Sport™ J1549 Dark Pink Chrysanthemum

Sport™ J1549 Dark Pink Chrysanthemum is the recorded name for a dark-pink garden mum. Its fall flowers suit sunny beds and containers; confirm spacing and mature form with the selected plant label because sizes vary among chrysanthemum cultivars. The [breeder catalog](https://online.flippingbook.com/view/946793833/1/) lists the dark-pink product under code 70092449. General garden-mum care follows [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/chrysanthemum/) and [Iowa State Extension](https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/how-to/growing-chrysanthemums-iowa). Garden chrysanthemums grow best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil that stays evenly moist. Water at soil level during dry spells and avoid waterlogged ground. Pinch growing tips early in the season to encourage branching, stopping by midsummer so buds can develop. Remove spent flowers as desired and divide crowded clumps every few years. In colder areas, plant early and mulch after the soil cools; garden-mum survival varies with cultivar and local winter conditions. Florist chrysanthemums selected for indoor display may not have the same outdoor hardiness as garden types, so check the selected plant label and local extension advice before relying on winter return. ## Maintenance Pinch early shoots for compact branching, then stop by midsummer. Water during dry periods, remove spent flowers, and divide crowded clumps.