Description
Huge Frilly double blooms on tall plants. Long stems make this variety a great cut flower. DAYS TO GERMINATION: 10-14 days at 70-72oF (21-22oC) SOWING: Transplant (recommended) - Sow 1/8" deep into 72-cell flats, or preferred seedling container, 6-8 weeks before planting out. Heat & reduced daylength initiate flowering. Establish plantings early to avoid short stems. Direct seed - Once 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. LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun. PLANT HEIGHT: Varies depending on variety. PLANT SPACING: 6-12". HARDINESS ZONES: Annual. VASE LIFE: 7-10 days. HARVEST: Fresh: Outside ray florets begin to open. Place immediately in water. Dried: When blooms are fully open. SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Fertile, well-drained soil. pH: 5.5-7.5 preferred. USES: Cut flowers, borders. SCIENTIFIC NAME: Callistephus chinensis Multiple orders of a single item may be combined into 1 seed envelope unless otherwise instructed by buyer. Multiple orders of a single item may be combined into 1 seed envelope unless otherwise instructed by buyer. 20 Aster Macaroon White Seeds
