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Chrysanthemum
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Chrysanthemum

أقحوان (كريزانتيم)

Chrysanthemum spp.

Hardy daisy-like or pom-pom blooms in many forms.

Approximate price
From SAR 8 / 1 stem
Vase life
10-14 days with proper care
Availability
Available year-round
Fragrance
Light

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In Riyadh, keep flowers cool and away from direct sun or air-conditioning, and refresh the water regularly.

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Origin & meaning

Usual origin

Netherlands · Colombia · Saudi Arabia

Meaning

Loyalty and long life.

Stem characteristics

Head size
Medium, approx. 6-10 cm
Stem length
50-70 cm
Role in arrangement
Primary
Recorded colours
White, Cream, Blush, Pink, Red, Burgundy, Peach, Orange, Yellow, Purple, Green

Arrangement recommendations

Suitable arrangement types

  • Hand-tied bouquet
  • Vase arrangement
  • Flower box
  • Basket arrangement
  • Low table arrangement

Best uses

  • Vase arrangements
  • Mixed bouquets
  • Sympathy arrangements
  • Corporate arrangements

Flower & greenery pairings

Long-lasting and budget-friendly; green button mums add texture to mixed bouquets.

  • Rose
  • Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lily)
  • Ruscus
  • Aster
  • Carnation

Suitable palettes & moods

  • Classic
  • Modern

Care

Stem trimming

Recut the ends at an angle with a clean tool.

Water

Use clean water and keep leaves above the waterline.

Placement

Keep cool, away from direct sunlight and heat.

Water changes

Refresh the water regularly and keep the vase clean.

Recorded varieties

Spray Chrysanthemum

Spray Chrysanthemum

SAR 8 / 1 stem

Several daisies per stem; the budget filler.

Pompon Chrysanthemum

Pompon Chrysanthemum

SAR 10 / 1 stem

Tight balls, the green ones especially popular.

Baltica Chrysanthemum

Baltica Chrysanthemum

SAR 10 / 1 stem

Full round spray heads.

Kermit Chrysanthemum

Kermit Chrysanthemum

SAR 10 / 1 stem

The green button mum in every Riyadh mixed bouquet.

Bacardi Chrysanthemum

Bacardi Chrysanthemum

SAR 10 / 1 stem

Simple white daisies with green centres.

Disbud Chrysanthemum

Disbud Chrysanthemum

SAR 15 / 1 stem

One big bloom per stem; sympathy and majlis work.

Zembla Chrysanthemum

Zembla Chrysanthemum

SAR 15 / 1 stem

The big white ball used in sympathy pieces.

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