7 VG •• • • • • • • •European-style plant with excellent flower longevity. May be too small forpremium large containers.Emma CoralBicolor33 Mound Emma Cor/Sal Decorative 39 41.5 Late SE f s S/M S 8 P•Not recommended for shaded crops due to slow response. Too small for 14-inchpots.Emma OrangeBicolor25 Mound Emma Org/Brz Decorative 39 41.5 Late SE f s S/M S 8 P•Not recommended for shaded crops due to slow response. Too small for 14-inchpots.Emma SalmonBicolor25 Mound Emma Org/Brz Decorative 39 41.5 Late SE f s S/M S 8 P•Response will vary by latitude. Not recommended for spring and summer cropsdue to slow flowering response.Erica Yellow 20 Classic Yel/Gold Decorative 37.5 40 Late s M M 6.5 G• Good flower size. Plants are fullest in natural-season crops.Fancy Ursula Orange25 Sphere Ursula Org/Brz Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early S S 6.5 G •• • • • • •A very rich orange Ursula with color retention. Add a few additional weeks of longdays before blackcloth for 14" production.Fiona CoralOrange33 Mound Fiona Cor/Sal Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early f S/M S/M 7 VG• • • • Nice fall color of orangy coral. Best for natural-season crops.Foxy Marjorie Red28 Sphere Red Duplex 38.5 40 Late M/L L 7.5 G• • •Flower will be a daisy in blackcloth crops. Slow but easy to size for large pots inshaded programs.Frosty Cheryl 34 Mound Cheryl White Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE M/L M 7 G •Frosty Jeanette 34 Sphere White Daisy 38 40 Late s M M 6.5 A• • • • • • •Flowers and buds are white even under cool growing conditions. A bit morevigorous than the rest of the Cheryl family.Vanna Snow and Edith White have better flowers for spring, blackcloth andcoastal CA crops.Gigi Coral 33 Mound Gigi Cor/Sal Decorative 37 39 Mid S S 7 A •Gigi Dark Pink 31 Mound Gigi Lav/Pur Decorative 37 39 Mid S S 7 G •• • • Strong coral color; can express lighter in hot conditions.• • • • Rich color and holds up better than Pink Gigi in the heat.Gigi Gold 20 Mound Gigi Yel/Gold Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid S S 7 A •• • • •Slightly richer yellow color than Gigi Yellow in warm crops. Rich gold two-tone incool crops.Gigi Orange 26 Mound Gigi Org/Brz Decorative 37 39 Mid S S 7 A •Gigi Snow 34 Mound Gigi White Decorative 37 39 Mid S S 7 G •Gigi Yellow 20 Mound Gigi Yel/Gold Decorative 37 39 Mid S S 7 G •• • • • Typically a solid orange, but may express two-tone color under hot conditions.• • • • A solid white color in bud and open flower.• • • • A solid yellow color in bud and open flower.Golden Andrea 20 Mound Andrea Yel/Gold Decorative 40 42 Late SE s M/L S/M 7 P•Wide plant habit. Will be ready a few days before Andrea Orange. For naturalseasoncrops only.Golden Cheryl 21 Mound Cheryl Yel/Gold Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE M S/M 7 G •Golden Marilyn 21 Mound Marilyn Yel/Gold Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • • Buds will appear darker because of the two-toned color.• • • • • Flowers a few days later than Marilyn.Hailey Orange 26 Sphere Org/Brz Decorative 38 40 Late s S/M S/M 7 G •Hankie Yellow 21 Sphere Yel/Gold Daisy 38 39.5 Late s L L 7.5 A• • • • • •• • • • •Compact and not recommended for large containers. Flowers faster than AshleyDark Orange.Easy to size. Slower response in blackcloth. Excellent natural-seasonperformance.40New varieties denoted in bold. | Rsp represent when the variety will be between Stage 2 and 3. Most varieties will be cracking color two weeks before the date listed.Fall Timing: Early SE = Early Season Extender, Late SE = Late Season ExtenderFall response adjusters: N = North, S = South, f = Will flower 6 or more days faster in this region, s = Will flower 6 or more days slower in this regionGarden Mums At-A-GlanceOutdoor Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Greenhouse Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Shade Response: Weeks from start of blackcloth to 50% flowerKeeping Quality Rate: VG = Very Good, G = Good, A = Average, P = Poor | • = Recommended for useGarden Mums At-A-Glance 41

Garden Mums • At-a-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectHabitFamilyColorGroupFlowerFormFall CrackColor WeekFallRsp.FallTimingNSOutdoorVigorGHVigorShadeRsp.KQRateSpringShadedSm/Md PotShaded West Coast West CoastMd/Lg Pot Sm/Md Pot Md/Lg PotHangingBasketsLg Pots/BushelBasketsLandscapeVarietiesFall HighTemp.Technical CommentsHannah Orange26 Mound Org/Brz Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early f M M/L 6.5 VG •• • • • • • •Color holds up in the heat. Plan for early B-Nine ® application in blackcloth crops.Well mounded in the fall. Flowers fast in the south.Harmony Bronze Bicolor26 Sphere Org/Brz Decorative 36 38.5 Late s M/L L 7 A• • •Fall response varies depending on temperature. Not recommeded for largecontainers.Heidi Yellow 21 Classic Yel/Gold Decorative 34.5 36.5 Very Early S/M M/L 6.5 VGHelen Maroon 28 Mound Red Decorative 35.5 38 Early f s M/L M/L 6.5 G •Helga Cream 34 Sphere White Decorative 36.5 38 Early s M/L M 7.5 VGHestia Hot Red 29 Mound Red Decorative 35 37.5 Early s M M 6.5 G ••• • • • • • •Very early clear yellow for the north in the fall. Not recommended for largecontainers.Anticipate low crown bud flowers ahead of the rest of the plant. Notrecommended for large containers.Not to be used in cool crops such as coastal CA.Eye-catching red color with good longevity. Ideal for fall and can work for shadedprograms. Fall response is slower in the south.Jacqueline Orange Fusion26 Sphere Jacqueline Org/Brz Decorative 36 37.5 Early M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • •Color expression varies based on temperature. Typically an orange and yellowtwo-tone. Expect more solid color and coral/red in cool outdoor conditions.Jacqueline Peach Fusion33 Sphere Jacqueline Cor/Sal Decorative 36 37.5 Early S/M S/M 6.5 G •• • • • •Expect more cream yellow and less coral under higher temperatures. Smallest inthe Jacqueline family.Jacqueline Pearl35 Sphere Jacqueline White Decorative 36 37.5 Early M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • • Expect pink petal tips in cool crops.Jacqueline Pink31 Sphere Jacqueline Lav/Pur Decorative 36.5 38 Early M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • •Slowest response in the Jacqueline family. Free branching means you may seeside laterals when planting rooted liners.Jacqueline Pink Fusion31 Sphere Jacqueline Lav/Pur Decorative 36 37.5 Early M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • •Great compact habit makes the Jacqueline family the perfect option for bushelbaskets that require less space in the fall.Jacqueline Yellow Improved21 Sphere Jacqueline Yel/Gold Decorative 36 37.5 Early S/M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • •Less bronzing than original Jacqueline Yellow. Under the coolest conditions,some bronzing will occur.Jazzy Ursula CoralJennifer Bronze Bicolor33 Sphere Ursula Cor/Sal Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early S S 6.5 G •26 Mound Org/Brz Decorative 36 38.5 Mid f s M/L M 7 G• • • • • • Dark coral that may appear almost red in cool conditions.• • • Will flower earlier than listed in the north and later in the south.Jillian Lavender31 Mound Lav/Pur Decorative 35.5 37 Very Early f S/M S 6 VG•Not recommended for the deep south as it will initiate under natural photoperiodsless than 14 hours.Jolly Cheryl Red29 Mound Cheryl Red Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE M S 7 A •• • • • •Color is lighter red to coral in warmer conditions. Kathleen Dark Red is analternative in blackcloth for richer red.Kathleen DarkRed29 Sphere Red Decorative 40.5 42.5 Late SE s S S 7.5 G •• • • • • Replaces Carmella Red. Compact; not recommended for large containers.Lindsay Coral 33 Sphere Cor/Sal Decorative 37 39.5 Late f s M M 6.5 GLisa Yellow 22 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 36.5 39 Mid s M/L M/L 7 VG• • • Expect to flower earlier than listed in the north and later in the south.• • White streaks on the foliage are caused by high temperatures.Marilyn White 35 Mound Marilyn White Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid M M 6.5 G •Marjean Coral 33 Sphere Cor/Sal Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE f M/L M 6.5 G •Marsha Pink 32 Sphere Lav/Pur Daisy 36 37.5 Early f M M 6.5 G •Mary Yellow 22 Mound Yel/Gold Decorative 37.5 40 Late M/L M 6.5 VG• • • • •• • • • • • •• • • • • • • •• • •Not recommended for large containers. Avoid overhead irrigation to reduceBacterial Leaf Spot risk.Great coral color for shaded or natural crops. Flowers faster in the south innatural-season production.Great habit for fall crops. Slightly more upright in tighter spring crops. Faster toflower in the south.Best choice for late-season yellow in larger containers as it has more vigor thanWilma Yellow.Michelle Gold 22 Sphere Yel/Gold Daisy 34.5 36 Very Early M M 6 G •Mildred White 35 Mound Mildred White Decorative 39.5 41.5 Late SE s M/L M/L 7.5 VGMildred Yellow 22 Mound Mildred Yel/Gold Decorative 39.5 41.5 Late SE s M/L M/L 7.5 VG• • • • • Early to flower in all crops even in the heat. Not recommended in large containers.• • • • • • Excellent in slow-response crops. Expect to flower slower in warm conditions.• • • • • Round habit that is wider than it is tall. Expect a slower response in the south.Miranda Orange 26 Mound Org/Brz Decorative 37.5 39 Mid s S/M S/M 7 A •• • • • •Best for small and medium containers. Similar color to Spicy Cheryl with anearlier response for fall.Nutty Fiona Bronze26 Mound Fiona Org/Brz Decorative 36 38 Early f S/M S/M 7 G• •Slightly smaller plant than Fiona Coral Orange. Color is almost red in bud wheninitially opening.42New varieties denoted in bold. | Rsp represent when the variety will be between Stage 2 and 3. Most varieties will be cracking color two weeks before the date listed.Fall Timing: Early SE = Early Season Extender, Late SE = Late Season ExtenderFall response adjusters: N = North, S = South, f = Will flower 6 or more days faster in this region, s = Will flower 6 or more days slower in this regionGarden Mums At-A-GlanceOutdoor Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Greenhouse Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Shade Response: Weeks from start of blackcloth to 50% flowerKeeping Quality Rate: VG = Very Good, G = Good, A = Average, P = Poor | • = Recommended for useGarden Mums At-A-Glance 43

Garden Mums • At-a-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectHabitFamilyColorGroupFlowerFormFall CrackColor WeekFallRsp.FallTimingNSOutdoorVigorGHVigorShadeRsp.KQRateSpringShadedSm/Md PotShaded West Coast West CoastMd/Lg Pot Sm/Md Pot Md/Lg PotHangingBasketsLg Pots/BushelBasketsLandscapeVarietiesFall HighTemp.Technical CommentsOkra Yellow 22 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 37 39 Mid s M/L M/L 8 AOlga Yellow 23 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid M/L M/L 6.5 VG• Very slow blackcloth response. Not recommended for larger containers.• • • Upgrades Golden Helga for plant strength and vigor.Olivia Orange 26 Sphere Org/Brz Duplex 37 39.5 Late f s S/M S/M 7.5 A •• •Expect to flower earlier than listed in the north and later in the south. Color islighter in hot blackcloth crops.Raquel RubyRed29 Mound Red Decorative 38 40.5 Early SE f s L M/L 7 G• • •It is best to plant later because of good plant vigor and late flowering response.Not recommended for spring or summer.Regal Cheryl PurpleRhapsody PurpleRosy Victoria Coral32 Mound Cheryl Lav/Pur Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE M S 7 G •32 Classic Lav/Pur Decorative 37 39.5 Mid f s M M 7.5 G33 Sphere Victoria Cor/Sal Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid s M/L M/L 6.5 G• • • • • • Slowest response and most compact habit in the Cheryl family.Feed well to allow growth if crown buds form. Wanda Purple is an alternative.• • • • Expect a more coral and less red color in warm summer crops.SparklingCheryl Yellow23 Mound Cheryl Yel/Gold Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE M S/M 7 G •• • • • • • •More distinct color difference from Golden Cheryl in spring, West Coast and coolfall crops.Spicy Cheryl Orange27 Mound Cheryl Org/Brz Decorative 38.5 40.5 Early SE M S/M 7 G •• • • • • • • Buds appear almost red and open to beautiful two-toned orange.Stacy Pink 32 Mound Stacy Lav/Pur Daisy 37 39 Mid f s M M 7 G• • • •Not recommended for spring and shaded crops as plants are not as full and coloris not fully expressed under those conditions.Sunny Marilyn 23 Mound Marilyn Yel/Gold Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid M M 6.5 GSunny Monica 23 Sphere Yel/Gold Anemone 37 39 Mid M M/L 7 A •Sunny Ursula 23 Sphere Ursula Yel/Gold Decorative 35.5 37.5 Early S S/M 6.5 G •• • • • • Slowest response in the Marilyn family.• • • • • • • Cuttings in the spring may appear pale but will finish fine.• • • • • • Adaptable to any container size with proper culture.Symphony Pink32 Classic Lav/Pur Decorative 34 36.5 V Early f s M/L M/L 6.5 VG•Very early fall response in the north and three weeks later to flower in the south.Large, easy-to-size plant.Tabitha Scarlet 29 Sphere Red Decorative 36.5 38.5 Mid f s M M 7 G •Tiffany White 35 Sphere Tiffany White Decorative 34.5 36 V Early f S S/M 6.5 G• • • • • Expect a slow response in high-temperature blackcloth programs.• Consistent timing in all regions. Not recommended for spring or shaded crops.Ursula Lavender32 Sphere Ursula Lav/Pur Decorative 36 38 Early S S/M 6.5 G •• • • • • •Expect to be more compact in natural-season 14-inch containers. It is adaptableto all sizes in blackcloth.Vanna Snow 35 Mound White Daisy 35.5 37.5 Early M M 7 VG •• • • • • • •Uniform flowering on well-mounded plant. May be a bit slow in spring and coastalCA crops.Vicki OrangeBicolor27 Classic Org/Brz Decorative 37 39.5 Late s M/L M/L 7 A• • • Recommended for fall programs only.Victoria Pink 32 Sphere Victoria Lav/Pur Decorative 37 39 Mid s M/L M/L 6.5 G• • • • • Great color retention in all conditions. Best in medium to large containers.Wanda Lavender32 Sphere Wanda Lav/Pur Decorative 37 39.5 Late s M M 6.5 G •• • • • • • • • Slightly faster than Wanda Purple and Wanda Red.Wanda Purple 32 Sphere Wanda Lav/Pur Decorative 37.5 40 Late s M M 6.5 G •Wanda Red 29 Sphere Wanda Red Decorative 37.5 40 Late s M M 6.5 G• • • • • • • • Rich color that holds up well in any crop.• • • • • • • • Expect purple undertones in cool conditions.Warm Megan Orange27 Classic Org/Brz Duplex 36.5 39 Mid s M/L L 7 VG •• •Tall growth requires early B-Nine ® ; more frequent applications may be needed inblackcloth crops.Wilma White 35 Mound Wilma White Decorative 37.5 39.5 Late M M 6.5 VG •Wilma Yellow 23 Mound Wilma Yel/Gold Decorative 37.5 39.5 Late S/M M 6.5 VGYolanda Yellow 23 Sphere Yel/Gold Decorative 36 38.5 Mid f S/M S/M 6.5 VG •• • • • • • • May be clubby in spring and blackcloth crops; avoid late B-Nine ® and late DIF.• • • • • • Similar to Wilma White with less vigor in large natural-season containers.• • • • • • Compact habit that can fill a 14-inch pot.New varieties denoted in bold. | Rsp represent when the variety will be between Stage 2 and 3. Most varieties will be cracking color two weeks before the date listed.Fall Timing: Early SE = Early Season Extender, Late SE = Late Season ExtenderFall response adjusters: N = North, S = South, f = Will flower 6 or more days faster in this region, s = Will flower 6 or more days slower in this regionOutdoor Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Greenhouse Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, L = Large | Shade Response: Weeks from start of blackcloth to 50% flowerKeeping Quality Rate: VG = Very Good, G = Good, A = Average, P = Poor | • = Recommended for use44Garden Mums At-A-GlanceGarden Mums At-A-Glance 45

