DSG - The Fall Flower MUM

The perfect fall flower is definitely the Chrysanthemum, "mum". Don't be intimated by the size, shape and color, as they are very easy to manage, once you know a few super simple techniques. By following a few basic steps in the month of May (which I need to do), you can have great color every year starting in September and throughout the Fall.
A great rule of thumb is cutting back your new spring growth 3 times , with 1st cut around Memorial Day, 2nd cut July 4th and 3rd cut First week of August. (Southern gals start a few weeks earlier and end on July 4th). Just remember how important it is to get outside for a few minutes and enjoy the feel of nature ( Vitamin D) on your skin and being unplugged. That's the main goal in nature therapy. Right?