Description
This Aster variety produces large & fully double flower blooms in lovely light apricot. It's a good cut flower, as the plant forms long stems & long vase life. Transplant (recommended) - Sow 1/8" deep into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling container, 6-8 weeks before last frost. Heat & reduced daylength initiate flowering. Establish plantings early to avoid short stems. Direct seed - After your last frost date & when soil temperature is 65-70oF (18-21oC). Provide support. Row cover or insect netting helps prevent the spread of Aster Yellows Virus by leafhoppers. Pinching not required. Season: Annual Vase Life: 7-10 days Harvest: Fresh: When outside ray florets begin to open. Place immediately in water. Dried: When blooms are fully open. Height: 28 inches Bloom Season: Early summer to fall Bloom Color: Pink Environment: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5 Deer Resistant: Yes House Plant: No Latin Name: Callistephus Paeony Multiple orders of a single item may be combined into 1 seed envelope unless otherwise instructed by buyer. Aster Paeony Apricot 125 Seeds, Duchess Peony Seeds
