Plant and/or Water Right Away: Mums require quite a bit of water while blooming. Planting your mum into a larger pot or in the ground will help preserve the soil moisture. Make sure to check daily.
Bloom Times: Bloom time may vary based on day length, as mums are sensitive to light and require shorter days to trigger blooming. Leave porch lights off until mum is fully bloomed.
Pruning: To encourage new blooms, cut back spent buds to the first leaf on the stem.
Consistent Moisture: Ensure the plant receives consistent moisture to prevent wilting. If your plant wilts, consider moving it to a location where it receives shade in the afternoon or water more often.
Water at the Base: Water the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry, as wet leaves can lead to disease. One option is to place the planter in a tray, fill the tray with water, let the plant absorb as much as possible and drain any remaining water.