Garden Mum CultureGarden Mums are easy to grow when basic guidelines are followed. Simply plantrooted cuttings and feed. Today’s varieties do all the work when you provide theappropriate feed. Below is a list of the points for successfully growing any gardenmum crop.1) Plant (rooted) or stick (unrooted) cuttings as soon as they arrive and always plantor stick cuttings into moist media. For natural-season East Coast and Midwestcrops, planting rooted cuttings outside in mid- to late June, or even early July,saves growing time and reduces premature budding caused by the cool nights oflate May and early June.2) Start the liquid feed program in the first three days after stick for unrooted cuttingsand at the time of planting for rooted cuttings.3) Maintain the level of fertilizer in the root zone with a constant liquid feed programand be sure to re-feed after rain so the plants always have fertilizer during thegrowing phase.4) Pinches are not required for most crops. One pinch may be beneficial if your cuttingshave stretched due to delayed planting, if large propagation cells were used, or ifyou are in a low humidity growing area.5) Space pots so plants will not touch when they reach the desired finished size.6) Monitor the feed levels in the pot and in the irrigation line to prevent problems beforethey show up in the plant.7) Take notes on procedures used, any problems seen and weather conditions to allowfor adjustments and planning for a better crop next year.RECOMMENDED CULTURAL PRACTICESOn Receipt of CuttingsPlant (rooted) or stick (unrooted) garden mum cuttings immediately. If the cuttingscannot be planted immediately, they may be stored for one or two days in a cooler at33°–40°F / 0.5°–4.4°C, but this is not recommended.Rooting Unrooted CuttingsRooting hormone increases uniformity. The easiest way to apply hormone is to spraycuttings after stick with 200 ppm IBA (indole-3-butyric acid). If spraying IBA, spray inthe early morning the day after stick to allow the mist program to be turned off for oneto two hours and then resume mist after cuttings begin to wilt. An alternate method isto apply 1,000 – 1,500 ppm IBA in powder or liquid form to the bottom 1/8"–1/4" ofcuttings before sticking.Always stick cuttings into moist root media. The longer you plan to hold the cutting inthe cell tray before planting, the bigger the cell should be. Unrooted cuttings can alsobe stuck directly into the finishing container, which requires more propagation space.Allowing plants to become over-rooted, dried out, crowded and/or under-fertilizedserves to compromise plant growth and sets the stage for severe budding very earlyin the crop. Proper care initially is crucial for easy, high-quality finished crops. Plant thecuttings as soon as possible after rooting so quality is not compromised.Ideal light levels are 3,500 – 4,000 foot candles. Rooting medium temperature shouldbe 70°–74°F / 21°–24°C. Maintain air temperature of 70°–85°F / 21°–29°C. Use longdaylighting year round to reduce budding during rooting (see Photoperiod Controlsection). Fertilization during propagation also reduces rooting time. Apply a completeN-P-K fertilizer containing 165 – 200 ppm of nitrogen approximately two or three timesa week starting on the third day after stick or when callus starts to form.Misting guidelines: Use of an environmental controller to vary the mist based onweather and the stage of root development is ideal. More traditional mist time clockscan also be used. In most cases, mist can be off 10 days after stick and with a 100-celltray, cuttings can be ready to plant in 14 days. Overall, less mist is better at all stagesof development since water-logged media slows the rooting process. There is no needto mist a turgid cutting. Mist during daylight hours throughout the rooting process andduring the night for the first three to four days to help keep cuttings turgid. You will findit is possible to shut the mist system off in the morning and wait until cuttings first startto wilt before turning the mist back on. This will reduce the amount of mist at the leaststressful part of the day and decrease overall time needed in propagation.PlantingAlways plant the cuttings into moist growing media. Planting a garden mum cutting intodry media reduces initial growth and future potential. Plant cuttings to just cover the rootball, as deep planting of cuttings is neither required nor recommended and can lead todisease problems. For HD52 liners, we recommend planting approximately 1/2" deeper.Liquid fertilization at planting time gets the plant off to a vigorous start. Immediately afterplanting, water-in freshly planted cuttings with a complete N-P-K fertilizer containing250 –350 ppm of nitrogen. Allowing garden mum cuttings to wilt inhibits theirestablishment, future branching and overall growth. It may be beneficial to mist orsyringe the plants for the first few days, or until the plants are fully turgid and the rootsare absorbing water, this is especially true for HD52 liners.HD52 Rooted LinersHD52 liners are an ideal option for rooted garden mum cuttings. They offer a fast croptime in propagation and are actively growing when they arrive for your production. Inaddition they have a high shipping density for freight savings. They do require a slightlydifferent way of handling than the standard 102–tray cuttings.HD52 liners must be planted upon receipt, do not hold the liners for planting. It isalso important that the liners are kept moist to prevent a delay in rooting out in thepot once transplanted. This can be challenging when using overhead irrigation as theleaves of the cutting may deflect the irrigation so it never gets to the Oasis ® cube.When planting, bury the entire Oasis rooting cube approximately 1/2" below the mediasurface for the best results in rooting into the pot. Watering overhead with a wateringnozzle immediately after planting will help to insure good media contact with the plugand help to keep the plug covered. Some growers will syringe the plants two to threetimes a day for the first three days after planting. Once planted, the HD52 will growjust like any other rooted cutting.Budded CuttingsGarden mums are very reproductive. At times, some buds may be present whencuttings are received. When producing garden mums, this must be expected. Keep inmind, the development of a small terminal bud is the basis of the no-pinch program.To prevent garden mum cuttings from becoming prematurely reproductive, it isnecessary to keep them actively growing. Therefore, it is essential to provide theplant with optimum moisture and fertility levels. Use night interruption lighting duringpropagation and before the start of short days with blackcloth crops to help preventpremature bud initiation (see Photoperiod Control section). This should be done evenduring natural long-day periods.Many areas of North America experience very cool nights in June, which may causecuttings to initiate buds prematurely. This may seem serious, but by simply pushing thefertilizer concentration, plants almost always continue to grow and become a qualityfall crop. This is true for no-pinch crops or if the buds are picked off after they develop.Growing MediaFor mum production, the growing medium should retain adequate water after irrigationbut also drain sufficiently to provide aeration during rainy weather. Many growers usepeat-based mixes commonly used for bedding plants and baskets. Some growersprefer heavier bark-based mixes. Of the two types of growing media, bark-basedmixes are more porous and might require 20% more nitrogen with the feed program.In either case, be sure that the growing mix is well drained with 12 – 18% air-filled porespace. The pH range should be 5.8–6.2. If a very lightweight mix is used, large plantscan be top heavy and prone to tipping over in windy conditions. If this is a problem,use a growing mix that contains a heavier component (like bark) to provide weight andstability to the pots.ContainersThere are a variety of container sizes used in garden mum production. Cell packs,handle baskets and 3"–6" / 8–15 cm pots are widely used for spring sales. For summerand fall sales 6"– 8" / 15–20 cm plastic and fiber pots are used, along with one totwo-gallon nursery containers. Many growers find demand for large pot sizes such as10" / 25 cm, 12" / 30 cm and 14" / 35 cm pots as well as different pot colors andstyles. As a general rule, the larger the container, the larger the finished plant will be.We recommend using new containers each year. Reused containers must be properlycleaned and sanitized to prevent possible crop disease issues.There is also the potential to “upgrade" traditional pots with pot covers put on at thetime of retail delivery. Seasonal themes such as Jack-o-lanterns or bushel basketsare available. Pot covers add market value at a low cost and do not require anyadjustments to your current growing process.TemperatureOnce the cuttings are in the final container, keep night temperatures above 62°–65°Fto allow growth and reduce the potential for budding. Night temperatures in the 50scan cause garden mum bud initiation and potential development even under long dayconditions. Plant outdoor crops in mid to late June after the night temperatures areabove 60°F. This will allow for more growth than planting in late May because of a lackcold night temperatures and premature bud initiation.FertilizationFertilization is the key to success with any garden mum crop. Mums demandfertilizer and providing this early solves headaches that could occur later in thecrop. Fertilization rates vary depending upon the type of media, fertilizer used andapplication frequency. Growers can utilize a water-soluble fertilizer, a controlledreleasefertilizer, or even a combination of the two depending on preference. Lack offertility during the vegetative development phase (first half of the crop) will adverselyaffect plant size and quality. High fertility levels can help overcome crown-buddingbut can also delay flowering. During the flowering phase, nutrient demand drops andfertility can be reduced.Water-Soluble Fertilizer (WSF) UsageThe first five weeks of the crop is critical, so check your feed system and injectorsbefore you plant the cuttings. Growers should use a complete N-P-K with traceelements fertilizer with a 2-1-2 or 3-1-1 ratio. During the first half of the crop cycle ECvalues of 2.0–3.5 mS/cm (SME extract) or 2.5-4.5 mS/cm (pour through extract) shouldbe maintained. We have traditionally recommended a high level of fertilizer (250–350ppm N) from a constant liquid feed program to get the plants started. Some growersuse an ammonium-based fertilizer for the first two weeks, then switch to a highernitratefertilizer. Fertilizer rates can be reduced once the plant body has been builtand/or once there is a need to irrigate more than once a day. It is better to maintainconstant feed at half the rate than use a feed-then-water program when irrigatingtwice a day. The application rate might have to be adjusted to accommodate weatherconditions or the degree of leaching that occurs.An alternative to the traditional liquid feed program is a low N-P-K constant liquidfeed program that is supplemented with magnesium sulfate and micronutrients.Research* and grower trials over the past four years have found that high levels ofnitrogen are not necessary to drive growth. By increasing the level of micronutrientsand magnesium sulfate to those that are equivalent to a standard 200 to 250 ppm Nfertilizer program, lower levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium can be appliedwithout sacrificing proper growth and development of the plant. The lower N-P-Kprogram utilizes a complete fertilizer at 75 to 150 ppm N that is supplemented with1-2 ppm iron from a complete micronutrient fertilizer package and magnesium sulfateat 25–30 ppm. The additional micronutrients and magnesium sulfate are best addedthrough a second injector. This is a constant feed program, so every irrigation needs toinclude fertilizer. If bark is incorporated into your growing media, plan to use nitrogenrates at the higher end of the recommended range. After a significant rain event (1/2" to1" of rain), it is important to apply 200 to 300 ppm N feed to re-charge the soil solution.This can also be done at the start of your crop if your growing media does not containa starter fertilizer.This program helps to reduce fertilizer costs and simplifies irrigation in the fieldbecause the same fertilizer level is used at all stages of the crop, allowing differentplant dates to utilize the same feed tank. It is suggested to trial this program beforechanging your entire production schedule. Dedication to monitoring the feed is one ofthe keys to a successful low N-P-K fertilizer program.Controlled-Release Fertilizer (CRF) UsageSome mum growers use CRF instead of liquid feed. Be sure to use one that containstrace elements. CRF can be incorporated into the growing medium prior to planting ortop dressed after planting. If at all possible, water in the plants with a WSF to boostinitial fertility. CRF release is temperature dependent, releasing faster during warmerweather. CRFs are categorized by release rate in months or days. Northern growersoften use 3–4 or 5–6 month products while southern growers use 5–6 or 8–9 monthproducts. The recommended application rates vary by product and are listed on thelabels. High application rates are required to provide adequate nutrition. Growersshould take great care when selecting a CRF and its application rate, especially if thereis no way to apply supplemental WSF if needed. Depending upon weather conditions,it is sometimes necessary for additional top-dress applications to avoid low fertility.Growers should regularly monitor growing medium electrical conductivity (EC). Low ordecreasing EC values would indicate the need for supplemental fertility.Water-Soluble Fertilizer/Controlled-Release Fertilizer CombinationSome growers produce mums alongside lighter feeding crops using a single injector.With this system, heavier mum fertility requirements can be accommodated byincluding a light to moderate CRF application to the crop. This provides continuouslow to medium fertility levels supplemented by the liquid feed.IrrigationProper irrigation is critical to produce high-quality garden mums. Always apply enoughfertilizer solution so it soaks through the pot and up to 10% of the solution drains outof the pot to prevent soluble salts build-up.Garden mums should never be allowed to wilt during the early stages of growth. Wiltingcan restrict branching and overall growth as well as contribute to premature budding.Slight wilting can be beneficial late in the crop to help harden the plant off, controlheight and promote more uniform flowering. Keeping plants evenly moist (not wet) canincrease overall plant size even after buds are seen. This can be a useful tool if yourplants look like they will finish too small.Drip irrigation is better than overhead irrigation because drip irrigation can moreuniformly water a pot especially when the plants are large in size and becauseoverhead irrigation can promote the development of leaf spotting foliar diseases. Ifusing overhead irrigation be sure the foliage is dry before evening hours. When usingdrip irrigation, place drip emitters close to the center of the pot to ensure uniformirrigation throughout the pot.Pulse irrigation is a useful tool to more fully irrigate pots with drip irrigation. Instead ofrunning one long irrigation cycle, break that run time into two or three shorter segmentswith time in between to allow the irrigation solution to move laterally in the pot not justrun out the bottom. Doing this can also allow you to time your irrigation so the potsnever completely dry out which will encourage more growth and plant size.During extremely hot periods, do not apply extra water to the pots in an attempt tolower temperatures. This leads to overwatering, root loss and chlorosis. Syringingplants reduces heat stress and lowers leaf temperatures without overwatering. Withgreenhouse grown crops, 25–30% shade can be used to reduce temperatures, but thereduction in light will slow response.PinchingIn most cases, garden mums no longer require pinching, and certainly do not requiremultiple pinches to obtain beautiful round plants. Many of the newer varieties will actuallystart branching during propagation, well before you would even think about pinching.Cuttings rooted in large plugs and cuttings held in small plugs too long before plantingmay require a pinch. Some growers may still want to give one pinch if they are locatedin an area of the country with low humidity or if more spread is needed on varietiesgrown as a blackcloth crop.On crops that will be pinched, the ideal would be to pinch when the plants areready, not based on a calendar date. Plants are ready to pinch when their roots areestablished in the pot and they achieve 1"–1.5" / 2.5–3.8 cm of new growth. This isgenerally 10–14 days after planting. The top 1/2" of growth should be pinched out.Many growers rooting mums in trays for transplant into the final containers pinch thecuttings by machine right before transplanting to reduce labor and handling costs.When pinching, the last pinch should be given sometime in July—early in the monthfor crops in cool areas, and as late as August in warm regions.Remember, with today’s improved varieties there is no reason to plant a cutting in Mayor early June and pinch it multiple times. Excellent fall crops can be grown by plantingin mid-June and not pinching. Some growers find it more economical to plant two tofour weeks later with two cuttings per pot and no pinch.No-Pinch Crops Product SelectionIn 2000, we started a new variety trialing process for fall garden mums. Since thenwe use rooted cuttings from a 100-cell size tray, plant them as a single cutting inan 8"/ 20 cm or 9"/ 23 cm pot in mid–to late June, and start a liquid feed programof approximately 300 ppm N from a complete fertilizer on the day of planting. Wedo not pinch, nor do we spray Florel plant growth regulator. We are able to selectvarieties that require less effort to grow and still provide the high-quality plants thatconsumers expect. We think this creates the best of both worlds and hope you areable to incorporate this labor-saving program into your growing schedule. As with allnew procedures, we suggest you trial this method before making a complete changeto your standard production.46Garden Mum CultureGarden Mum Culture 47

