VALENTINA BUGORKOVA

The Chrysanthemum variety Valentina Bugorkova is an upright plant with a height of 100-110 cm, medium foliage density, and a fast-growing growth type. The leaves are green and smooth, while the scape has medium strength, ensuring stability of the inflorescences. Each plant forms 40 to 50 inflorescences, with 15-17 flowers per scape. The inflorescences are double-flowered, 9-10 cm in diameter, with a purple hue and a medium aroma. The flower color fades slightly, maintaining the decorative effect for a long time. The period from the start of vegetation to the beginning of flowering is about 240 days. Flowering starts on November 20, with mass flowering observed from November 28 and lasting about 25 days. The variety is characterized by good cut-flower stability—flowers retain freshness for up to 10 days, and cut-flower productivity reaches 3-4 flowers per bush. According to the breeder, the variety is resistant to adverse weather conditions, has winter hardiness, medium drought resistance, and heat tolerance. It is recommended to grow Chrysanthemum Valentina Bugorkova both for obtaining cut-flower products in greenhouses and as an ornamental garden plant in open ground, especially in the subtropical zone of Russia. This variety combines an attractive appearance, high productivity, and adaptability to various climatic conditions, making it in demand among floriculturists and professionals.