🌼 Introduction
Chrysanthemum, also known as “Shevanti” or “Mums,” is one of the most important commercial flowers grown globally. With their bright colors and high aesthetic appeal, chrysanthemums are used extensively for religious purposes, decorative arrangements, and even medicinal uses.
Its strong market demand, year-round farming adaptability, and suitability for open fields and greenhouses make chrysanthemum flower farming a profitable and scalable agricultural business.
🌍 Ideal Climate & Soil Conditions
Climate:
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures (15°C–25°C)
Cannot tolerate heavy frost or waterlogging
Light:
Requires short-day conditions to induce flowering
Soil:
Well-drained loamy soil
pH: 6.0–7.5
Rainfall:
Moderate rainfall; requires irrigation in dry seasons
🌱 Varieties of Chrysanthemum
Large Flowered Types – For cut flowers (e.g., White Snowball, Thai Chen Queen)
Small Flowered Types – For garlands and religious uses (e.g., Flirt, CO-1, CO-2)
Spray Chrysanthemum – Clustered blooms, high market demand
🌾 Propagation and Planting
Propagation Methods:
Rooted cuttings (most common)
Terminal stem cuttings
Suckers or division of mother plants
Planting Season:
Best time: June to September
Spacing: 30 x 30 cm (small types), 45 x 45 cm (large types)
Planting Depth: Ensure stem base is just above the soil
🌿 Organic Crop Management
Soil Preparation:
Add 20–25 tons/acre FYM (farmyard manure)
Mix with neem cake and compost
Organic Fertilization:
NutrientOrganic SourceNitrogenVermicompostPhosphorusRock phosphatePotassiumWood ash + banana peel compost
Apply organic liquid fertilizers like Jeevamrut or Panchagavya every 15–20 days.
🐛 Pest & Disease Management
Pest/DiseaseSymptomsOrganic ControlAphidsLeaf curling, sticky residueNeem oil sprayLeaf spot fungusBrown/black spots on leavesTrichoderma + garlic extractRoot-knot nematodesYellowing, stunted growthMarigold intercroppingWhitefliesLeaf yellowingYellow sticky traps
🌸 Flowering & Harvesting
Flowering begins 90–110 days after planting.
Ideal harvest time: When flowers are ¾ open
Harvesting time: Early morning or late evening
Cut stems 15–20 cm from the base with sharp knives
Yield: 60,000–90,000 flower stems per acre depending on variety and care
📦 Post-Harvest & Marketing
Grading:
Grade flowers based on size, color, stem length
Separate export-quality blooms
Packaging:
Bunched in 10–15 stems
Wrapped in newspaper or soft sleeves
Pack vertically in ventilated cartons
Markets:
Local flower markets (mandis)
Religious ceremonies
Florists and decorators
Online platforms and exporters
📈 Profit Potential in Chrysanthemum Farming
ParameterValueCultivation Cost/acre₹60,000 – ₹80,000Average Yield/acre60,000 – 90,000 stemsSelling Price/stem₹1.5 – ₹4 (retail/export rate)Gross Revenue₹90,000 – ₹3,60,000Net Profit₹30,000 – ₹2,80,000
🏡 Chrysanthemum for Home Gardeners
Use medium to large pots (10–15 inches)
Potting mix: Loam + compost + sand
Full sun exposure (6+ hours)
Regular deadheading increases flowering
🌍 Export Opportunities
Chrysanthemums are in high demand in:
Japan (funeral and religious use)
Europe (decorative)
Middle East
Requires: Grading, cold storage, phytosanitary certification
🧴 Value Added Products
Dried flower craft and potpourri
Chrysanthemum tea (from specific edible varieties)
Natural dyes (yellow/orange petals)
Medicinal extracts for skincare and stress relief
🔚 Conclusion
Chrysanthemum flower farming combines beauty with profit. It is adaptable to many climates, needs moderate care, and offers excellent market demand locally and internationally. Whether you’re a full-time flower farmer or a backyard gardener, chrysanthemums can bloom your business with vibrant colors and solid income.
✍️Real Neel
Founder -Farming Writers
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