Chrysanthemum 'Autumn Crimson' is a bright and striking variety, rightfully called the queen of autumn. This variety was developed at the Pryluky Experimental Station and is characterized by its rich color, fully matching its name. Thanks to the warm summer and unusually warm September, this year chrysanthemums bloomed a month earlier than usual, allowing you to enjoy their beauty for a longer period. 'Autumn Crimson' is among the pride of breeders, alongside other new varieties currently undergoing registration.
Chrysanthemums are ancient decorative plants cultivated over 2,500 years ago in China, where they were also known as 'Chinese chrysanthemums'. The genus name derives from the Greek word meaning 'gold-flowered', associated with the yellow color of ancient varieties. Modern breeders have expanded the color palette of chrysanthemums, creating varieties with white, magenta, burgundy, and other shades, making them especially attractive to gardeners.
Plants of this genus are hardy and easy to grow, making them popular for decorating gardens in the autumn period until the first frosts. Chrysanthemums 'Autumn Crimson' can be either tall or dwarf, with large flowers and diverse inflorescences, allowing them to be used in various landscape compositions and borders. They create a bright and colorful accent in the garden, extending the flowering season and delighting the eye with their beauty.