Chrysanthemum | Apricot Alexis Benzakein Chai Plants are drought tolerant once

Plants are drought tolerant once established but do like a moist soil and are even happy in a clay soil

Plants can be cut back in late Autumn or be left for winter interest

You can also use the leaves to make a tea infusion by steeping 3 teaspoons of freshly chopped leaves

These don't last long

Whilst the flowers are not overly showy

Chrysanthemum | Apricot Alexis Benzakein Chai Plants are drought tolerant onceApricot Alexis is an Intermediate Curve Chrysanthemum in a divine biscuity Peach colour and can easily be the centre of attention in autumnal flower bouquets. Chrysanthemums are back in fashion and this one is no exception! Chrysanthemums need at least 5 to 6 hours of sun daily to perform at their best. They are prone to powdery mildew so need to have good air circulation, the morning sun is needed to dry the dew on the leaves and in addition to this,