Aster, China, 'Hazaster Hagen Light Blue'
(Callistephus chinensis) The best way to experience fireworks. Sow seeds, add lots of patience and kind words, transplant late Spring/early Summer into fertile soil that receives lots of sun, shower seedlings with loving care, and wait.
Boom!
2.5' open, branching plants with 4-6" spidery periwinkle purple blooms.
100-120 days. MP
Packet: 50 seeds
Product Code: AST-HH-pkt
Availability:In stock
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Growing Info
SOWING:
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost.
Transplant out after last frost.
Note: Transplants are highly recommended. Asters respond favorably (begin to bloom) to increased heat and decreased daylength.
PLANTING DEPTH:
1/8"
SPACING:
12" between plants in rows 15" apart.
EMERGENCE:
10-14 days @ soil temp 70F
LIGHT:
Full sun
FERTILITY:
Average. Well-drained and evenly moist soil is preferred.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Asters benefit from support to keep them upright and tidy and increase airflow.
Continue to cut flowers and deadhead for a long bloom time.
Harvest flowers when the outer petals begin to unfurl. Expect a vase life of 10-14 days.