•. Appearance: This chrysanthemum features a delicate purple bloom that can grow to a large size when properly cultivated.
Cultivation: To achieve its full, large potential (as a "big boy"), growers recommend the technique of disbudding, which involves removing side buds to direct all the plant's energy into the central flower bud.
Origin: The 'Stoakes Big Boy' is one of many cultivars developed by the late Len Stoakes and his family in Western Australia, who are known for creating numerous high-quality exhibition chrysanthemums that have achieved global success.
Use: It is particularly valued as a cut flower, known for its suitability around Mother's Day blooms in the Australian climate.
•. Appearance: This chrysanthemum features a delicate purple bloom that can grow to a large size when properly cultivated.
Cultivation: To achieve its full, large potential (as a "big boy"), growers recommend the technique of disbudding, which involves removing side buds to direct all the plant's energy into the central flower bud.
Origin: The 'Stoakes Big Boy' is one of many cultivars developed by the late Len Stoakes and his family in Western Australia, who are known for creating numerous high-quality exhibition chrysanthemums that have achieved global success.
Use: It is particularly valued as a cut flower, known for its suitability around Mother's Day blooms in the Australian climate.
