Aster China Pompon Dark Blue Seed

A striking annual bedding plant producing dense, rounded pompon blooms in rich dark blue shades.

 

Compact and free flowering, Pompon Asters are perfect for borders, beds, and cutting gardens, bringing bold colour and texture to summer displays. Their long stems and unique flower form make them excellent for arrangements, while their extended flowering season ensures months of vibrant impact.

 

Easy to grow and reliable, they are a favourite for gardeners seeking dramatic colour in a classic form.

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow

 

February to April indoors, or April to May outdoors in prepared seed beds

Germination

7 to 14 days at 18 to 22°C

Soil and Position

Moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Excellent for borders, beds, and cutting gardens

Height/Spread

40 to 60 cm tall × 25 to 35 cm spread

Flowering

July to October

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow indoors from February to April in trays of fine compost. Cover lightly and keep at 18 to 22°C until seedlings appear. Transplant when large enough to handle and grow on in cooler conditions. Harden off before planting out after the last frost. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors in prepared seed beds during spring.

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Pompon Asters thrive in sunny positions and well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells and feed occasionally for best performance. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering. Compact and free-flowering, they are low maintenance and provide months of colour.

 

Uses and Benefits

 

Dense pompon blooms in rich dark blue

Compact annual for borders, beds, and cutting gardens

Long flowering season from summer into autumn

Excellent for fresh arrangements

Attracts bees and pollinators

 

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