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Aster chinensis Florette Champagne
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Aster chinensis Florette Champagne
Half-hardy Annual
- Flowers: Late Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 24 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Cut Flower
Description
A superb aster which makes a tine display in the border and is wonderful for cutting. The extra double large quilled flowers of soft creamy pink are borne on thick, strong stems. Robust in growth and free flowering. Height 50-60cm (20-24in). Flowers summer.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | March to April. |
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Germinate at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Do not cover seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler, well lit conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm(12in) apart.