Mums arrive in fall when most other flowers are fading, giving you color right into November if you deadhead spent blooms. The 3-gallon size means a full, branching plant ready to make an impact in a border or large container.

Plant in well-draining soil and full sun; they'll stretch toward shade. Water regularly but don't let them sit soggy. In zone 8a, many varieties survive winter outdoors and return the following year.