Aster China Colour Carpet Pink Seeds

A compact and cheerful annual grown for its bright carpet forming display of colourful daisy like blooms.

 

China Aster Colour Carpet forms low branching plants covered in masses of single and semi double flowers that attract bees and friendly pollinators.

 

The lively mix of pink purple red white and soft pastel shades creates a vibrant summer sweep of colour in borders beds edging and containers while the neat foliage keeps plants tidy and full.

 

This reliable annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil producing long lasting flowers ideal for bright seasonal displays.

 

Perfect for pollinator gardens mixed borders edging and container planting

 

Seed Qty Approx: 0.5 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: 20 to 30 cm tall 25 to 35 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 25 to 35 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 keep plants compact

 

Uses and Benefits

Bright carpet forming colour for borders and beds

Highly attractive to bees and pollinators

Compact and easy to grow

Excellent for edging and containers

Perfect for wildlife friendly and cottage garden schemes

 

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