how often to water mums

Mums generally need about 1 inch of water per week during the growing season, which you can gauge by watering when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. For potted mums, they require more frequent watering, often every day to every other day, especially in warm weather, because they dry out faster. Watering mums in the morning is best, as cooler temperatures allow better water absorption and reduce fungal risks. It's important to water at the soil base to keep foliage dry, preventing disease. Overwatering can cause yellowing leaves and root rot, while underwatering can cause wilting and dull gray-green leaves, so balance is key.