Aster Kralen Mix Seeds

A compact flowering aster with dense rounded blooms that bring rich colour and texture to borders containers and summer bedding displays.

 

China Aster Kralen is a carefully selected variety that produces neat mounds of full bead like flowers held above fresh green foliage. The blooms have a layered cushion style form that gives them a distinctive appearance adding vibrant structure and colour to mixed plantings.

 

Their rounded shape and bright tones make them perfect for edging bedding schemes and patio containers where a reliable splash of summer colour is needed

This variety is chosen for its compact branching habit and steady flowering throughout the warmer months. Plants remain tidy and uniform creating a smooth carpet of colour that blends beautifully with whites pinks and soft pastels. The blooms are long lasting and attract butterflies and other beneficial insects bringing gentle movement and life to the garden.

 

Aster Kralen thrives in full sun and fertile free draining soil performing well in both borders and pots. Its compact habit ensures it fits comfortably into smaller spaces without becoming leggy or sprawling. The steady flowering and rounded bloom form make it an excellent choice for cottage gardens bedding displays and coordinated colour schemes.

 

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

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow February to April indoors

Germination 7 to 11 days at 18 to 22°C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 25 to 35 cm tall 25 to 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 compact and rarely need support. Protect young plants from slugs and snails

 

Uses and Benefits

Rounded bead like blooms for bright summer colour

Compact plants ideal for borders and containers

Long flowering bedding variety

Attractive to butterflies and beneficial insects

Perfect for edging patio pots and coordinated colour schemes

 

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