Hello, Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners. Unfortunately, the drought has hung on here in the Valley as many counties are now classified a D-4 or Exceptional drought (per the USDA Drought Monitor).

There are two mum types: florist and garden perennial mums. Botanically, they are both members of the genus Chrysanthemum, with many hybrids in each category. The main difference between florist mums ...

When is it too late to plant filler mums? Will they survive the winter if I plant in mid-October? It is important to know that there are two different types of mums, hardy garden mums and annual mums.

The arrival of crisp autumn air means one thing: It’s time for mums! Chrysanthemums, often called mums, are a sure sign you’ll soon be picking pumpkins, enjoying the last of your summer vegetables, ...

I can never resist planting mums in the fall. My other flowers are fading, and here are these wonderful pops of color at the garden center. I usually end up buying a few mums for my front porch.