Garden Mum CultureSpacingProper spacing is important for producing garden mums with beautiful round shapes.Pots grown too close together have an upright appearance, even when the rightvarieties have been selected and proper fertilization is given. Space pots to allowplants to reach the desired head size without touching the adjacent plants.Finished plant head size and sale price are the main factors used to determine proper spacing.Growth RegulatorsSome garden mum varieties tend to get too big. If these varieties are needed, they canbe controlled with the use of growth regulators. Effective use of all growth regulatorsis more of an art than a science. Stage of the crop, concentration of the plant growthregulator (PGR) used, uniformity of application and the weather after the application allfactor in to the level of control seen. Accurate records are needed to learn from crop tocrop and year to year to know how to best adjust applications for a location.If most of the varieties in your crop require growth regulators, consider a later plant dateto reduce growing time and, therefore, plant size. Proper use of fertilizer and irrigationcan also help control plant size later in the crop (see the Fertilizer and Irrigation sections).B-Nine ® plant growth regulator is the traditional plant growth regulator for garden mums.Typical rates are 1,000 – 5,000 ppm with 2,500 ppm as a traditional starting point. Ratesvary depending on a variety’s vigor, temperature and growth stage of the crop. UsuallyB-Nine plant growth regulator is not applied after the buds reach pea size to avoid flowerdiscoloration and delay.Bonzi ® plant growth regulator is also an effective tool that can be used to regulate plantgrowth. The active ingredient in Bonzi plant growth regulator is absorbed by roots andstems and can be applied as either a spray or drench. Spray rates range from 30–50ppm, while drench rates range from 0.5–2 ppm. While drench applications can beapplied at any point during production, foliar sprays are best used after transplanting upuntil the early stages of bud formation. Drench applications can be particularly helpfulat the end of the crop cycle to maintain plants at their finished size prior to shipping.Late applications using low drench rates does not appear to delay flowering. Use ratesand application frequency will vary based on the vigor of the variety and the climate inwhich it is grown. It is always best to trial at a lower rate first, especially when growingin regions with cooler climates and for first time users.Sumagic ® is also a very effective plant growth regulator, but results have been morevariable. Spray rates range from 2.5–10 ppm and drenches of only 0.1–1 ppm are used.Uptake of Sumagic plant growth regulator is similar to Bonzi plant growth regulator.Florel plant growth regulator has been promoted for several uses on garden mums: toincrease branching, to prevent premature budding and to delay flower dates of the samevariety. More recently, Florel plant growth regulator is being used by some growers toreplace night interruption lighting during the long-day period of the crop schedule.In our trials, we have not found Florel plant growth regulator to increase the branchingof garden mums as it does in other crops. With the free-branching garden mums nowavailable, Florel plant growth regulator is not required to have well-branched plants.Florel can be used as insurance against premature flowering and to manipulate theflower date of varieties when night interruption lighting is not possible. The key to both ofthese uses is to plan ahead and make Florel a part of the production schedule from thebeginning. Florel will be less effective if applied after buds are already seen.When using Florel as insurance or to substitute for night interruption lighting, plan thefirst application for 8 to 10 days after stick for unrooted cuttings or about three days afterplanting for rooted cuttings. The goal is to make the first application early but to not applyto stressed cuttings. Subsequent applications can be made every 10 to 14 days. Thelast application should be made eight weeks before the desired ship date or about twoweeks before the start of short days. Spray rates of 300 to 500 ppm are commonly used.Mum cuttings that are stuck or planted in May have a good chance of setting flower budsearly because the natural daylength is not long enough to prevent flower initiation. If nightinterruption lighting (see Photoperiod Control section) is not possible, a Florel programwill help keep your plants vegetative.Greenhouse vs. Outdoor GrowingA better quality fall garden mum is produced outdoors versus indoors. Temperatureand humidity levels are often too high in a greenhouse. Outdoor-grown mums aretougher, more compact and generally perform better for the consumer. Fall gardenmums grown indoors under natural day length may flower approximately two weekslater than those grown outdoors as warm summer night temperatures can delayflowering. With proper variety selection, high quality “summer shaded” garden mumscan be produced indoors before the fall season (see Shaded Selections page 7).Photoperiod ControlLong days are needed to generate vegetative growth. Sufficient long days must beprovided to obtain the proper finished plant size for a given container. Artificial longdays should always be provided during mum propagation, with spring-lighted/shadedcrops and blackcloth garden mum programs. Artificial long days can be supplied bylighting plants from 10:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. with 10–15 foot candles or 1.5–2.0 w/m2.This can be obtained with 100 watt incandescent bulbs or 33 watt corkscrew-typecompact fluorescent bulbs. A typical set up would be to have light lines 10 feet apartand incandescent bulbs placed every 10 feet down the light line. When using compactfluorescent bulbs, additional bulbs are necessary and should be spaced every fivefeet down the light line. Even with the additional bulbs, there should be a 33% energysavings using the compact fluorescent bulbs. For either bulb, a reflector (pie pan) isrecommended to be sure the light is directed down toward the plants. Use a timer tocontrol when the lights go on and off. Use of artificial “mum lighting” should be doneeven when the natural day length is greater than 12 hours, to ensure the cuttings donot initiate flower buds early.Short days are needed for flowering. Artificial short days are provided by coveringplants with an impermeable light barrier like blackcloth or four to six mil black plasticfor at least 12 hours daily. Accomplish this by pulling blackcloth before the sun setsand opening after sunrise (7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.), or by pulling blackcloth early in themorning before the sun rises and opening mid to late morning (5:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.) tohelp reduce the temperature under the cloth during the night. Light intensity under theblackout must be less than two foot candles to be effective. For the most predictabletiming, we recommend covering every night for at least four weeks to initiate flowers.When using blackcloth outside of the greenhouse, some growers use weed barriercloth since it allows the passage of air and water. Blackcloth can be laid directly atopplants, but most often a support structure is used to prevent damage from windy orrainy conditions. The covering is pulled over the structure at the end of each day fromeither the sides or ends of beds, and then rolled and stored in the aisles in the morning.Combo Mum CultureGarden mum combos are again becoming popular and are very easy to grow.Requiring more than one cutting in a pot, they are usually grown in larger containersizes and upgraded containers. The easiest way to create a garden mum combopot is to choose varieties from the same family. Families will be the most consistentbetween the colors in any crop schedule. Individual varieties can be used, but maynot be consistent and reliable.For natural-season crops, we recommend planting multi cutting pots two to four weeksafter your single cutting 8" pots to reduce risk of premature budding under cool nighttemperatures and inadequate natural day lengths.For a shaded program, expect large containers to be ready to ship faster than what youhave scheduled for standard 6" crops. The same variety can flower as much as a weekfaster in a 14" pot versus a 6" pot going into blackcloth at the same time.For planting multi cutting pots, keep the cuttings closer to the center of the pot to helpreduce individual plant separation at finish. In general, plant cuttings no more thanthree inches apart near the center of the pot. This allows the cuttings to grow togetherearly in the crop and create a stronger plant base.Reference our Garden Mum Combination recommendations and cultural informationat www.syngentaflowersinc.com for additional details.Pest ControlThere are several insect pests that can be a problem on garden mums which includeaphids, mites, various caterpillars, leafminer, whiteflies and thrips. Fortunately, insectsare not usually a significant problem, but pressure can vary from region to region.Previous scouting data can provide a history of which pests are more prevalent inyour area and help provide a framework for building a preventive program for routinepests. Avid ® and Flagship ® insecticides, with its broad-spectrum activity across someof the major garden mum pests, will be two important staples in your insecticiderotation program. Additional information for various pests can be found at www.syngentaflowersinc.com under Cultural Information in the Technical Support tab.Leafminer: Leafminer pressure can vary from year to year and if not recognized intime, this pest can cause serious damage to garden mums. It is important to inspectplants upon arrival and note any active mines. Monitor the growing areas with stickycards so you can check for adult activity. Good scouting and proper use of effectivecontrols is the best way to protect crops that are prone to leafminer. A preventiveapproach is best, as once leafminer gain a foothold in the crop; it is often difficult to getthem under control. This is due to the unsynchronized timing of the different life stagesand the difficulty of getting good spray coverage once the crop has gained some size.The products listed are the most effective when used in a block rotation of three sprayapplications. This targets the lifecycle of the pest and allows you to effectively rotateto another product to help minimize the chance of resistance. The systemic activityof Flagship insecticide provides extended protection of 4–8 weeks (depending on therate used) when used as a drench. This is best applied once the crop has rooted inwell, in order to maximize uptake. A rotation of Avid > Citation ® > Flagship (drench)insecticides, with Conserve ® SC insecticide saved till the end of the crop if neededfor Thrips control, should provide good control throughout the crop cycle. Productscontaining Azadiractin can be applied at the end of the week (or 4–5 days after atreatment of Avid, Citation or Conserve insecticides) if pressure is high and/or duringthe third week prior to rotating to the next product.Disease ProblemsThe most common diseases found on garden mums are caused by Pythium, Fusarium,Rhizoctonia, and foliar leafspots caused by Pseudomonas cichorii (bacterial leaf spot).The first defense for disease prevention is to start clean —using clean cuttings, soil/planting media, equipment and good cultural practices that create an unsuitableenvironment for disease organisms.For the field, be sure the ground cover is free of weeds and debris to remove anypotential inoculum source from last year. Prior to placing plants in the field, cleanirrigation lines by flushing with chlorinated water containing 2–3 ppm chlorine, followedby a 1 ppm chlorine rinse to clear out any debris. Please note that this may cause someclogging in the lines as algae and other debris is dislodged. Be sure to check drippersafter flushing and replace those as needed. ZeroTol ® algaecide/fungicide can also beused to clean and flush irrigation lines. Be sure to check the label for the instructions onapplications and use rates. It is also important to check for low spots in the field that canbe collection points for excess water after rain or irrigation. These areas can contribute toroot rot and other disease problems. If the low spots cannot be properly leveled, raisingpots up on trays in these troublesome spots can help alleviate future disease problems.Other cultural practices that can help reduce the risk of disease include moving froma high ammonium fertilizer to one with a nitrate form of nitrogen after initial growth hasbegun and maintaining the soil pH at the higher end of the desired range. A sand filter andchlorination of the irrigation water if it is from a surface water source is also a good idea.Disease ControlInfections by Fusarium sp. can cause root, stem and foliar blight on garden mums. If thisdisease has been a problem in the past, a preventive fungicide program can be beneficialfor producing a healthy garden mum crop. A rotation using Heritage ® fungicide (0.5–0.9oz/100 gal) as a drench four weeks after planting, followed by a Medallion ® fungicidedrench (2 oz/100 gal) four weeks later and then finish with a Heritage fungicide spray (4oz/100 gal) focused on the center of the plant three weeks after the Medallion fungicidetreatment will provide protection against Fusarium sp. and many other diseases such asRhizoctonia, Rust and foliar leafspots that can affect garden mums. Please refer to theproduct labels for specific instructions on applications and use rates.Pythium root rot can also be a problem in garden mum production, particularly in cropsgrown outside. The heat of the summer months and the periodic rains can sometimesput additional stress on the root system which can make them prone to infection. Buildup of salts in the planting media can also contribute to root problems, so monitor theEC and pH regularly to be sure it is within the proper range. Using a preventive fungiciderotation can help avoid problems that can show up in the crop and disrupt sales. Beginby drenching mums after transplanting or 7 days after stick. The following productslisted below have shown to be effective in controlling diseases caused by Pythium sp.For prevention, apply on a 21 – 28 day interval; for active infections apply on a 14-dayinterval. Products should be used in a rotation to avoid problems with resistance.MOA# Fungicide use RATE4 Subdue Maxx ® (Mefenoxam) 1-2 fl. oz.3 Truban ® (Etridiazole) 4-10 fl. oz.21 Segway ® (Cyazofamid) 1.5-3 fl. oz.For more details on chrysanthemum disease management, see the Mum Disease Controltip sheets at www.syngentaflowersinc.com.Chrysanthemum White Rust (CWR) is a pest of quarantine significance in NorthAmerica that can affect garden mum production. Visit www.syngentaflowersinc.comfor a complete bulletin on the disease lifecycle and preventative management.Weed ControlWeed control in outdoor garden mum production areas is primarily accomplished withsolid or woven plastic ground cover. Use clean media in containers to prevent anyweeds in the pots. Other manual methods or mulches can be used in field cultivation.There are several pre- and post-emergence chemicals available for use with mums.Barricade ® 4FL or 65WG is a pre-emergent herbicide that can be helpful in reducinga broad-spectrum of broadleaf and some grassy weeds. For best results, apply tothe ground/groundcover prior to setting plants in the field. Remember that both preemergenceand post-emergence herbicides only control certain weeds. Read thelabel for weeds controlled and for use rates and application methods. Also keep inmind that damage can occur with drift or vaporization when using weed killers neargrowing plants.NOTE: These suggestions are only guidelines and may have to be altered to meetindividual growers needs.*Based on a program developed by Dr. Royal Heins.All products may not be registered for sale or use in all states. Please check withyour state or local Extension Service before buying or using Syngenta products.Important: Always read and follow label instructions before buying or usingSyngenta products. The instructions contain important conditions of sale,including limitations of warranty and remedy. Florel is a trademark of Bayer AG.ZeroTol is a trademark of BioSafe Systems. B-Nine ® is a registered trademark ofChemtura Corporation. Conserve ® SC is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciencesLLC. Segway is a trademark of FMC Corp. Truban ® is a registered trademark ofOMS Investments, Inc. Oasis ® is a registered trademark of Smithers-Oasis Company.Sumagic ® is a registered trademark of Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.Visit www.syngentaflowersinc.comfor more detailed information.48Garden Mum CultureGarden Mum Culture 49

astersAsters by SeriesRoyalty 51Asters by ColorWhite 52Lavender 52Blue 53Pink/Raspberry 54Purple 55ProgramsSummer Selections 56West Coast Selections 56Fall Selections 56Montauk Daisy 56Royalty The best double aster series on the market• Bred for container culture so little-to-no growth regulator is needed• Use ‘I’ for early season and ‘III’ for later natural seasonCharts & CultureAt-a-Glance Chart 57Culture 58Henry I BlueHenry I PinkHenry I PurpleHenry III PinkYoder Select With our Yoder Select designation,it’s quick and easy to choosethe right varieties for your asternatural-season programs.Henry III Purple Marie III Dark Pink Peter III BlueHenry I BlueAsters by Family 51

