In Defense of Chrysanthemums

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C hrysanthemums, often dyed in random colors, are a supermarket staple. We think that this exuberant flower deserves a more considered look. For inspiration, we turned to Polly Nicholson of Bayntun Flowers, who's experimental Chrysanthemums redefine what the flower can be.

A paler version of C. 'Duchess of Edinburgh'.

An arrangement with cotoneaster, handfuls of rosemary, and dark scabious 'Black Knight'.

Crisp, pre-holiday colors in a galvanized bucket.

'Shamrock', a green spider chrysanthemum.

Chrysanthemum 'Orange Allouise'.

A late-autumn arrangement, complete with a gourd.

The 'White Spider' chrysanthemum

Some aging hydrangea is weaved in among the autumn colors.

Spider chrysanthemum 'Saratox Lilac' is offset with leaves of Turkish oak.

For more on arranging Chrysanthemums, visit us at Gardenista: In Defense of Chrysanthemums