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Aster chinensis Starlight Mixed
1 packet (150 seeds) @ $2.45
Catalog Code: 4499
Aster chinensis Starlight Mixed
Half Hardy Annual
- Flowers: Late Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Height: 8 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Border, Containers, Patio
Description
One of the best dwarf Asters! Intriguing spider-like flowers smother compact basal branched plants in attractive shades of blue, purple, scarlet and rose.
Early to flower, adding a colourful display to borders or patio containers over a long flowering period.
Height 20cm (8in).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | February to April. |
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Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost.
Cover the seed with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite.
Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and place at a temperature of 20-25C (68-77F) until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days.
Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots.
Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 15-20cm (6-8in) apart.
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