WhiteBluefall response north / fall response south / vigorFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 57Frost WhitePuff WhiteN 37.5 / S 36 / MEDIUMA crisp, clean white that flowers afterPuff in the fall.N 36 / S 34 / MEDIUMAn excellent white aster that works inall crops.Days BlueN 37 / S 35 / MEDIUMDragon BlueN 36 / S 34 / MEDIUMHenry I BlueN 36.5 / S 34.5 / MEDIUMDistinct blue flowers. Works in shaded production.Dark shade of blue that complements Magic Purpleand Magic Pink.More intense blue shade than Henry I Purple.Frost WhiteLavenderPeter III BlueN 39 / S 38 / MEDIUMA light blue double-flowered variety for late-seasonaster sales.Daydream LavenderN 36.5 / S 34.5 / MEDIUMSoft lavender flower color on well-mounded plants.Twist LavenderN 37 / S 35.5 / MEDIUMCool lavender flower color on very full and roundedplants.Days Blue52Asters by ColorAsters by Color 53

Pink/RaspberryPurpleFALL response north / fall response south / vigorFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 57Hazy Dark PinkN 37 / S 35.5 / MEDIUMA strong and full variety covered with rich, pink flowers.Henry I PinkN 36.5 / S 34.5 / MEDIUMDark pink flower with purple undertones for theHenry I family.Henry III PinkN 39 / S 37.5 / MEDIUMA true color sport of Henry III Purple.Magic PinkBeliever PurpleBeliever PurpleN 36 / S 34 / MEDIUMN 37 / S 35 / MEDIUMA bright pink sport of Magic Purple. Perfect for allcrops.Petite purple flowers cover the plant for earlySeptember sales.Hazy Dark PinkMarie III Dark PinkWinston ChurchillHenry I PurpleHenry III PurpleMagic PurpleN 38.5 / S 37.5 / SHORTN 36.5 / S 35.5 / MEDIUMN 36.5 / S 34.5 / MEDIUMN 39 / S 37.5 / MEDIUMN 36 / S 34 / MEDIUMA compact plant covered with rich pink flowers.Wonderful, rich flower color on this well-known variety.Superb compact, round habit. The original color for theHenry I family.A late-season purple for the Royalty series.Perfect plant shape covered with rich purple flowers forall programs.54Asters by ColorAsters by Color 55

ProgramsAsters • At-a-GlanceShaded SelectionsGroup White Lavender Blue Pink/Raspberry PurpleVariety Page #YoderSelectSeriesFamilyColorGroupFlowerFormFallRsp.NorthFallRsp.SouthFallTimingVigorShadeRsp.SummerShadedWestCoastTechnical CommentsMagic Puff White Daydream Lavender Dragon Blue Magic Pink Magic PurpleRoyalty Henry I Blue Henry I Pink Henry I PurpleWest Coast SelectionsGroup White Lavender Blue Pink/Raspberry PurpleBeliever Purple 55 Pur Daisy 37 35 Early Med 4.5Daydream Lavender52 Lav Daisy 36.5 34.5VeryEarlyDays Blue 53 Blue Daisy 37 35 Early Med 4.5Med 4.5 • •Full plants in all crops but Magic Purple hasa rounder habit in blackcloth and coastal CAcrops.Flowering response with the Magic group forall crops.Complements Believer in habit, flower sizeand response with a great blue flower.Magic Puff White Daydream Lavender Dragon Blue Magic Pink Magic PurpleRoyalty Henry I Blue Henry I Pink Henry I PurpleDragon Blue 53 Blue Daisy 36 34VeryEarlyMed 4.5 • •Use for blue with the Magic group for anycrop.Fall SelectionsGroup White Lavender Blue Pink/Raspberry PurpleMagic - Very Early Puff White Daydream Lavender Dragon Blue Magic Pink Magic PurpleRoyalty - Early Henry I Blue Henry I Pink Henry I PurpleBeliever - Early Frost White Twist Lavender Days BlueRoyalty - LateMontauk DaisyPeter III BlueHazy Dark PinkWinston ChurchillHenry III PinkMarie III Dark PinkBeliever PurpleHenry III PurpleFrost White 52 Wht Daisy 37.5 36 Early Med 5.5Hazy Dark Pink 54 Pnk/Ras Daisy 37 35.5 Early Med 5Henry I Blue 53 Royalty Henry I Blue Double 36.5 34.5 Early Med 5 • •Henry I Pink 54 Royalty Henry I Pnk/Ras Double 36.5 34.5 Early Med 5 • •Henry I Purple 55 Royalty Henry I Pur Double 36.5 34.5 Early Med 5 • •Henry III Pink 54 Royalty Henry III Pnk/Ras Double 39 37.5 Late Med 6Henry III Purple 55 Royalty Henry III Pur Double 39 37.5 Late Med 6Not recommended for shaded crops. Perfectfor fall with Believer, Days and Hazy.Flowers with the Believer group in blackclothand natural-season crops.Flowers a couple of days slower than the restof the Henry I family. The preferred blue doublefloweredvariety for blackcloth and coastal CAprograms.May have a bit more vigor then Henry I Blueand Henry I Purple. The pink for the Henry Ifamily in all crops.Excellent double-flowered variety for blackclothand coastal CA crops as well as early naturalseasonprograms. Faster blackcloth responsethan other double flower varieties.More vigor and better match to Henry IIIPurple than Marie III Dark Pink.More compact than other double-floweredasters in the market. Slower to flower inblackcloth than daisy-type varieties.Montauk DaisyA crop of opportunityA large white daisy that behaveslike a mumGlossy, almost succulent, foliageExcellent companion for asters and gardenmums with comparable cultural requirementsand schedulingFlowers late September through early Octoberin Midwest, Northeast and SoutheastAdapts well to 8-inch pans, gallons and6-inch containersPlant 8-inch containers in JunePlant 6-inch containers in JulyHardy to USDA Zone 5Magic Pink 54 Magic Pnk/Ras Daisy 36 34Magic Purple 55 Magic Pur Daisy 36 34Marie III DarkPinkVeryEarlyVeryEarly54 Royalty Pnk/Ras Double 38.5 37.5 Late Short 4.5Montauk Daisy 56 Wht Daisy 39.5 39.5 7Peter III Blue 53 Royalty Blue Double 39 38 Late Med 5Puff White 52 Wht Daisy 36 34VeryEarlyTwist Lavender 52 Lav Daisy 37 35.5 Early Med 5Winston Churchill 54 Pnk/Ras Daisy 36.5 35.5 Early Med 4.5Med 4.5 • • Well matched to Magic Purple.Med 4.5 • •Med 4.5 • •Well branched and well shaped with fastflower timing.Good response match to Henry III Purple andPink, and Peter III Blue in the fall. Smaller andfaster in blackcloth programs.Excellent for summer production. Notrecommended for cool-weather production.A programmable perennial.Good plant match to Henry III Purple andPink, and Marie III Dark Pink in the fall. Moreupright in blackcloth programs.The white variety for the Magic group in anycrop. Better response than Frost White forblackcloth.Always has a few early flowers in the lowerplant canopy. They will be covered by theflowers on the shoots above.Plants fill out better and height can be reducedwith a pinch. Hazy Dark Pink provides a similarflower color and flower timing with betterfullness and plant strength.56Aster ProgramsAsters At-A-Glance 57

Aster CultureAsters are the perfect companion for garden mums. Like garden mums, they canbe used in summer, fall and West Coast programs. They also have similar culturalrequirements.We grow our aster trials with the same media and fertilizer as our garden mums. Ourfall and West Coast asters are grown with no pinch, just like garden mums. There are afew differences from garden mum culture, which are highlighted below.PropagationAster cuttings require a bit more care than garden mum cuttings. Aster cuttings do notship or store as well as garden mums so plan to stick unrooted cuttings as soon asthey arrive. Propagation may take a few days longer than mums. Keeping the mediatoo wet will delay rooting.Growing Media and FertilizationThe same soilless media and the same 250 – 350 ppm N constant liquid feed programfrom a complete fertilizer used for garden mums will work for asters (see GrowingMedia and Fertilization sections in Garden Mum Cultural Information). Maximumgrowth is attained when water and fertilizer are not limited, similar to garden mums.Asters are more sensitive to salts in the root zone. Be sure solution comes out of thepot with every irrigation. If you notice foliage tip burn, you may need to leach. Monitorthe pot EC to prevent damage. Target should be approximately 75% of the gardenmum target, or during the first half of the crop cycle EC values of 1.5 – 2.7 mS/cm (SMEextract) or 2.0 – 3.5 mS/cm (pour through extract) should be maintained.Flowering ResponseAsters flower under short days, and tend to bud easier than garden mums. Be sureto use night interruption lighting year round for propagation, as well as the long dayperiod for forced crops (See the Photoperiod Control section in Garden Mum CulturalInformation). Asters flower faster than mums once short days begin. Most varietiesflower in five weeks, compared to seven for mums. Avoid blackout periods longer than13 hours since some varieties can abort flower buds. Artificial short days should beused from March 15 – August 15. We recommend retailing asters earlier than mums,when color is just starting to show, for better consumer longevity.In natural-season programs, asters are primarily driven to flower by photoperiod and arenot affected as much by temperature. This means asters grown in the South flower sevento ten days faster than the same variety grown in the North. And for those in the deepSouth, varieties can be faster by two weeks or more than the same variety in the North.PinchingTraditionally, fall aster crops have been pinched at least once and blackcloth floweringcrops received two pinches. With the new, better-branching varieties, aster pinchrequirements have been reduced. For our trials we now use multiple cuttings, but justone pinch for blackcloth and one cutting with no pinch for natural season.For blackcloth crops, the pinch should be given when roots are well developed. This isgenerally 10 – 14 days after planting a rooted cutting or 21– 24 days after a direct stick.Pinch off the top to leave four to six leaves on the cuttings. Rooted cuttings naturallybecome taller during propagation than cuttings that are direct-stuck. The first pinch onrooted cuttings will be harder than for direct-stick unrooted cuttings.If you pinch more than once, allow enough growth for three to four leaves to remainafter pinching. Pinching can be done every two to three weeks. Be sure to pinch allshoots or there will be uneven growth and flowering.Pinching is not required on natural-season crops. Pinching natural-season crops aftermid-July is not recommended as the plants are too close to bud initiation and mayflower too short after the pinch.SpacingAs with garden mums, proper spacing is critical. Asters are generally smaller in sizethan garden mums and therefore can be grown tighter.Height ControlWith today’s free branching varieties, less growth regulators are needed to controlheight. B-Nine ® and Bonzi ® plant growth regulators are used successfully and rates aresimilar to those for garden mums (see Growth Regulator section in Garden Mum CulturalInformation).Pest ControlWhiteflies and thrips and occasional spider mites are the key insect pests. Foradditional information on products for insect management, refer to our Mum PestControl tip sheet at www.syngentaflowersinc.com.Disease ControlAsters are susceptible to some different diseases than garden mums, primarilypowdery mildew and rust. Some varieties are more resistant to disease than others,but disease expression is also weather dependent and varies from year to year. Thesediseases generally do not spread to an adjacent garden mum crop. Good culturalpractices can reduce the incidence of disease. For additional information on diseasemanagement, refer to our Mum Disease Control tip sheet at www.syngentaflowersinc.com.For outdoor aster production, we strongly recommend a preventative spray programwhich includes a rotation of Daconil ULTREX ® and Heritage ® fungicides in rotation witha myclobutanil chemical such as Eagle ® or Hoist ® fungicide to control powdery mildewand rust. Scout crops regularly and apply protective fungicides when conditions areconducive for disease development. In a preventive program, sprays may be appliedon a 14 day interval. Please note that applications of myclobutanil can have a growthretardant effect.NOTE: These suggestions are only guidelines and may have to be altered to meetindividual growers needs.All products may not be registered for sale or use in all states. Please check withyour state or local Extension Service before buying or using Syngenta products.Important: Always read and follow label instructions before buying or usingSyngenta products. The instructions contain important conditions of sale,including limitations of warranty and remedy. B-Nine ® is a registered trademark ofChemtura Corporation. Eagle ® is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciences, LLC.Hoist ® is a registered trademark of PROKoZ, Inc.ProgramsYoder Select 60Single-Stem Selections 61Pot Mum Combos 62Mums by FamilyBlush 63Delano 64Durango 64Hilo 65Irvine 66New York 67Pueblo 67Mums by ColorYellow/Gold 68Orange/Bronze 71Red 73Coral/Salmon 75Pink/Lavender 75Purple 77White 79Green 81Charts & CultureAt-a-Glance Chart 82pot mumsVisit www.syngentaflowersinc.comfor more detailed information.Culture 86NEWYoder Select With our Yoder Select designation,we’ve made it easy and convenientto choose the right varieties foryour pot mum programs.NewNewly added colorsand/or families.58Aster Culture

Blush Pot Mum CombosLarge, showy daisy flowers• Bright, traditional spring colors• Perfect for Easter or Mother’s Day combination containers• Popular daisy flower formPoint Pelee, Hollister& AuburnCombination containers offer striking retailappeal and add retail value. Use pot mumcombos anytime, but especially for Easter,Mother’s Day and Thanksgiving. Follow thesesimple guidelines to create gorgeous combos:Blush ApricotLemon Springs, Rose Springs& EncinoBuild combinations from within the same family. This ensuresconsistent habits, timing, flower form and scheduling. The Blush ,Irvine and Durango families are popular choices; the Hilo andPueblo families are also stunning.Combine ‘non family’ varieties for striking color and texture.Try using Rockport , Encino , Brighton and Green Valley .Don’t be afraid to experiment. Trialing different combinations will helpBlush Dark PinkBlush OrangeBlush PinkGreen Valley, Rockport,Encino & Brightonyou determine which pairings perform best in your conditions.Key families for pot mum combos:• Blush • Durango • Emporia • Encino • Hilo Durango Bronze& Honey Durango• Irvine • Pueblo • Springs group• Sonoma Blush SunnyBlush WhiteBlush Yellow62Pot Mum ProgramsPot Mums By Family 63

