China Aster, Aster Chinensis, Aster Pompon, Aster Paeony
Very showy, China Aster (Callistephus chinensis) is a beautiful annual and one of the most rewarding summer flowers with its brilliant colors and profuse blooms over a long season extending from early summer to fall. Grow these pretty blossoms in beds or containers on your deck or patio, and enjoy them inside in fresh bouquets!
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Hardiness |
2 - 11 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Compositae |
Common names | China Aster |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing |
12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
Hardiness |
2 - 11 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Annuals |
Plant Family | Compositae |
Common names | China Aster |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing |
12" - 18" (30cm - 50cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Cutting Garden, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
How many Callistephus chinensis (China Aster) do I need for my garden?
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