We planted mums, which started to lose their color and began to wilt within about two weeks. What is wrong with the plants?
Mums are often short-lived additions to the garden. If the plants were in full bloom when purchased, it’s possible the flowers would begin to decline in a few weeks. A wilting problem suggests the root ball may have dried, and the plants cannot take up the needed water to continue growth. One secret to mum survival is buying plants in a bud stage and just starting to show color. These plants gradually open their blooms to display color for four to six weeks. Another secret is to keep the rootballs moist. It’s best to water by hand and direct the water toward the base of the plants. Once the root balls dry, they may be difficult to re~moisten, and the plants are often lost or have a short display life.
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