Chrysanthemum Blooms: A Guide to Optimal Seasons and Drinking Times

When does the chrysanthemum bloom? The blooming season of chrysanthemums varies depending on the species, but most chrysanthemums bloom in autumn.

It is one of China’s top ten famous flowers and one of the four noble ones, also one of the world’s four major cut flowers, ranking first in production. Chrysanthemums not only have ornamental value but also medicinal value.

Drinking chrysanthemum tea often can clear heat and reduce fire, which is beneficial to the human body. Let’s take a look at the blooming time of chrysanthemums.

When does the chrysanthemum bloom?

Because there are many types of chrysanthemums and their planting areas are also different, there is no uniform blooming time. However, most chrysanthemums bloom in autumn.

1. Summer chrysanthemum

The summer chrysanthemum blooms in summer, also known as the “May and September chrysanthemum”, because it blooms once in May and September according to the lunar calendar.

2. Autumn chrysanthemum

The blooming period of the autumn chrysanthemum is in mid and late September. It is the most commonly cultivated variety, divided into early chrysanthemum and mid-size chrysanthemum.

3. Late chrysanthemum

The late chrysanthemum generally blooms from October to November, often used for pot cultivation for viewing.

4. Cold chrysanthemum

The cold chrysanthemum, also known as the winter chrysanthemum, naturally blooms in winter, from December to January of the following year. It is the latest blooming variety.

5. Spring chrysanthemum

The spring chrysanthemum, also known as chrysanthemum greens, blooms in spring. However, as long as it is provided with a suitable temperature, it can bloom all year round.

For example, if a spring-like temperature and enough light are provided in winter, it will bloom.

6. Chamomile

Chamomile is a perennial plant. After wilting, it will grow new branches the following year. Its flowering period is in May, and it declines in autumn.

7. Wild chrysanthemum

The wild chrysanthemum generally does not exceed one meter. Its flowering period is from June to November, which is relatively long.

8. Small red chrysanthemum

The small red chrysanthemum grows in the north. It is relatively short, and its flowering period is between July and October. This variety is wild.

When is the best time to drink chrysanthemum tea?

1. Summer

Due to the hot weather, people are more likely to experience dry mouth and tongue, heat, anxiety, and even heatstroke in summer.

Drinking a moderate amount of chrysanthemum tea helps to relieve heat, dispel wind and clear heat, replenish water, detoxify, reduce inflammation, and regulate emotions.

2. Autumn

The climate in autumn is dry and the heat has not yet dissipated. People are prone to fatigue. Drinking chrysanthemum tea appropriately at this time helps to eliminate fatigue, refresh the mind, nourish the yin and moisturize the lungs, and improve complexion.