Decorative Chrysanthemums are another popular category of Exhibition mums identified by the National Chrysanthemum Society. The Decorative Mums have blossoms that appear almost flattened on top. The petals are shorter than many other types of chrysanthemums, and curve inward.
Here are some of the Decorative Chrysanthemums I’ve photographed
The Coral Charm Decorative Mums are one of my favorite varieties. I love the combination of pink, purple and peach shades in these beautiful flowers.
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins
Fireflash Decorative Mums has petals with striking shades of red, orange and yellow on the petals. It’s easy to see where the fire reference in the name came from
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Western Bushfire Decorative Mums have striking shades of red and yellow on the petals.
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© 2011 Patty Hankins
The Jackstraw Decorative Chrysanthemums are the most unusual decorative mums I’ve ever seen. Instead of the smooth edges commonly found on the petals – the petals on the Jackstraw mums have arrow-shaped points at the tips.
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins