If you'd like to use mums as accent plants, consider white, pink and lavender-colored ones. Besides enjoying them outdoors, bring some inside as long-lasting cut flowers to brighten your home for several weeks. Choose a fertile, well-drained sunny location with at least a half day of sun. Always water freshly planted garden mums, and keep a watchful eye out for dry spells. Water as needed to keep the plants from wilting.
Mums are susceptible to stem rot, powdery mildew, aphids and spider mites.
Should you these or any other problems, contact your local Extension agent or Master Gardener for recommended control measures.