chrysanthemum 'Aluga White'

Grow in a sheltered site in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter and general-purpose fertiliser. Water freely in dry weather. Staking may be required. Plants should survive outdoors in most areas especially if protected by a thick mulch. In very cold areas lift the crowns and store in a greenhouse, raising fresh plants from these each year. See chrysanthemum cultivation

Pinch out the growing tip when the plants are 15-20cm tall to encourage free-flowering, bushy plants. Cut back to near ground level in the autumn. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering

Propagate by basal cuttings in early spring

May be susceptible to chrysanthemum leaf miner, glasshouse whitefly and aphids

Susceptible to chrysanthemum white rust, powdery mildews and grey moulds