Delano Hilo Huge flowers with holiday appeal• Excellent colors, well suited for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Easter andMother’s Day• Huge decorative flowers—up to 5” in diameter• Strong spreading growth habit• Grown best as a pinched disbud for maximum flower sizeA breeding breakthrough in vivid, unique colors• Daisy flowers in electric colors appeal to a new generation of consumers• A truly unique addition to any retail lineup• Times and pairs well with the Pueblo family to create stunning combos• Recommended for CBR and ZBR production• Pictured as pinched disbud productionDelanoNEWNEWDelanoDelano Red Fall Delano Spring DelanoHilo Fuchsia Hilo Mango Hilo TangerineDurango Decorative flowers are eye-catchers for fall and holiday promotions• Mix and match across the family for gorgeous fall combinations• Well suited for CBR and pinched disbud production• Pictured as pinched disbud productionNEWNEWDurango Bronze Durango Yellow Improved Honey DurangoHilo Tangerine64Pot Mums By FamilyPot Mums By Family 65

Irvine New York A top winter performer,great for holiday combosStriking colors, great for retail• Fabulous two-tone colors create excitement at retail• Intense, bright colors• Great colors for spring, fall or anytime• Great combinations for anyholiday—use Juneau as a white• Outstanding spread and habit• Unmatched winter performance• Full canopy of enchanting flowersBold New YorkDazzling New York• Outstanding volume, vigor andflower size• Excellent plant strength• A must-try for any programNew YorkIrvine Red, Irvine Regal and JuneauPueblo Rich fall color• Outstanding family for fall daisy sales• Great in combinations for fall and holiday promotionsIrvine Currant Irvine Dark Bronze Irvine Red• Partners well with Hilo family for striking combinations,suited to any seasonCinnamon PuebloGolden PuebloIrvine RegalIrvine YellowPueblo66Pot Mums By FamilyPot Mums By Family 67

Yellow/GoldResponse Weeks / VIGORFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82Bloomfield YellowBlush SunnyBlush YellowBrightonButterfieldChesapeakeCovingtonDazzling New YorkDurango YellowImproved NEWGolden EmporiaGolden GateGolden PuebloHollisterHoney DurangoIrvine YellowKey LargoKingsvilleLemon SpringsManhattanProvidenceVyronBloomfield Yellow7 WEEKS / SHORTChesapeake 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMCovington 7 WEEKS / SHORTDazzling New York 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMRichest yellow in town! Excellent color retention andflower form – even in the heat.Large, brilliant yellow daisy with a fresh green eye.Free-branching and strong plant.Striking yellow flowers. Easy to grow and free-branching.Stunning red and gold two-tone decorative flowers.High flower count.NEWBlush SunnyDurango Yellow ImprovedGolden Emporia Golden Gate 8 WEEKS / SHORT8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM7.5 WEEKS / TALLDurango Yellow ImprovedNEWA medium yellow sport of Blush. Combines well withothers in the Blush family.Improved to match Honey Durango and DurangoBronze in timing and habit. Great for use in Durangocombinations.Smooth, golden spoon-type daisy flowers. Uniform anddependable. Perfect color for spring, summerand fall sales.Golden-yellow, semi-incurve decorative. PopularChinese New Year crop. Excellent high-temperaturetolerance. Pictured as single-stem production.Blush YellowBrighton Butterfield Golden Pueblo Hollister Honey Durango 8 WEEKS / SHORT8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM7 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUMEnormous flowers—5” when disbudded. Strong, freebranchingplants.Exhibits bright yellow flowers with dramatic green, freshdaisy eye. Strong stems and rich color.Brilliant yellow daisy with superb flower form. Plantdisplays a strong, semi-upright growth habit.A golden sport of Pueblo to complete a perfect fallcolor family.Year-round performer. Deep golden-yellow daisyflowers. Vigorous growth and fast response.Warm honey decorative. Ideal for summer and fallsales. Combine with Durango Bronze.68Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 69

Yellow/GoldOrange/BronzeResponse Weeks / VigorFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82AuburnHilo TangerineNEWBlush OrangeIrvine Dark BronzeChatham OrangePeleeCinnamon PuebloPuebloDurango BronzeRenoEmporia OrangeSan Francisco Bronze BicolorFall DelanoIrvine Yellow8 WEEKS / MEDIUMKey Largo 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMKingsville 8 WEEKS / SHORTGrand RapidsAuburn 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMTrue yellow fits Irvine family combinations. Excellentplant strength, vigor and flower size. Outstandingwinter performance.Perfect for fall sales. Displays eye-catching golden-yellowray florets with dark red-bronze disk. Creates a densecanopy of lively sunflowers.Decorative deep yellow flowers. Exhibits excellenthabit, plant strength and vigor.Displays orange and burnt orange highlights. Lushfoliage and uniform flowering.Lemon Springs Manhattan Providence Blush Orange7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / SHORT8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / SHORTA lemon-and-lime bicolor daisy anemone. Excellenthigh-temperature performance.Large yellow decorative flowers. Classic formal floristpot mum. Cool temperatures create red undertoneson the petals.Many clear-yellow blooms cover the plant. Very freebranchingwith great stem strength.Hilo TangerineNEWSoft orange-bronze daisy with a bright green eye.Flower color may be yellow under high temperatures.Great in combinations.Vyron Chatham OrangeCinnamon Pueblo Durango Bronze9 WEEKS / TALL7.5 WEEKS / SHORT8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUMFlowers resemble mini-sunflowers. Strong stems withan upright habit.Orange-bronze colored decorative flower. Sturdy, compact,dense and spreading habit. Great for fall color.Dark orange daisy flower with fresh green eye. Strongdependable, semi-upright growth.A more intense orange-bronze color.70Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 71

Orange/BronzeRedResponse Weeks / VIGORFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82Apple Valley CherryNEWIrvine RedAuburn RedPoint PeleeBaton RougeRageChina DollRed SpringsDelano RedSanta CruzEncinoShanghai RedFire IslandSonoma RedNEWEmporia Orange8 WEEKS / MEDIUMFall Delano 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMGrand Rapids 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMHudson BayTobagoApple Valley Cherry7 WEEKS / MEDIUMCombine with Golden Emporia for outstanding fallcombinations.Striking yellow and bronze two-tone to a solid redbronze.Can delay in summer production.Dark red buds open to light golden flowers with ared splash in the center. Strong and uniform plant.Outstanding summer and fall performance.A cherry-and-yellow bicolor sport of Apple Valley.Similar in flower size, timing and habit. Pictured asdisbud production.NEWHilo TangerineIrvine Dark BronzePelee Auburn RedBaton Rouge China Doll 8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / SHORT7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMAn electric addition to the Hilo family. Vibrant orangewith halo.Outstanding bronze flowers. Plant has excellent strength,volume, vigor and flower size. Great winter performance.Lively yellow-and-red bicolor striped petals—color mayrange from almost solid yellow to scarlet. Large, longlastingflowers with good color retention.Bright red flowers with a lively green disk. Strong stemswith a spreading habit and a full canopy of flowers.Free-branching, strong plants. Good high-temperaturetolerance.Great performance for Chinese New Year or Fall sales.Red with gold undertones.Pueblo Reno San Francisco Bronze BicolorDelano RedEncino Fire Island 8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUMOrange daisy flower with a large dark green disk.Strong, dependable, semi-upright growth habit.Dark orange flower color. Free-branching withstrong stems.A beautiful spoon-quill bicolor with a zinnia-flower look.Versatile in production. Pictured in disbud production.Beautiful maroon-red decorative flowers with excellentcolor retention.The unique spoon-tip flowers feature touches of greenon the anemone disk. The plant exhibits superiorfoliage, winter performance and strong keeping quality.Intense red-and-yellow striped bicolor daisy.Displays tremendous strength and durability.72Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 73

RedCoral/SalmonResponse Weeks / vigorFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82Blush ApricotIrvine CurrantHudson Bay 8 WEEKS / MEDIUM-SHORTCherry-red petals with yellow stripes around a darkeye. Creates a strong, sturdy and very uniform plant.Irvine Red8 WEEKS / MEDIUMDeep red flower color. Excellent plant strength, volume,vigor and flower size. Exceptional winter performance.Point Pelee 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMOutstanding color for fall sales. Red-and-yellowbicolor daisy. Full and uniform plant habit. Great retailrecognition.8 WEEKS / SHORTLarge vibrant coral-red flowers. Freebranching,strong plants. Combine withothers in the Blush family.8 WEEKS / MEDIUMCombines deep coral with cherrytones. Displays excellent plant strength,volume, vigor and flower size. Goodwinter performer.Irvine CurrantPink/LavenderRage 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMDark red daisy with good color retention. Semi-uprighthabit with excellent stem strength.Red Springs 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMExpands anemone daisy collection. Outstanding colorretention.Santa Cruz 8 WEEKS / TALLBright red daisy with yellow tips and a cool green eye.Flowers feature exceptionally strong stems and dense,dark, glossy foliage.Apple ValleyBlush Dark PinkBlush PinkDark ChathamDark PomonaDark RoanokeEugeneFreeportNEWHilo MangoSonoma PinkRoanokeRose SpringsBold New YorkDeep PresidioNew YorkSpring DelanoShanghai Red8 WEEKS / MEDIUMUnmatched red decorative semi-incurve for singlestemproduction. A new favorite for Chinese New Yearproduction. Pictured as single-stem production.Sonoma Red8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMDeep red daisy flowers with a slow-maturing, greenyellowdisk. Strong, uniform and spreading plant withdark green foliage. Use in combination with others inthe Sonoma family.Tobago 8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMBright red decorative with excellent color retention.Excellent stem strength and semi-upright habit.Apple Valley 7 WEEKS / MEDIUMPlant features ravishing purple-and-whitebicolor flowers. Semi-upright, sturdy anduniform plant.Blush Dark Pink8 WEEKS / SHORTDark vibrant pink daisy flower. Use incombination with others in the Blushfamily.Blush Pink8 WEEKS / SHORTPleasing large pink daisy flowers. Usein combination with others in the Blushfamily.Bold New York 8 WEEKS / SHORTDecorative flower with outstandingspread and habit. Excellent plantstrength and good keeping quality.74Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 75

Pink/LavenderPurpleResponse Weeks / VIGORFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82DelanoLittle RockEssexPittsburgh PurpleHilo FuchsiaNEWPurple SpringsIrvine RegalRockportJamestownSonomaJamestown RegalSpirit LakeDark Chatham 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMDark Pomona 9 WEEKS / MEDIUMDark Roanoke 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMDeep Presidio 7.5 WEEKS / TALLLaPorteFlowers are a lively pink-lavender. Plantdisplays a full, very uniform canopy ofdecorative flowers. Superb for small pots.Large, decorative flowers in a royallavender hue. Easy to grow with afree-branching habit.Dark lavender-pink flowers. Exhibitsexcellent habit and a full canopy offlowers.Flowers burst with a pleasing dark pink.Delano 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMStunning maroon-purple decorative flowers. Large flowersize—up to 5” across. Strong, spreading growth habit.NEWEugene Freeport Hilo MangoNew York 8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / SHORT8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / SHORTLarge, bright rose-pink daisy. A favoritefor spring promotions.Vibrant cherry color with gold undertones.Unique combination of iridescent pinkwith yellow halo around green eye.Flower buds are orange.Two-tone raspberry and pink decorative.Creates full, open canopy with highflower count.Essex 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMNEWLong, dark fuchsia flower petals with a dark green disk.Outstanding keeping quality.Hilo FuchsiaRoanoke Rose Springs Sonoma PinkSpring Delano 7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM7 WEEKS / MEDIUM8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUMCrisp lavender color. Free branching withstrong stems and uniform flowering.A two-toned pink-dot anemone. Uniqueflower form complemented with darkpink center.Abundant medium-pink daisy. Use incombination with others in the Sonomafamily.Lavender-and-white bicolor in thespring, fall and winter. Clear lavender inthe summer.NEWHilo Fuchsia8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMVibrant fuchsia with halo. An intense additionto the Hilo family.Irvine Regal8 WEEKS / MEDIUMPurple daisy flower. Exceptional winter performance.Combines well with all of the Irvine family.Jamestown 8 WEEKS / SHORTPurple decorative with mid-size flowers. Flowersprolifically with excellent uniformity.76Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 77

PurpleWhiteResponse Weeks / vigorFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82Blush WhitePetaluma WhiteBrunswickSaskatoon WhiteGainsvilleSeaside WhiteNEWJuneauShasta ImprovedNob HillSurfOlympiaVancouver WhiteOttawaYukonJamestown RegalLaPorte Little Rock Blush White8 WEEKS / SHORT7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM9 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / SHORTRich, vibrant, deep purple sport of Jamestown.Tremendous strength, branching ability and flowerpower.Features a more compact, full habit and intense flowercolor with slow-maturing green disk.Bicolor daisy—purple base with white tips. Displaysupright habit with good branching and strong stems.A large, long-lasting white daisy with fresh green eye. Usein spring combinations with others in the Blush family.Pittsburgh PurplePurple Springs Rockport Brunswick 8 WEEKS / MEDIUM7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / TALLUnique decorative quill form. Great curb appeal!Versatile in production. Pictured in disbud production.Unique flower form combining spoon quill petals andanemone center. Try in combination with otherSprings varieties.Bold and intense purple daisy flowers with green eye.Great habit, uniformity and foliage.Juneau A full and robust plant, bursting with blooms. Popularfor winter holiday production.Sonoma Spirit Lake Gainsville Juneau Nob Hill8.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM7 WEEKS / MEDIUM8 WEEKS / MEDIUM7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUM10 WEEKS / TALLVibrant dark purple flowers. Large, showy plantscomplemented by dark green foliage. Combine withothers in the Sonoma family.Vibrant purple and white striped daisy. Uniform planthabit with notable flower production.Performs well in the high temperatures of summer.Elegant clear-white flowers with clean, green eye.Exceptionally strong and well suited for winterproduction.White decorative with strong petals. Used creatively bymany growers. Shown as single-stem production.78Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 79

WhiteResponse Weeks / vigorFor complete variety details seeMums At-a-Glance chart on page 82Shasta ImprovedSurf Vancouver WhiteYukon Olympia 7 WEEKS / MEDIUMClean, white blooms. Excellent vigor, spread and uniformity.Ottawa 7 WEEKS / MEDIUMWhite decorative. Free-branching and adaptable formost container sizes.Petaluma White7 WEEKS / TALLA fast finish crisp, clear white daisy. Excellent heatperformance. Pair with Hollister.7.5 WEEKS / MEDIUMClear white daisy with a fast finish andoutstanding flower power. A clonereplacement for Shasta.8 WEEKS / MEDIUMWhite decorative with dark green foliage.Displays a free-branching and uniformhabit. Good high-temperature productiontolerance. Shown as pinched disbud.8 WEEKS / MEDIUMVersatile in production. Outstanding cleanwhite flowers. Shown as pinched disbud.7 WEEKS / SHORTPure white petals with a green center.Cool finishes may have a slightly pinkhue. Dark green foliage. Large, semiincurvefor single-stem pots. Shown assingle-stem production.GreenSaskatoon White8.5 WEEKS / TALLCrisp white decorative flowers on a strong plant.Shown as pinched disbud.Green Valley 8 WEEKS / MEDIUMUnique quilled anemone flower form. Displays excellentplant strength and very good keeping quality. Addsinterest to select combination containers.NEWSeaside White8 WEEKS / MEDIUMDecorative quill flowers are perfect for holidaypromotions. Also well suited to 4½” production.Shown as pinched disbud.Shasta ImprovedGreen Valley, in combination with Encino, Rockport and Brighton80Pot Mums By ColorPot Mums By Color 81

