The document discusses the florist's chrysanthemum, a dicot plant commonly sold as a cut flower or potted plant in the US. It comes in many varieties identified by their flower shape such as daisy, cushion, spoon, spider, and football. It prefers bright light, slightly dry soil, and cool temperatures once flowering. Propagation is through stem cuttings and it is a short day plant known for fall blooms in gardens.

1. Florist’s Chrysanthemum Group: Cut Flowers & Foliage Type of Plant: Dicot Leaf Arrangement: Alternate Identification : Dark green lobed leaves. Dark, straight stems with ridges. “ Standard” is one flower on one stem. “Pompon” is multiple flowers on one stem. Many different colors and types of flowers: Daisy, Cushion, Spoon, Spider, Football. C. x morifolium (Also Dendranthema x grandiflora)

2. Daisy Chrysanthemum

3. Cushion Chrysanthemum

4. Spoon Chrysanthemum

5. Spider Chrysanthemum

6. Football Chrysanthemum

7. Water : Let dry slightly between waterings. Light : Bright sunlight indoors, full sun outside. Once in flower, keep cool and out of direct sun. Propagation: Stem cutting. Culture: This plant is a Short Day Plant. It is the most commonly sold potted plant in the U.S. They are often planted outside for fall bloom. Problems: Spider mites and aphids. Florist’s Chrysanthemum C. x morifolium (Also Dendranthema x grandiflora)