Aster China American Branching Seeds

A tall and free flowering annual grown for its large fully double blooms and strong branching habit ideal for cutting.

 

China Aster American Branching forms vigorous upright plants with multiple long stems each topped with a full chrysanthemum style flower that attracts bees and friendly pollinators.

 

The bold mix of pink purple red and white blooms creates a striking display in borders beds and cutting gardens while the strong stems make it a favourite for floral arrangements.

 

This reliable annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil producing long lasting flowers throughout late summer.

 

Perfect for pollinator gardens mixed borders and professional quality cut flowers

 

Seed Qty Approx: 0.4 grams

 

Sow: February to April indoors or direct outdoors from May

Germination: 10 to 21 days at 18 to 22°C

Soil and Position: Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height Spread: 60 to 80 cm tall 30 to 40 cm spread

Flowering: July to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly in trays of moist well drained compost Lightly cover with fine soil and maintain temperatures of 18 to 22°C until germination Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle spacing 30 to 40 cm apart Harden off indoor seedlings and plant out after the last frost

Alternatively sow directly into prepared soil in late spring

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during establishment then moderately once plants are growing strongly Asters thrive in sunny well drained positions Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and provide light support in exposed areas to keep stems upright

 

Uses and Benefits

Large double blooms for bold summer colour

Highly attractive to bees and pollinators

Excellent for cutting and floral arrangements

Strong branching habit for generous flowering

Perfect for borders beds and cutting patches