Chrysanthemum morifolium Splash Energy

Common Name:
Chrysanthemum 'Splash Energy'

Description:
Chrysanthemum 'Splash Energy' is an energetic and eye-catching variety known for its bold bicolour blooms, typically showcasing a vivid fusion of deep magenta or crimson petals with striking white tips or splashes throughout each flower head. The contrast creates a dynamic and almost painterly effect that stands out in garden beds, borders, and floral arrangements. This cultivar is particularly well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, thriving in full sun to part shade with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It flowers from late summer through autumn, making it a valuable addition to the seasonal garden as many other species begin to decline. The compact growth habit and strong stems make it ideal for pots and cutting gardens. To encourage ongoing blooming, regularly deadhead spent flowers and trim the plant back after flowering. Chrysanthemum 'Splash Energy' offers dramatic flair with minimal maintenance.

Form:
*Shrub - Small
*Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
*Height: 40–60 cm
*Width: 40–50 cm

Aspect:
*Full Sun
*Part Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
*Magenta with white
*Crimson with white
*Bicolour

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Bee Attracting
*Perennial
*Excellent as a cut flower
*Suitable for Hedging (low borders)

Toxicity:
Mildly toxic to pets (dogs and cats) and humans if ingested; may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Companion Plants:
*Zinnias
*Coreopsis
*Sedum
*Snapdragons
*Asters
*Cosmos