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China Aster, Mixed Colours
China Asters (Callistephus chinensis) are bushy annuals with colourful densely-filled flowers. This mix is a vibrant combination of pink, red, violet, white and yellow. China asters are an excellent cutting flower and also attract pollinators. This seed is suitable for professional flower growers. Each packet contains approximately 70 organic seeds. More details below.
Organic China Asters (Callistephus chinensis) Seeds
Characteristics:
- Annual
- Mix of colours: pink, red, violet, white, yellow
- Height: 50cm
Growing Schedule: Sow under cover from March, or sow directly outside once the soil has warmed up from around mid-April until mid-May.
Sowing depth: 0.5 – 1cm
Planting distances: 20 x 25cm
Growing conditions: China Asters can grow in full sun to partial shade. They can tolerate most soil types but will thrive in fertile, well-draining soil. To prevent the aster wilt disease the growing site should change each year.
Ongoing care: Prompt dead-heading can encourage more flowering.
Number of seeds: Each packet contains approximately 70 organic seeds, enough for 45 plants.
Special Features | Pollinator Friendly, Balcony & Pot Growing |
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Life Cycle | Annual |