Aster chinensis Hulk
Half Hardy Annual
- Flowers: Late Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 36 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Border, Cut Flower
Description
A unique Aster with attractive petal-less green 'flowers' with white and yellow centres.
These well branched, free-flowering giants are sure to add height and interest to borders, as well as making an intriguing and long lasting cut flower.
Height 90cm (3 feet).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | March to April. |
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Sow seeds in pots or trays of moist seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite.
Place in a propagator or warm place, and keep at a temperature of between 20-25C (68-77F).
After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination.
Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually take 7-21 days.
Growing Instructions
When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays.
Aftercare Instructions
Gradually acclimatise young plants to outdoor conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 23-30cm (9-12in) apart.
For best results, provide a light, well-drained soil in full sun.
