In many ways, Chrysanthemums are the ultimate fall flower in the Washington DC area. They’re hardy enough to last through the chilly nights, they’re easily available, and they’re not too hard to grow. However, the ones we see locally aren’t the most spectacular types of chrysanthemums. If you want to see some chrysanthemums, you really need to head to Longwood Gardens in November. They have a chrysanthemum show that is incredible. Each year for the past several years, they’ve displayed at least one 1000 bloom chrysanthemum.
The National Chrysanthemum Society recognizes thirteen different classes of mums. The Irregular Incurve Mums are some of my favorites. They’re known for their curved petals and closed centers. A few years ago, I shared photos of the Crimson Tide and Houston Irregular Incurve Mums. I’ve got a few amazing mums to share with you this year.
The Kokka Hougiko Irregular Incurve Chrysanthemums have wonderful pink & purple petals with a lighter center. I had fun photographing the way the petals overlapped.
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins
The Luxor Irregular Incurve Chrysanthemums are a wonderful soft pink & white flower. They remind me of big fluffy balls of cotton
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins
The Edo 21 Irregular Incurve Chrysanthemums look very different from other Irregular Incurve Mums. The petals are longer, flatter and come to a point. But the flowers do still have the same basic structure as the other Irregular Incurve Mums.
© 2011 Patty Hankins
© 2011 Patty Hankins