Pot Mums / At-A-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectColor GroupFlower FormWeekRsp.VigorKQRateBest UseTreatment4" 6" BWL DB CBR ZBR SSApple Valley 75 Pink/Lavender Daisy 7 M VG • • • • • •Apple Valley Cherry 73 Red Daisy 7 M VG • • • • • •Auburn 71 Orange/Bronze Daisy 7.5 M VG • • • • •Auburn Red 73 Red Daisy 7.5 M G • • • • •Baton Rouge 73 Red Daisy 8 S VG • • • • •Bloomfield Yellow 68 Yellow/Gold Decorative 7 S VG • • • • • •Blush Apricot 75 Coral/Salmon Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Blush Dark Pink 75 Pink/Lavender Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Blush Orange 71 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Blush Pink 75 Pink/Lavender Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Blush Sunny 68 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Blush White 79 White Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Blush Yellow 68 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8 S VG • • • • • •Bold New York 75 Pink/Lavender Decorative 8 S G • • • • •Brighton 68 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8 M VG • • • • •Brunswick 79 White Daisy 8 T G • • • •Butterfield 68 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8 M G • • • •Chatham Orange 71 Orange/Bronze Decorative 7.5 S E • • • • •Chesapeake 69 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8 M VG • • • • • •China Doll 73 Red Decorative 7.5 M G • • • • • •Cinnamon Pueblo 71 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • • •Covington 69 Yellow/Gold Decorative 7 S VG • • • • • •Dark Chatham 76 Pink/Lavender Decorative 7.5 S E • • • • •Dark Pomona 76 Pink/Lavender Decorative 9 M VG • • • • • •Dark Roanoke 76 Pink/Lavender Daisy 7.5 M G • • • • •Dazzling New York 69 Yellow/Gold Decorative 8 M G • • • • •Deep Presidio 76 Pink/Lavender Decorative 7.5 T VG • • • • •Delano 77 Purple Decorative 8 M G • • •Delano Red 73 Red Decorative 8 M G • • •Durango Bronze 71 Orange/Bronze Decorative 8 M G • • • • • •Durango Yellow Improved 69 Yellow/Gold Decorative 8 M G • • • • • •Emporia Orange 72 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8 M VG • • • • •Encino 73 Red Anemone Spoon 8 M E • • • • •Essex 77 Purple Daisy 7.5 M E • • • • • •Eugene 76 Pink/Lavender Daisy 8 M G • • • •Fall Delano 72 Orange/Bronze Decorative 8 M G • • •Fire Island 73 Red Daisy 8 M VG • • • • • •Freeport 76 Pink/Lavender Decorative 8 S • • • • • •Gainesville 79 White Decorative 8 M VG • • • • • •Golden Emporia 69 Yellow/Gold Daisy Spoon 8 M VG • • • • •Golden Gate 69 Yellow/Gold Decorative Incurve 7.5 T VG • • • • •Golden Pueblo 69 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • • •Grand Rapids 72 Orange/Bronze Decorative 8 M VG • • • • •Green Valley 81 Green Anemone Quill 8 M VG • • • • •Hilo Mango 76 Pink/Lavender Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • •Hilo Fuchsia 77 Purple Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • •Hilo Tangerine 72 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • •Hollister 69 Yellow/Gold Daisy 7 M G • • • •Honey Durango 69 Yellow/Gold Decorative 8 M G • • • • • •Hudson Bay 74 Red Daisy 8 S VG • • • • •Irvine Currant 75 Coral/Salmon Daisy 8 M VG • • • •North Southwest/Southeast Coastal California Southern FloridaSpring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall WinterM A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J FNew varieties denoted in bold. | Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, T = Tall | Keeping Quality Rate: E = Excellent, VG = Very Good, G = Good• = Recommended for use | DB = Disbud | CBR = Center Bud Removal | ZBR = Zero Bud Removal | SS = Single-stem82Pot Mums At-A-GlancePot Mums At-A-Glance 83

Pot Mums / At-A-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectColor GroupFlower FormWeekRSP.VigorKQRateBest UseTreatment4" 6" BWL DB CBR ZBR SSIrvine Dark Bronze 72 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8 M VG • • • •Irvine Red 74 Red Daisy 8 M VG • • • •Irvine Regal 77 Purple Daisy 8 M VG • • • •Irvine Yellow 70 Yellow/Gold Daisy 8 M VG • • • •Jamestown 77 Purple Decorative 8 S G • • • • •Jamestown Regal 78 Purple Decorative 8 S VG • • • • •Juneau 79 White Daisy 7.5 M VG • • • • •Key Largo 70 Yellow/Gold Anemone 7.5 M G • • • • •Kingsville 70 Yellow/Gold Decorative 8 S E • • • • • •LaPorte 78 Purple Daisy 7.5 M E • • • • • •Lemon Springs 70 Yellow/Gold Anemone 7.5 M E • • • • •Little Rock 78 Purple Daisy 9 M VG • • • •Manhattan 70 Yellow/Gold Decorative 8 S G • • • • •New York 76 Pink/Lavender Decorative 8 S G • • • • •Nob Hill 79 White Decorative Incurve 10 T • • •Olympia 80 White Decorative 7 M E • • • • • •Ottawa 80 White Decorative 7 M E • • • • • •Pelee 72 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8.5 M G • • • • • •Petaluma White 80 White Daisy 7 T E • • •Pittsburgh Purple 78 Purple Decorative Quill 8 M E • • • • •Point Pelee 74 Red Daisy 8 M VG • • • • •Providence 70 Yellow/Gold Decorative 8 M G • • • • • •Pueblo 72 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8 M VG • • • • •Purple Springs 78 Purple Anemone 7.5 M E • • •Rage 74 Red Daisy 8 M VG • • • •Red Springs 74 Red Anemone 7.5 M • • • • •Reno 72 Orange/Bronze Daisy 8 M G • • • • •Roanoke 76 Pink/Lavender Daisy 7.5 M G • • • • •Rockport 78 Purple Daisy 8 M VG • • • •Rose Springs 76 Pink/Lavender Anemone 7 M VG • • • • •San Francisco Bronze Bicolor 72 Orange/Bronze Decorative Quill 7.5 M VG • • • • • • •Santa Cruz 74 Red Daisy 8 T VG • • • • •Saskatoon White 80 White Decorative 8.5 T VG • • • •Seaside White 80 White Decorative Quill 8 M • • • • • •Shanghai Red 74 Red Decorative Incurve 8 M VG • • • •Shasta Improved 81 White Daisy 7.5 M • • • • •Sonoma 78 Purple Daisy 8.5 M G • • • • •Sonoma Pink 76 Pink/Lavender Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • • •Sonoma Red 74 Red Daisy 8.5 M VG • • • • •Spirit Lake 78 Purple Daisy 7 M G • • • • •Spring Delano 76 Pink/Lavender Decorative 8 M G • • •Surf 81 White Decorative 8 M VG • • • • • •Tobago 74 Red Decorative 8.5 M E • • • •Vancouver White 81 White Decorative Quill 8 M E • • • • • • •Vyron 70 Yellow/Gold Daisy 9 T E • • •Yukon 81 White Decorative Incurve 7 S G • • • •North Southwest/Southeast Coastal California Southern FloridaSpring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall WinterM A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J FNew varieties denoted in bold. | Vigor: S = Short, M = Medium, T = Tall | Keeping Quality Rate: E = Excellent, VG = Very Good, G = Good• = Recommended for use | DB = Disbud | CBR = Center Bud Removal | ZBR = Zero Bud Removal | SS = Single-stem84Pot Mums At-A-GlancePot Mums At-A-Glance 85

