Aster China Princess White Seeds

A tall flowering aster with large pure white blooms that bring clean bright colour and elegant texture to borders containers and summer cutting displays.

 

Aster China Princess White is a beautifully bred selection that produces strong upright stems topped with full layered white flowers. Each bloom has a soft rounded form that gives it a classic refined appearance adding a fresh luminous tone to mixed plantings. The generous flower size and pure colour make it ideal for bouquets borders and feature planting where a crisp white highlight is needed.

 

This variety is selected for branching growth and steady flowering throughout the summer months. Plants remain upright and uniform creating a graceful vertical presence that blends effortlessly with pinks blues and soft pastels.

 

The blooms are long lasting and attract butterflies and other beneficial insects bringing gentle movement and life to the garden.

 

Aster Princess thrives in full sun and fertile free draining soil performing well in both borders and cutting rows. Its tall habit ensures it stands proudly without becoming floppy when grown in good light and spacing. The reliable flowering and clean white tones make it an excellent choice for cottage gardens coordinated colour schemes and summer arrangements.

 

Easy to grow and dependable this variety provides a long season of colour from early summer until the first frosts. Its bright white palette and elegant growth make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy classic blooms and reliable summer performers.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams

 

Sow February to April indoors

Germination 7 to 11 days at 18°C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread Around 60 cm tall 30 cm spread

Flowering June to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist free draining compost and press gently into place without covering as aster seeds benefit from light exposure during germination. Maintain gentle warmth and keep the compost evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant young plants into individual pots when large enough to handle. Harden off gradually and plant out after the last frost

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells and feed lightly to support continuous flowering. Remove spent blooms to keep plants tidy and encourage fresh flowers. Provide a sunny sheltered position for the best colour and growth. Plants remain upright and rarely need support when spaced correctly. Protect young plants from slugs and snails

 

Uses and Benefits

Pure white blooms for clean summer colour

Tall branching plants ideal for borders and cutting

Long flowering variety for bouquets and displays

Attractive to butterflies and beneficial insects

Perfect for cottage gardens coordinated schemes and elegant summer planting

 

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