How late in the season can I plant mums?

Hello,

Best wishes for a speedy recovery, please do not do too much.

It would be best to get them planted before the first killing frost to let the roots readjust to your soil.

Sadly -In zone 7 my mums purchased at big box hardware stores don't seem to care to return, I think some mums are meant for one season and labeled that way annual, other varieties —do come back. I wonder if the disposable ones are more common- to encourage repurchase and profit as a marketing strategy?

Here’s a link that might be helpful. It has some recommendations to bring them indoors for certain planting zones.

http://homeguides.sfgate.com/overwinter-fall-mums-indoors-71457.html

It should be fine until December, as interim storms won’t freeze the ground until later.

I have found they typically will return in the spring as long as they are planted before all of the blooms and leaves die back. Since you are in Texas, I would think if you water them you will have a few more weeks to get them planted. But take it easy, and take care of yourself first. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery.

Hi Donnice. First I wish you a speedy recovery. In TX you can still put them in the ground. As long as it is not frozen. Good Luck!