Pot Mum CulturePot mums are versatile. They can be grown and marketed in almost any size andcontainer type. There are different procedures for starting a pot mum crop, dependingupon the type of cutting (rooted or unrooted) used. Once the crop is established,cultural practices are identical.Keys to Success1) Choose varieties carefully. Consult variety listings in this catalog and the varietycharts for recommended varieties by season and region.2) Maintain optimum environmental conditions.3) Do things ON TIME.4) Use liquid fertilizer at planting and continue feed during the first part of the crop.5) Reduce or eliminate fertilizer for the last few weeks of the crop to help optimizekeeping quality.6) Use nitrate-based fertilizers during low-light/winter environments.On Receipt of CuttingsIt is best to stick or plant cuttings upon arrival. Cuttings may be stored for no longerthan three days in a cooler at 33°–40°F / 1°–4°C, but this is not recommended. Inspectcuttings upon arrival for damage from heating, freezing, breakage or dehydration.Report any problems immediately; pictures are recommended.Starting CuttingsA. Unrooted CuttingsSticking unrooted pot mum cuttings is typically referred to as “direct sticking”. Fillcontainers to the top with media and moisten thoroughly. Rooting hormone increasesrooting uniformity. Apply 1,200–1,500 ppm IBA (indole-3-butyric acid) in powder orliquid form to the bottom 1/8” to ¼” of cutting before sticking or spray cuttings afterstick (recommended) with 200 ppm IBA. When using a spray rooting hormone, use awetting agent and spray in the early morning or after dark; resume mist after cuttingsbegin to wilt. Please note: hormone-treated cuttings are available at a nominal chargefor your convenience.Unrooted cuttings should be stuck into moist media approximately 11/2” deep. Allowapproximately ¾”–1” of growth exposed above the media. After sticking, cuttings mustbe watered in. A complete N-P-K fertilizer such as 20-10-20 at 250-300 ppm nitrogenis recommended for media that does not contain a fertilizer charge.Once the cuttings are stuck and watered in, provide mist for approximately 10–14 dayswhile the cuttings root. Misting keeps cuttings turgid and provides moisture duringrooting. The duration and frequency of the misting is dependent on light intensity,temperature, humidity, etc.As a general guideline, mist for 10 seconds every five to 10 minutes for the first three tofour days. Then change to every 20 minutes for the next three or four days. Reduce thefrequency to every 30 minutes as the cuttings root. While cuttings should be stressedas little as possible during propagation, there Is no need to mist a turgid cutting. Do notovermist, especially once the cuttings are rooted. Cuttings may stretch from too muchmoisture if plants are kept too wet or under mist for too many days.To reduce stretch in propagation during the warm months, an application of B-Nine ®plant growth regulator at 1,000–1,500 ppm can be combined with the rooting hormonespray or applied separately at a later stage during the propagation phase.B. Rooted CuttingsAlways plant rooted pot mum cuttings in moist media. Planting a cutting into a drymedium reduces its initial and future growth.Plant the rooted cuttings deep enough to cover the roots. In a loose, well-drainedmedia, rooted cuttings can be planted about an inch deeper. This deeper plantingcan anchor the plant more securely and promote better branching with only the softergrowth above the soil line.Immediately after planting, water thoroughly with a fertilizer solution to get the plant offto a vigorous start. A Syngenta Flowers pot mum cutting uses liquid fertilizer from themoment it is planted. A complete N-P-K fertilizer such as 20-10-20 at 200–300 ppmnitrogen is recommended at the time of planting. It is beneficial to mist or syringe theplants frequently for the first few days or until the plants are fully turgid and the rootsare absorbing water.Cuttings per PotFour or five rooted cuttings are recommended for 6” or 61/2” azalea pots. One to threecuttings for 4” or 41/2” pot. Plant cuttings near the outside edge of the pot at a slight angleand space equally apart. This allows more light to reach the plants later and encouragesincreased branching action for fuller pots. No cutting is needed in the center of the pot.Rooting MediaPot mums require well-drained, well-aerated media, with good moisture-holdingcapacity to firmly anchor the root system. Pot mums are adaptable to both soil-basedand soilless mixes. It is important that the rooting media be free of insects, diseasecausingagents and weed seeds. Soil-based mixes should be pasteurized (steamed)before use at 160°F / 71°C for 30 minutes.The pH for soil-based rooting media should be 6.2–6.8. The pH for soilless root mediashould be 5.8–6.2.SpacingPot mums must be properly spaced at all times or quality suffers. Spacing is generallydetermined by the desired finish plant size. Ideal spacing would have the plants justtouching when the desired finish height is reached. See www.syngentaflowersinc.com for more details.Photoperiodic LightingPot mums generally require night lighting during the initial portion of their growingschedule. This is the long-day portion of a pot mum crop. Long days are usedto maintain vegetative growth and help determine overall finished plant size. Thenumber of long days required can vary by cultivar and pot size. Knowledgeable salesrepresentatives, published schedules and suppliers can provide this information.Long days are needed immediately upon planting/sticking. Long-day conditionsrequire a minimum of 10 foot candles of light at plant level during the middle of thenight. Do not permit more than seven hours of continuous darkness to occur prior toor during the lighting period. Traditionally, night interruption lighting is used for fourhours at night between 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m.Artificial long days can be supplied by lighting plants from 10:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. with10–15 foot candles or 1.5–2.0 w/m2. This can be obtained with 100 watt incandescentbulbs or 33 watt corkscrew-type compact fluorescent bulbs. A typical set up would beto have light lines ten feet apart and incandescent bulbs placed every ten feet down thelight line. When using compact fluorescent bulbs, additional bulbs are necessary andshould be spaced every five feet down the light line. Even with the additional bulbs,there should be a 33% energy savings using the compact fluorescent bulbs. For eitherbulb, a reflector (pie pan) is recommended to be sure the light is directed down towardthe plants. Use a light meter to confirm lighting requirements are met.WateringPot mums require a plentiful amount of water and fertilizer. For a strong root system,allow media to dry somewhat between irrigations, but do not allow the plants to wilt.Irrigate thoroughly, allowing for some leaching.Various methods of irrigation are used on pot mums including drip irrigation, ebb andflow benches, troughs and capillary mats. The majority of pot mums are watered withdrip irrigation or sub-irrigation techniques. The use of automated irrigation systems isrecommended. Automated systems tend to promote more uniform growth and reducelabor costs.FertilizationPot mums are heavy feeders, especially during their initial stages of growth. A potmum fertilization program should begin as soon as the cuttings are planted or stuck.Constant liquid fertilization is recommended for pot mum production. Use acomplete N-P-K fertilizer that has the majority of N in the nitrate form and containsextra micronutrients such as a “Peat-Lite Special” formulations, (e.g., 20-10-20,20-5-19, 21-5-20). A 200–300 ppm solution of N (soil root media) or 300–400 ppmsolution of N (soilless root media) will produce high-quality pot mums. If nonleachingfertilizer delivery systems are used, such as ebb and flow, flood floors, capillarymats, or troughs, the fertilization rate is often 25–50% lower to reduce soluble saltaccumulation. Soil and foliar tests at regular intervals are recommended. Adjustfertilizer rate as needed to maintain recommended fertility levels.Pot mums are heavy feeders for much of the crop time, so it is very important to notethat fertilization should be reduced or eliminated during the final two to three weeks ofthe crop. Work done at the University of Florida by Dr. Terril Nell has demonstrated thatpot mum longevity can be increased by seven to 14 days when fertilizer applicationsare terminated at disbudding, or approximately three weeks before marketing the crop.At the least, fertilizer should be eliminated when bud color is showing.Target EC (saturated media extract; mS/cm = millisiemens/cm = mmhos/cm):Establishing 0.8–1.5 mS/cmGrowing 1.7–3.0 mS/cmFinishing 0.8–1.5 mS/cmPinchingPot mum cuttings are pinched to encourage lateral branching to produce fuller plantswith high flower count.Before a pot mum is pinched, no matter what size pot, two requirements must be met:1) the plants must be established with their root system reaching the bottom of the pot,and 2) ¾”–1” of new top growth should have occurred. Under proper environmentalconditions, pot mums should be ready to pinch 12–14 days after planting in springand summer months and 15–18 days after planting in fall and winter months. Whenpinching, remove the top 1/2”–1” of new growth, allowing approximately five to sevenleaves to remain on the cutting.Delayed pinching refers to the practice of pinching after short days have started.Short days are started one week after planting and then plants are pinched threeto seven days later when ready. This produces shorter plants with fewer leaves. It’scommonly used to control height during early spring to mid-summer production whenthe environment is conducive to vigorous growth.Short DaysPot mums initiate and develop flowers when exposed to short days. Pot mums needa minimum of 12 hours of uninterrupted, total darkness in order to initiate and developtheir flowers. From approximately September 20 until March 20, the days are naturallyshort enough to induce flowering. Pot mum crops scheduled to flower from mid-November until late April only require natural short days.Pot mum crops scheduled to flower from early May until early November need artificialshort days in order to flower. This is accomplished by pulling blackcloth or blackplastic over the crop each day to provide a minimum 12-hour period of darkness.(For example, blackcloth is pulled at 7:30 p.m. and removed at 7:30 a.m. each day.) AMother’s Day crop needs short-day treatment to ensure an on-time, uniform floweringresponse.The short-day treatment must be done each day from the start of short days untilflower color shows in the flower buds. Missing a day means delaying the crop by aday. During summer months, it is wise to pull the blackcloth as late in the eveningas possible to minimize heat build-up under the cloth. Excessive heat under theblackcloth can contribute to heat delay and reduce plant quality.TemperatureIn the propagation area, night air temperatures of 65°–68°F / 18°–20°C with soiltemperatures of 68°–70°F / 20°–21°C are recommended. Day temperatures can run5°–10°F / -15° to -12°C warmer.As pot mums move to the finishing environment, night temperatures of 62°–65°F /17°–18°C, and day temperatures 67°F / 19°C if cloudy and 72°F / 22°C if sunny, arerecommended.During the final three to four weeks of development, it is beneficial to lower the nighttemperatures to 56°–60°F / 13°–16°C, with day temperatures of 61°F–65°F / 16°–18°Cto enhance flower color and strengthen stems.A large, positive difference (DIF) between day and night temperatures, with the daytemperature warmer than the night, promotes longer internodes and taller plants.Plant height can be reduced if a less positive or zero DIF is practiced. A negative DIF(warmer night than day) is not recommended as leaf chlorosis, clubbiness and reducedvigor may occur.Bud RemovalThere are three types of bud removal practiced on pot mums today. These includedisbud (DB) or removing the side laterals to create one larger flower, center budremoval (CBR) or removing only the center bud to create a smooth canopy with manyflowers, and zero bud removal (ZBR) which has a similar look as CBR on certainvarieties but no disbudding is required. All types of bud removal need to be done ontime or finished quality is diminished. Consult variety listings in this catalog and thePot Mum Variety Guide for recommended bud removal by variety. See bud removaltip sheet at www.syngentaflowersinc.com.Growth RegulatorsB-Nine plant growth regulator is the most commonly used growth regulator forheight control in pot mum production. The amount and timing of B-Nine plant growthregulator applications depends on the cultivar, temperatures and light intensity.Generally, B-Nine plant growth regulator is applied about two weeks after the pinch,or when new shoots are 11/2”–2” in length. A second application may be needed in twoor three weeks. The last application of B-Nine plant growth regulator is recommendedto be no later than the center bud removal stage to avoid negative effects on flowerform or color.B-Nine plant growth regulator rates range from 2,500–5,000 ppm depending on thevariety and time of year. Higher rates are used for tall-growing varieties and during thewarmest, brightest growing seasons.The following guidelines are a suggested starting point for B-Nine plant growthregulator applications on pot mums.Number of B-Nine plant growth regulator applications:Short Vigor Varieties 0–1Medium Vigor Varieties 1–2Tall Vigor Varieties 2–3Bonzi ® and Sumagic ® plant growth regulators can also be used to control growthand height of pot mums. When applying these growth regulators as a spray, uniformapplication techniques are much more critical than applying B-Nine, which is absorbedand moved into the plant through the foliage. The active ingredients in Bonzi andSumagic move into the plant tissue via plant stems or roots, so thorough and uniformcoverage of the stems is important for absorption and good control when applied asa spray.Spray rates to use on a trial basis are 30–125 ppm for Bonzi and 5–10 ppm (2.5–5 ppmin low light) for Sumagic. In general, multiple spray applications at lower use rates willgive the best results. Fewer repeat applications may be needed since these productsappear to have a greater growth regulating effect than B-Nine. These products may beespecially useful to trial in summer when high temperatures diminish the effectivenessof B-Nine. Drench applications of Bonzi at 2 ppm can be used to hold plants at thedesired height prior to shipping. In general, uniform application is important with allplant growth regulation treatments.Florel plant growth regulator and Etheryl is NOT recommended for use on SyngentaFlowers pot mums. Florel plant growth regulator and Etheryl can reduce growth, delayflowering, and reduce flowering uniformity, particularly during the winter months.Pest ControlSeveral insects and related pests may be attracted to pot mum crops. Maintaininga clean, weed-free greenhouse is important to help minimize insect populationsand eliminate hiding places. Early detection is an important factor in reducing theseverity of an infestation. At times, chemical spray applications are necessary toeradicate insect populations. Some common pests for pot mums are, Aphids, FungusGnats, Leafminers, Spider Mites, Thrips and Whiteflies. More specific information forLeafminer and Thrips is listed below. Use a rotation program for the pesticides tohelp avoid resistance. In general, wettable powder formulations are less phytotoxicthan emulsifiable concentrates; however, they may leave a residue on the plants. Foradditional information on products for insect management, refer to our Mum PestControl tip sheet at www.syngentaflowersinc.com.Leafminer pressure can vary from year to year and if not recognized in time, this pestcan cause serious damage on mums. It is important to inspect plants upon arrival andnote any active mines. Monitor the growing areas with sticky cards so you can checkfor adult activity. Good scouting and proper use of effective controls is the best wayto protect crops that are prone to leafminer. A preventive approach is best, as onceleafminer gain a foothold in the crop, it is often difficult to get them under control.This is due to the unsynchronized timing of the different life stages and the difficultyof getting good spray coverage once the crop has gained some size. The productslisted are the most effective when used in a block rotation of three spray applications.This targets the lifecycle of the pest and allows you to effectively rotate to anotherproduct to help minimize the chance of resistance. The systemic activity of Flagship ®insecticide provides extended protection of 4–8 weeks (depending on the rate used)when used as a drench. This is best applied once the crop has rooted in well, in orderto maximize uptake. A rotation of Avid ® > Citation ® > Flagship (drench) insecticides,with Conserve ® SC insecticide saved till the end of the crop if needed for Thripscontrol, should provide good control throughout the crop cycle. Products containingAzadiractin can be applied at the end of the week (or 4–5 days after a treatment ofAvid, Citation or Conserve insecticides) if pressure is high and/or during the third weekprior to rotating to the next product.86Pot Mum CulturePot Mum Culture 87

Pot Mum CultureThrips can be a problem in mum crops, particularly when the plants are beginning tobloom. It is important to inspect plants upon arrival and monitor the growing areaswith blue or yellow sticky cards to assess and track populations. Good scouting andproper use of effective controls before high populations develop are the best way toprotect crops. Below are two chemical control strategies based on the Thrips pressurein the greenhouse.Thrips Rotation for Low–Moderate Populations1) Avid insecticide (1–2 applications)2) Overture ® insecticide (14-day application restriction–2 applications/crop)—Needto make 2 applications of another MOA group before rotating back—limit to2 applications/crop3) Mesurol ® pesticide (1 application if needed)4) Avid insecticide or Pedestal ® insect growth regulatorThrips Rotation for Moderate–High Populations1) Pylon ® insecticide (GH use only) (1–2 applications/crop—limited to 3 applications/crop) OR Mesurol ® pesticide (1 application)2) Orthene ® insecticide + Pyrethroid3) Conserve insecticide (1–2 applications—rotate off for 4 weeks before reapplying—6 applications/season)NOTE: These suggestions are only guidelines and may have to be altered to meetindividual growers needs.All products may not be registered for sale or use in all states. Please check withyour state or local Extension Service before buying or using Syngenta products.Important: Always read and follow label instructions before buying or usingSyngenta products. The instructions contain important conditions of sale,including limitations of warranty and remedy. Mesurol ® 75 is a restricted usepesticide. Orthene ® is a registered trademark of Arysta LifeScience North America,LLC. Pylon ® is a registered trademark of BASF Corp. Florel and Mesurol ® areunregistered and registered trademarks of Bayer AG. B-Nine ® and Pedestal ® areregistered trademarks of Chemtura Corporation. Conserve ® SC is a registeredtrademark of Dow AgroSciences LLC. Sumagic ® is a registered trademark ofSumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. Overture ® is a registered trademark of Valent USA Corp.Visit www.syngentaflowersinc.comfor more detailed information.Fleurettes by colorYellow 90Orange/Bronze 90Red & Pink/Lavender 91White 91Charts & CultureAt-a-Glance Chart 90Culture 92fleurettes4) Avid insecticide (1 application)**Check labels for plant use safety and use limitsSyngenta Bioline also has some key biological control products to help control Thripsin the greenhouse. They include:• Amblyseius swirskii-Swirkskiline as• Amblyseius cucumeris-Amblyline cu• Orius insidiosus-Oriline I• Steinernema feltiae-Exhibitline sfIn addition, Thripline can be a helpful tool for monitoring and control of Western FlowerThrips (WFT). Designed to improve early detection in flowering crops, Thripline utilizesa phermone which excites WFT, bringing them out of the flowers and plant canopywhere they hide. This helps enhance detection on sticky cards and through scoutingand improves their exposure to management treatments.Disease ControlThe most severe diseases of pot mums, such as verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt andChrysanthemum Stunt, are controlled through culture-indexing programs conductedby large, specialized commercial propagators, such as Syngenta Flowers. Clean,vigorous, disease-free cuttings should be planted into pasteurized, well-drainedrooting media. Proper environmental control of ventilation, heating, watering, etc.,should control or minimize the occurrence of other pathogens, which may infect potmums. Disease prevention is more desirable than suppression.When conditions are favorable, however, some disease organisms may attack pot mums.Some common diseases which can infect pot mums are, Pythium, Rhizoctonia, PowderyMildew and Botrytis. For additional information on products for insect management, referto our Mum Disease Control tip sheet at www.syngentaflowersinc.com.Yoder Select With our Yoder Select designation,it's clear and easy to choose the rightvarieties for your Fleurette programs.88Pot Mum Culture

YellowRed & Pink/LavenderLisette Bright, rich yellow color with petite,formal and prolific flower form.Lucienne YellowExcellent plant habit with duplexflower form.Lucienne Yellow, Fifi Hot Pink,Chantal Hot RedChantal Hot RedBright red daisy complements the otherFleurettes and expands color range witha vibrant red.Fifi Hot PinkIntense hot pink daisy reinvigoratesFleurettes with a desirable habit andbright color.Orange/BronzeWhiteSabine BronzePerfect color for fall sales. Try incombinations with other Fleurettes.AdelleTidy, long-lasting, white spoon-tipflowers with green disk exhibited uponopening.Sylvie WhiteClear, white flowers contrast againstdark green foliage.Sylvie White, Sabine Bronze,Lucienne YellowFleurettes / At-a-GlanceVariety Page #YoderSelectColor GroupFlower FormWeekRSP.VigorKQRateBest UseTreatment4" 6" BWL DB CBR ZBR SSAdelle 91 White Daisy Spoon 6 S E • • • •Chantal Hot Red 91 Red Daisy 6 S VG • • • •Fifi Hot Pink 91 Pink/Lavender Daisy 6 S VG • • • •Lisette 90 Yellow Daisy 7 S E • • • • •Lucienne Yellow 90 Yellow Daisy 6 S VG • • • •Sabine Bronze 90 Orange/Bronze Daisy 7 S VG • • • • •Sylvie White 91 White Daisy 6 S VG • • • • •North Southwest/Southeast Coastal California Southern FloridaSpring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall WinterM A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J F M A M J J A S O N D J FVigor: S = Short | Keeping Quality Rate: E = Excellent, VG = Very Good, G = Good | • = Recommended for use | DB = DisbudCBR = Center Bud Removal | ZBR = Zero Bud Removal | SS = Single-stem90Fleurettes By ColorFleurettes By Color 91

