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Short for Chrysanthemums , mums are the flowering plant that’s synonymous with fall! Come autumn you see them decorating porches everywhere! They come in a variety of colors, from vibrant oranges to yellows, whites, and purples. But to keep mums blooming all season, there are some things you need to know. It all starts with choosing wisely at the store, but it also matters how you care for them once you get them home. Follow these tips, and you'll have the longest-lasting porch mums on the block!

Before we begin, let’s clarify that this article focuses on annual or florist mums, not the hardy garden perennial varieties. Annual mums are the ones you find at garden cent

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