There are a few must-have decorating accessories that immediately tell the world you're ready for fall, and chief among them is one (or several) beautiful baskets teeming with mums.

Chrysanthemum flowers bloom in dozens of pretty colors, from pure white to stunning magentas, oranges, reds, and purples, making them easy to decorate with. And (under the right conditions) they're steady, long-lasting bloomers. Though you can plant and tend to perennial mums , many people prefer to simply buy a pot full of annual mums in the fall, and compost the plant when the season is over.

But selecting the right plant is essential for getting the most out of your fall pot! The last thing you want is to bring home a plant from the store and have it wilt and die immediately.

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