Kashmir’s first Chrysanthemum Garden
Kashmir’s first Chrysanthemum garden was opened for tourists.
- Chrysanthemums are a genus (Chrysanthemum) of about 30 species of perennial flowering plants in the family Asteraceae.
- It is native to Asia and northeastern Europe.
- Chrysanthemum is a perennial herbaceous plant that blooms in autumn.
- The species of Chrysanthemum grows to 50-150 cm tall, with deeply lobed leaves and large flowerheads, white, yellow or pink in the wild species.
- Required climatic Conditions for Chrysanthemum
- It is native primarily to subtropical and temperate areas.
- Tropical and subtropical climatic conditions are ideal.
- However, the best temperature for growing chrysanthemum is 20-28 degree for day and 15-20 degree Celsius for night.
- Well drained red loamy soil with pH of 6 to 7.
- It is commonly used as an herbal treatment for hypertension and is said to help treat fevers, headaches, and inflammation.
