When creating a plant profile for a mum (Chrysanthemum) plant, the following types of sources and references can be used to gather accurate and informative content:
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Botanical Textbooks:
- "Botany: An Introduction to Plant Biology" by James D. Mauseth.
- "Plant Systematics: A Phylogenetic Approach" by Michael G. Simpson.
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Horticultural Guides:
- "The Gardener's Year" by Karel Čapek.
- "The Complete Book of A to Z Gardening" by Ellen Spector Platt.
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Online Plant Databases:
- USDA PLANTS Database (plants.usda.gov)
- Royal Horticultural Society (www.rhs.org.uk)
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Academic Journals:
- Articles from the "Journal of Plant Research."
- "HortScience" for studies on chrysanthemum cultivation and breeding.
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Extension Service Publications:
- Cooperative Extension Service – resources on mum care and pests (e.g., from universities like Cornell, UC Davis).
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Websites and Blogs:
- Gardening Know How (www.gardeningknowhow.com).
- The American Chrysanthemum Society (www.chrysanthemum.org).
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Plant Care Manuals:
- "The Flower Gardener's Bible" by Ed Grimball and The Editors of Fine Gardening.
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Environmental and Climate Reports:
- USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and regional climate guides for chrysanthemum cultivation.
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Local Nursery Resources:
- Information from local nurseries or cooperative extension offices that offer specific advice for growing mums in different regions.
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Popular Gardening Magazines:
- Articles from "Better Homes and Gardens" or "Fine Gardening" that highlight chrysanthemum care and varieties.
These references will provide a well-rounded overview of the mum plant, including its taxonomy, cultivation requirements, pest control, and varieties available.