Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum 'Yogin' GINGER)
Discover Chrysanthemum 'Yogin' GINGER, a low-maintenance herbaceous perennial boasting yellow and bronze-red blooms from September to frost.
Complete Plant Information
Overview
Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER is a highly valued garden mum, renowned for extending the season of color well into autumn. This specific cultivar, part of the Prophet Series by Yoder, offers a beautiful two-toned display, making it a staple when other summer performers begin to fade. Gardeners appreciate the robust, clump-forming habit of this particular Chrysanthemum.
As an herbaceous perennial, Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER provides reliable fall interest, though it is often treated as an annual companion plant in late-season displays. It stays relatively compact, typically maturing between 1.5 and 2 feet tall, perfect for defining borders or brightening containers with its signature yellow flowers accented by bronze-red centers.
The low maintenance requirements, combined with its deer and rabbit resistance, make Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER a practical and rewarding choice for fall garden design. Ensure it receives full sun and consistent moisture to maximize the profuse bloom performance expected from this well-branched hybrid.
Fast Facts
- Plant Family: Asteraceae
- Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5-9
- Size at Maturity:
- Height: 1.5-2 ft
- Spread: 1-1.5 ft
- Bloom Time: September to frost
- Bloom Description: Yellow with bronze-red centers
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Water Needs: Medium
- Maintenance Level: Low
How to Grow
The best results for Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER are achieved when planted in spring or early summer, allowing the roots to establish before the heavy fall bloom period. Plant in humusy, fertile, consistently moist, well-drained soils. While it thrives in full sun, this Chrysanthemum variety appreciates some protection from intense afternoon sun, especially in hot summer climates.
Consistent care ensures a bushy, well-shaped plant ready for its autumn show. To control height and encourage dense vegetative growth, pinch the stems back periodically from late spring through mid-summer (up to Independence Day). Supplement feeding several times during the growing season will promote the best floral display.
Watering should be medium; avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as consistent moisture is crucial. After the final flush of blooms fades near the first frost, cut the plants back to about 6 inches above the ground and apply a protective mulch, such as straw or evergreen boughs, especially in colder zones. Dividing clumps every two to three years in spring or fall will revitalize older plants.
Landscape Uses
Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER excels in numerous landscape applications due to its mounding habit and late-season color anchor. It works perfectly as an edging plant along walkways or defining the front of a perennial border, providing strong textural contrast with its lobed, dark green foliage.
For high impact, plant Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER in masses or groups within seasonal beds, replacing spent summer annuals with reliable fall color. Its compact size also makes this cultivar an excellent choice for container gardening, where its bright yellow and bronze tones can be featured prominently on patios or entryways.
Standout Features
Flower Qualities
- Showy
Noteworthy Characteristics
Chrysanthemum is a genus of about 20 species grown mostly for their showy flowers, and many hybrids like ‘Yogin’ GINGER are mainstays of the fall garden. Distinguished by its flat decorative capitulum form, this clump-forming mum features two-toned flowers that transition from yellow on the outside to a bronze-red center. This specific garden mum is known for profuse bloom coverage from early September until the first hard frost.
Tolerances
- Rabbit
- Deer
Potential Problems
Aphids, thrips, and spider mites are common early-season pests that can damage new growth on Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER. Control these minor outbreaks promptly through horticultural oils or insecticidal soaps. Fungal issues such as Botrytis, leaf spots, rust, and powdery mildew are potential problems, often exacerbated by overhead watering or poor air circulation. Plant in well-drained soil and avoid late-day watering to mitigate disease risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardiness zones is Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER suitable for?
This herbaceous perennial is generally hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 9.
How large does Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER grow?
It typically reaches a mature height between 1.5 and 2 feet tall, with a spread of 1 to 1.5 feet wide.
What sun exposure does Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER need?
For the best growth and most vibrant bloom production, this plant requires full sun exposure.
When does Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER bloom?
It provides consistent color starting in September and continues blooming until the first hard frost, displaying attractive yellow flowers with bronze-red centers.
Conclusion
Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER offers dependable, vibrant color during the transition to colder weather, making it an essential fall feature. Its low maintenance and decorative, two-toned blooms solidify its position as a prime garden mum cultivar. Check your local USDA hardiness zone compatibility and plan to pinch your Chrysanthemum plants back by mid-summer to ensure a spectacular autumn display.
Companion Planting
When planning garden companion plants for Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER, focus on species that share similar cultural requirements: namely, full sun and consistently moist, well-drained soil. Because this mum blooms late, pair it with plants whose foliage or early flowers provide interest before September arrives. Good choices include Sedum varieties (like ‘Autumn Joy’), which bloom slightly later, or ornamental grasses that offer textural contrast alongside the dense mounds of the Chrysanthemum.
Consider shorter border plants that won’t compete for light, such as late-blooming Asters or ornamental cabbages/kales, which provide textural contrast. Since the plant is noted as deer and rabbit resistant, using it near more palatable plants can help provide a protective buffer around them.
Design Ideas: Containers and Edging
The compact, mounded shape of Chrysanthemum ‘Yogin’ GINGER is ideally suited for container groupings or defining the edge of established perennial borders. In containers, it functions excellently as a “thriller” or a component in a mixed fall arrangement alongside taller grasses or trailing dark-leafed sweet potato vines. The yellow and bronze coloration pairs beautifully with deep purple pansies or dark terracotta pots.
When used for edging, the 1.5-foot minimum height provides a neat, rounded line without obscuring shorter groundcovers or the fronts of taller shrubs. Ensure adequate spacing during planting to allow for air circulation, which helps prevent the common fungal issues associated with dense plantings of garden mums.
