Rowlett, TX – As the air cools and days shorten, gardens across North Texas begin their transformation. For many, nothing signals the arrival of fall more clearly than chrysanthemums. Known simply as “mums,” these flowers have long been a staple of the season, bringing brightness and energy when much of the garden begins to fade.
Mums are popular not only because they thrive in autumn but because they offer so many choices. They come in a wide range of colors — from deep burgundy and orange to cheerful yellows, whites, and purples — and in different sizes to suit porches, patios, or flower beds. This variety makes it easy for families to find the right combination for their homes and gatherings.
Though many people buy mums as a one-season decoration, they are actually perennials. With proper planting and care, mums can survive the winter and bloom again in the spring. Established plants will often grow larger each year, rewarding the gardener’s effort with more flowers over time.
Communities have long embraced mums as part of the fall season. They line porches, brighten school events, and make easy gifts for neighbors and friends. A pot of mums by the door is more than decoration, it signals a welcome and marks the change of season in a simple, colorful way.
For families and neighborhoods alike, mums represent more than a passing burst of color. They remind us that with a little care, beauty returns season after season, and that even small traditions like planting mums each fall can help connect people to the rhythm of the year.
Nathan is the President of Covington’s Nursery and Landscape Co. and has been part of Covington’s for nearly three decades. Guided by the belief that growth often begins quietly, he continues to learn from the garden and share those lessons with his community
