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3 Excellent Alternatives To Mums
If you’re looking for alternatives to chrysanthemums (mums) in North Florida, where the climate is warm and humid (Zone 9A), there are several beautiful options that provide vibrant fall color and similar seasonal appeal, often with easier upkeep or longer bloom times. Excellent Alternatives to Mums 1. Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) Why: Heat-tolerant and long-blooming. Colors: Yellow to deep orange — great autumn palette. Note: Keep deadheading for continuous flowering. 2. Zinnias Why: Continuous color until frost, easy care. Colors: Wide variety — pinks, reds, yellows, oranges. Tip: Excellent for pollinators and cutting gardens. 3. Coreopsis Why: Florida native wildflower; drought-tolerant...