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Inspired by incredible Chrysanthemum displays found in gardens in China, Lan Su presents the biggest and most impressive Mumvember display ever held in garden. In partnership with Ben Auth of Spark Floral & Design, this years’ Mumvember Chrysanthemum display will be elevated to new heights!
Cascading mums in the Courtyard of Tranquility will be displayed on pedestals to highlight form and beauty. In the Scholars’ Courtyard a “Sunset on the Water” theme will create a chrysanthemum floral illusion. Look for special displays in front of the Teahouse and in our “Boat on the Lake” that will create a creative touch to our annual chrysanthemum display. Join us in celebrating one of the most admired Chinese ornamental plants!
During the month of November, Lan Su Chinese Garden will be packed with hundreds of potted chrysanthemums artistically displayed throughout the garden. More than 75 different chrysanthemum varieties will unfurl in all colors, shapes and sizes including: spiders, quills, spoons, regular incurves, irregular incurves, reflexes, semi-doubles, anemones, brush, thistle, exotics and more! Take in the oranges, reds and yellows of autumn to unusually bright pinks, pale lavenders, lime green, and even stripes of the chrysanthemum.
In conjunction with Mumvember, Lan Su hosts the Ninth Moon Floral Design Showcase presented in partnership with the Floral Design Institute, showcasing the work of top floral designers along with floral demonstrations, presentations, and talks.
Learn more about the Ninth Moon Floral Design Showcase »
Chrysanthemums are mentioned in Chinese literature as early as the 7th century BCE and inspired more writing in China than any other plant — likely the result of early praise by the famous poet Tao Yuanming (365-427 CE) whose poems about chrysanthemums have been recited by generation after generation.
Along with the plum, orchid and bamboo, the chrysanthemum has become known as one of the “Four Gentleman of Flowers.” Revered for its late and long-lasting bloom, these characteristics were likened to those of the mature “gentleman” scholar whose wisdom and integrity grew with each year.
The Chinese have long been masters at chrysanthemum cultivation developing more than 20 cultivars by the 10th century and 2,000 by the early 19th! Chrysanthemums have many practical uses including as a source for tea, wine and medicine.
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