How to Keep Your Mums Blooming All Fall Long

Along with bringing color to your yard, mums are also low maintenance, says Benjamin Godfrey, garden manager at Cornerstone Sonoma. “Mums are easy to grow,” he explains. “They prefer full sun, but usually do fine in part shade, and once established, they are resistant to drought, disease, and infestation.” However, without the proper care, these blooms can weaken and fade fairly quickly. Curious about what steps you can take to ensure your mums keep blooming throughout the season? We asked Godfrey and Mast to share their advice, and this is what they had to say.

Water—but don’t overwater—your mums according to their growth cycle.