Aster (seeds) Tall Paeony Duchess Dark Blue
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Aster Paeony Duchess Dark Blue Callistephus Chinensis grows up to 28 inches tall and produces from 5 to 8 long, strong floral stems that are topped by giant, peony-like, double, purple-blue flowers with incurved petals. Packet of 25 seeds.
Other names for China Aster
Callistephus chinensis lacinians, China aster, annual aster, Callistemma chinensis, Aster chinensis, Brachyactis chinensis, Amellus speciosus, Asteriscodes Aster regalis, Diplopappus chinensis, Callistephus hortensisHow to grow Aster from seeds
Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow seed directly in the garden after the last frost. Cover slightly with the soil and do not allow the soil to dry out. Aster appreciates good air circulation. Easily grown in rich, consistently moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade.Aster care tips
For successive blooming, you can sow seeds directly in soil every two weeks, depending upon the length of your growing season. Do not overcrowd. Weed around plants to prevent competition.
