Fuego Chrysanthemum: Autumn’s Fiery Bloom
If autumn had a flower it might just be the Fuego Chrysanthemum. Bursting with warm golden tones, it’s as if the petals have captured the glow of firelight and the turning leaves all at once. The word fuego itself means “fire” in Spanish and this bloom is just as synonymous with the arrival of autumn as log fires, pumpkins and cosy jumpers.
Meet the Flower of Life
You might know them simply as chrysanthemums or as the beautifully named Flower of Life. Chrysanthemums come in a dazzling variety of shapes, colours and sizes from soft whites and yellows to the rich fiery tones of the Fuego
How to Keep Them Glowing
Free them from their nets Fuego chrysanthemums arrive with protective nets: gently take them off from the bottom up to keep those fiery petals intact.
Snip to sip Their stems naturally start to seal at the ends so diagonally trim an inch off each before placing them in water.
Double the glow These beauties last ages. Once they’ve been in your main vase for a week or so, cut them down into smaller stems, pop them into a bud vase and enjoy little glowing displays all around your home.
Did You Know?
Chrysanthemums are associated with joy and optimism which makes them the perfect antidote for tricky times.
Their name comes from the Greek chrysos meaning gold and anthemon meaning flower.
In Feng Shui chrysanthemums are said to bring happiness and good fortune into the home.
Beyond the Vase
Chrysanthemums aren’t just beautiful in a display, they're also wonderful for flower pressing. Try deconstructing a stem and pressing the petals to preserve their fiery glow long after autumn has faded.
With their longevity, optimism and glowing autumnal hues Fuego chrysanthemums are flowers that bring joy not just for days but for weeks. A fiery celebration of the season right on your kitchen table