Fleurette CultureMerchandising ProgramsGeneral CultureRooting media, fertility regimens, photoperiodic response, light levels and temperaturesare comparable to the requirements of pot mums.ContainersWith compact and spreading growth habits, Fleurettes are ideal to grow andmarket in multiple container sizes. Reference the Lighting Guidelines table for somerecommended sizes.PinchingPinching is optional for Fleurettes grown in 2”–4” containers. When grown in largercontainers, such as bulb pans, a pinch is necessary to help increase branching andspread. Pinching is normally done 10–14 days after sticking, once a healthy rootsystem and adequate plant growth are evident.Long DaysFleurettes are best grown in shorter or smaller containers which require fewer longdays. Use the Lighting Guidelines table for recommended long-day schedules.Growth RegulatorsB-Nine ® plant growth regulator reduces Fleurette height. Small 2” pots may requireweekly applications of B-Nine plant growth regulator for best finished results, while5” pans may receive one or two applications. A general recommended B-Nine plantgrowth regulator rate is 2,500 ppm. Eight to nine inches is an ideal finish height for5” pans measured from the bottom of the pot to the top of the flowers. Plants maybe taller or shorter depending on the season. Bonzi ® and Sumagic ® plant growthregulators can also be trialed as directed for pot mums.PostharvestFleurettes have demonstrated excellent longevity traits in controlled keeping qualitytrials. Fleurettes commonly last between three and four weeks from harvest at Stage3 of development under approximately 70 foot candles of light daily for 12 hours with50–60% relative humidity.Recommended UsesAll Fleurettes are adapted to use in any of the following production and marketingprograms:• Cell packs (18, 24 or 32 cells) for dish garden plantings• 2½” – 3½” pots• 5”, 6”, 7” and 8” bulb pans for centerpiece useSchedulingUse the following guidelines for long days prior to going into short days for flowering.For the most popular containers, half to all of the propagation time will occur undershort days, unlike most pot mum programs.Lighting GuidelinesContainer Number of long days Target height2"–2.5" 0–7* 5"–6"3"–3.5" 0–7* 6"–7"5" pan 0–10** 7"–8"6" pan 3–13** 8"–9"8" pan 7–17** 10"–11"* Using unrooted cuttings.** Using rooted cuttings. Add 5 – 7 days if using unrooted.NOTE: These suggestions are only guidelines and may have to be altered to meetindividual growers needs.Before using any of these pesticides and herbicides, be sure that they are registeredfor use in your state. Check with your local county extension agent or state universityextension service. See label for use rate and application methods. Always follow labeldirections. The label is the law.Important: Always read and follow label instructions before buying or usingSyngenta products. The instructions contain important conditions of sale, includinglimitations of warranty and remedy. B-Nine ® is a registered trademark of ChemturaCorporation. Sumagic ® is a registered trademark of Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.Visit www.syngentaflowersinc.comfor more detailed information.Achieve ‘maxi-mum’ sell-throughwith new P.O.P. programs!With trendy designs, bright colors and a unique assortment ofretail options, Syngenta Flowers has launched three new pointof-purchase(P.O.P.) programs for the 2013 season. Growers andretailers alike can reap the benefits of enhanced retail displaysand increased marketability.All three programs feature contemporary designs and clear, simplemessages to appeal to busy female consumers.Fall in Love with MumsAccessorize your natural-seasongarden mum crop with the Fallin Love with Mums program.P.O.P. materials tout the lowmaintenance,high-impact beautyof this fall-landscape staple.Mum Mania Promote the year-round appeal of Yoder potmums with the Mum Mania program. Pot mums offer a “livingbouquet,” with shelf life that far exceeds the limits of cutflowers. With an energized pot mum assortment, including newflower forms and nontraditional colors, Mum Mania is designedto draw a new generation of mum consumers.Mum Mania Envi ® PotDaisy DelightsDrive impulse saleswith the Daisy Delightsprogram, developedspecifically for ourFleurettes assortment. DaisyDelights leverages the popularityof the daisy flower form and accentuates thenovelty of these petite plants.For more information, contact your preferredbroker representative or contact John HenryCompany at (951) 970-0030.92Fleurettes Culturemerchandising programs 93

Drop / Sub ListAgents and DistributorsGarden MumsFAMILY VARIETY NAME 1 st CHOICE SUB 2 nd CHOICE SUBHelga Golden Helga Olga Yellow Yolanda YellowBrigitte Sunny Brigitte Mildred YellowCamille Sunny Camille Bernadette YellowSly Jenna RedBrandi BurgundyGlenda Red Raquel Ruby Red Kathleen Dark RedUrsula Festive Ursula Coral Jazzy Ursula Coral Fancy Ursula OrangeDarlene Purple Gigi Dark Pink Danielle Purple NEWMegan Megan Pink Stacy Pink Victoria PinkBrigitte Brigitte White Mildred WhitePot MumsFAMILY VARIETY NAME 1 st CHOICE SUB 2 nd CHOICE SUBGraceland Graceland Coral Blush Apricot Blush OrangeGraceland Graceland White Blush White Juneau WhiteGraceland Graceland Yellow Blush Sunny Blush YellowGraceland Graceland Pink Blush Pink Blush Dark PinkLake Placid Bold New York New YorkLompoc Purple essex RockportRegal Lansing Deep Presidio Regal JamestownVail Vancouver White Saskatoon WhiteVineland Freeport NEW Dark ChathamDurango Yellow Durango Durango Yellow Improved NEWFleurettesFAMILY VARIETY NAME 1 st CHOICE SUB 2 nd CHOICE SUBCherie Dark Cherie Fifi Hot PinkMistique Mistique Currant Sabine BronzeagentsAris Horticultural ServicesP.O. Box 230Barberton, OH 44203800-232-9557330-745-1703 faxwww.arishort.commickey.young@arishort.comExpress Seed Company51051 US Highway 20Oberlin, OH 44074800-221-3838440-774-2728 faxwww.expressseed.comFred C. Gloeckner& Company, Inc.600 Mamaroneck AvenueHarrison, NY 10528800-345-3787914-698-0848 faxwww.fredgloeckner.cominfo@fredgloeckner.comSyngenta Horticultural Services4343 Commerce CourtLisle, IL 60532800-323-7253630-969-6373 faxwww.syngentahort.comhort.services@syngenta.comdistributorsAris Canada(Exclusive Distributor)P.O. Box 370268 Seacliff Drive WestLeamington, ON N8H 3W3519-326-6121519-326-1405 faxBall Horticultural Company622 Town RoadWest Chicago, IL 60185800-879-2255800-234-0370 faxwww.ballhort.comcustomerservice@ballhort.comBFG Plant ConnectionP.O. Box 47914500 Kinsman RoadBurton, OH 44021800-883-0234440-834-1885 faxwww.bfgsupply.comweb@bfgsupply.comBill Moore & Company, Inc.P.O. Box 1587Brandon, FL 33509800-237-7794813-684-5856 faxwww.billmooreco.comjillian@billmooreco.comBob Soos Company, LLCP.O. Box 9Middleville, MI 49333269-795-7890269-795-7891 faxsales@bobsoosco.comEason HorticulturalResources, Inc.939 Helen Ruth DriveFort Wright, KY 41017800-214-2221859-578-2266 faxwww.ehrnet.cominfo@ehrnet.comFlorasource, Ltd.P.O. Box 758San Clemente, CA 92674949-498-1131949-498-1196 faxwww.florasourceltd.commail@florasourceltd.comGermania Seed CompanyP.O. Box 317875978 North Northwest HighwayChicago, IL 60631800-380-4721800-410-4721 faxwww.germaniaseed.commail@germaniaseed.comGriffin Greenhouse &Nursery Supplies(Plant Department)P.O. Box 709200 Mountain View RoadMorgantown, PA 19543610-286-0046610-286-0012 faxwww.griffins.cominfo1@griffinmail.comGrimes Seeds & Plants11335 Concord-Hambden RoadConcord, OH 44077800-241-7333440-352-0038 faxwww.grimes-hort.comsales@grimes-hort.comHeny F. Michell CompanyP.O. Box 60160225 West Church RoadKing of Prussia, PA 19406800-422-4678610-265-4208 faxwww.michells.cominfo@michells.comIvy Garth Seed & Plants, Inc.8140 Mayfield RoadChesterland, OH 44026800-351-4025440-729-7692 faxwww.ivygarth.comsales@ivygarth.comJoseph Giannino Company17 North RoadEast Kingston, NH 03827888-948-2001603-642-9230 faxwww.josephgiannino.comjgiannino@comcast.netJVKP.O. Box 9101894 Seventh StreetSt. Catharines, ON L2R 6Z4800-665-1642888-733-3585 faxwww.jvk.netinfo@jvk.netMcHutchison, Inc.64 Mountain View BoulevardWayne, NJ 07470800-943-2230866-234-8884 faxwww.mchutchison.cominfo@mchutchison.comMid Atlantic Plant CompanyP.O. Box 7331Newark, DE 19714800-366-0350302-368-1599 faxwww.midatlanticplant.commidatlantic.plants@verizon.netNorseco, Inc.2914 Cure-Labelle BoulevardLaval, QC H7P 5R9800-561-9693800-567-4694 faxorders@norseco.comPark Wholesale1 Parkton Ave.Greenwood, SC 29647800-845-3366800-209-0360 faxwww.parkwholesale.cominfo@parkseedwholesale.comRon IwasakiHorticultural Sales25500 Melott RoadHillsboro, OR 97123503-628-1969503-628-1122 faxrtiwasaki@juno.comThe Raymond PerriCompany, Inc.8 Winding Trails RoadPine Bush, NY 12566845-744-6801845-744-8473 faxrpco@frontiernet.netVis Seed CompanyP.O. Box 661953153 La Porte StreetArcadia, CA 91006626-445-1233626-445-3779 faxwww.visseed.comhvis@visseed.comWeHoP (WesternHorticultural Products, Inc.)P.O. Box 1109227 West PatisonPort Hudlock, WA 98339800-669-6480360-344-3555 faxwww.wehop.cominfo@wehop.comW. H. Milikowski, Inc.10 Middle River DriveStafford Springs, CT 06076800-243-7170860-684-3022 faxplants@whmilikowski.com94Drop/Sub ListAgents and Distributors 95

Independent LicensedRoot and Sell LocationsOrdering Informationgarden mums,asters &montauk daisyAris CanadaP.O. Box 370268 Seacliff Drive WestLeamington, ON N8H 3W3519-326-6121519-326-1405 faxBarone Gardens6200 South Bay RoadCicero, NY 13039315-699-4724315-699-2081 faxBurnaby Lake Greenhouse Ltd.17250 80th AvenueSurrey, BC V4N 3G4Canada800-663-0149604-576-2475 faxwww.burlake.comC. Raker & Sons, Inc.10371 Rainey RoadLitchfield, MI 49252517-542-2316517-542-2565 faxwww.raker.comD & D Farms32 Hudson RoadStow, MA 01775978-897-7569or 978-897-3323D.S. Cole Growers251 North Village RoadLoudon, NH 03307603-783-9561603-783-9562 faxDuwayne’s Greenhouses, Inc.7041 40th AvenueHudsonville, MI 49426616-669-0552616-669-2557 faxwww.duwaynes.comEsbenshade’s Greenhouse546A East 28th DivisionLititz, PA 17543717-626-7007717-626-7302 faxFive Acre Farm108 Hinsdale Road Route 63Northfield, MA 01360413-498-2208Green Circle Growers15650 State Route 511Oberlin, OH 44074440-775-1411440-774-1465 faxGreen Leaf PlantsA Division of Aris HorticultureInc. 2201 Owanita RoadAlva, FL 33920800-231-9573 / 717-299-0300717-299-7162 faxGreen Leaf PlantsA Division of Aris HorticultureInc.2369 Old Philadelphia PikeLancaster, PA 17602800-231-9573 / 717-299-0300717-299-7162 faxGreenstreet Growers391 West Bay Front RoadLothian, MD 20711P.O. BOX 410Tracy’s Landing, MD 20779410-867-9500410-867-6130 faxJay W Guild Greenhouse36400 North County Road 48Peconic, NY 11958631-765-5299631-765-9479 faxJolly Farmer56 Crabbe RoadNew Brunswick, NB E7N 1R6CanadaP.O. Box 787Houlton, ME 04730800-695-8300800-863-7814 faxKnox Nursery, Inc.940 Avalon RoadWinter Garden, FL 34787407-293-3721407-654-2302 faxwww.knoxnursery.comKube Pak194 Route 526Allentown, NJ 08501609-259-3114Linwell Gardens4760 Lincoln AvenueBeamsville, ON L0R 1B3Canada905-563-6383905-563-7370 faxMalmborg’s Inc.20045 County Road 81P.O. Box 118Rogers, MN 55374763-428-2061763-428-8408 faxMast Young Plants, Inc.6564 Peach Ridge Ave, NWGrand Rapids, MI 49544800-541-3910616-784-3136 faxPlainview Growers229 Farm RoadPompton Plains, NJ 07444800-541-1611973-696-3685 faxPleasant View Gardens7316 Pleasant StreetLoudon, NH 03307603-435-8361603-435-6849 faxPlug Connection2627 Ramona DriveVista, CA 92084760-631-0992760-940-1555 faxSchenck Farms1396 South ServiceSt. Catharines, ON L2R 6P9Canada905-684-5478Skagit Gardens3100 Old Highway 99 SouthMount Vernon, WA 98273360-424-6144or 800-334-1719800-874-1456 faxSunBelt Greenhouses200 Thompson DriveDouglas, GA 31535912-384-3806912-383-4492 faxVan De Wetering Greenhouse5784 Sound AveP.O. Box 819Jamesport, NY 11947631-722-875631-722-8765 faxWelby Gardens2761 East 74th AvenueDenver, CO 80229303-288-3398303-287-9316 faxwww.hardyboyplant.comWessels’ Farms94 Bull RoadOtisville, NY 10963845-386-5681or 800-431-8353845-386-8752 faxpot mums &fleurettesGreen Leaf PlantsA Division of Aris HorticultureInc.2201 Owanita RoadAlva, FL 33920800-231-9573 / 717-299-0300717-299-7162 faxGarden Mums, Asters and Montauk Daisies Program Dates:Weeks 1– 37, 2012Spring-Season Varieties* Seasonality: Weeks 1 – 13Natural-Season Varieties** Seasonality: Weeks 14 – 37Pot Mums and Fleurettes Program Dates: Weeks 1– 52, 2012Royalty is included in the price of the cutting.Garden Mums, Asters and Montauk Daisies: Tags will be availablefor $0.025 per tag, this price includes tag freight. Ratios and no tagsmay be selected but choice must apply to the entire order.Tag only orders will not be accepted. Tags availableon garden mums, asters and Montauk Daisies only. Tags on theseitems will be automatically shipped unless otherwise specified. Thereis a 50% restocking fee on returned tags.Unrooted Shipping: The freight charge is per cutting,based on the shipment size.Production Location: Cuttings will come from Alva, Florida.Propagation: License for propagation is required, please contactRoyalty Administration International for details.Billing: Cuttings will be billed at the time of shipping and will includeseparate line item charges for the cost of the tag and freight.Cancellations: No cancellations or order reductions will beaccepted within two weeks of shipping for unrooted cuttings andwithin six weeks for 102 trays and HD52.* Spring-season varieties can be found on the Spring Selections table on page 6.** All Yoder garden mums are considered natural-season varieties.Rooting StationsRooted cuttings are shipped from two regionalrooting facilities.West & Midwest—Millstadt Greenhouses (Year Round)6627 Route 158, Millstadt, IL 62260618-476-7200 • 618-476-7992 faxEast—Lucas Greenhouses (Seasonal)214 Whig Lane Road, Monroeville, NJ 08343856-881-0234 • 856-881-2502 faxWestOrder MinimumsUnrooted CuttingsOrder Minimum: 2,000Variety Minimum: 100Variety Multiples: 100Pack per box: 2,000(2% over pack)102 Tray (US only)Order Minimum: 200Variety Minimum: 50Variety Multiples: 50Garden Mum AvailabilityPack per box: 200/400(2% over pack)HD52 Liners (US only)Order Minimum: 600Variety Minimum: 50Variety Multiples: 50Pack per box: 600/1200(4% over pack)Unrooted Cuttings: Available weeks 1 – 37102 Tray (US only): Available weeks 4 – 40HD52 Liners (US only): Available weeks 3 – 39Aster AvailabilityUnrooted Cuttings: Available weeks 14 – 37102 Tray (US only): Available weeks 18 – 41HD52 Liners (US only): Available weeks 16 – 39Montauk Daisy AvailabilityUnrooted Cuttings: Available weeks 14 – 37102 Tray (US only): Available weeks 18 – 40Pot Mum & Fleurettes AvailabilityUnrooted Cuttings: Available weeks 1 – 52MidestEastOrders will automatically default to theregional production facilities based onthe customer’s location. Orders can alsobe placed by customer preference.Contact your preferred broker for additional details and pricing.96independent licensed Root and Sell LocationsOrdering Information 97