Aster Mix Seeds – Colorful Flowering Variety | High Germination for Home Gardening
Aster Mix Seeds – Colorful Flowering Variety | High Germination for Home Gardening
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Product Details
Germination Time: 10-15 days
Sunlight Requirement: 5-7 hours per day, full sun to partial shade
Ideal Climate for Sowing: Cool to warm season crop; best sown in winter and early spring
Plant Height: 1-2 feet
Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 3-4 weeks
Life Span: Annual flowering plant
Ideal Growing Temperature: 18-28°C
Blooming Time: 60-75 days after sowing
Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 10x10 grow bag, 12x12 grow bag, garden beds
Specifications of Aster Seeds
Aster is a popular annual flowering plant known for its dense, daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, purple, red, and white, often with a distinctive layered petal structure. Widely grown in Indian gardens for both ornamental display and use in floral offerings, it produces abundant, long-lasting flowers that work well in beds, borders, and as cut flowers.
Benefits / Uses
Dense, colorful blooms add vibrant variety to gardens and borders
Popular choice for floral arrangements and traditional offerings
Attracts bees and butterflies to the garden
Long blooming period, providing continuous color through the cool season
Well-suited to beds, borders, and containers
Planting and Care for Aster
Sowing: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-drained soil or grow bags. Keep soil consistently moist during germination.
Growing: Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Provide full sun to partial shade, especially in warmer regions, to protect blooms from heat stress. Space plants adequately for good air circulation.
Blooming: Flowers typically appear 60-75 days after sowing. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continued flowering through the cool season.
Precautions While Growing Aster
Use well-drained soil to prevent waterlogging and root rot
Space plants adequately to reduce fungal issues in humid conditions
Watch for aphids and powdery mildew; use organic pest control methods where needed
Provide afternoon shade in warmer regions to prolong blooming
Other Names
Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis
Common Name: China Aster
Grow Suggestions
Recommended Grow Bag Size
HDPE 260 GSM Grow Bag - Perfect 6x6 Inch Solution for Urban Herb Gardening ✓ In StockDelivery: Free delivery on orders above Rs. 499. All orders are prepaid, so you pay securely online at checkout.
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Are Vanashree seeds suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our seeds are beginner-friendly and ideal for balcony, terrace, and home gardening.
How do I sow these seeds?
Use loose, well-draining soil, sow at the depth recommended for the crop, water gently and keep the pot in suitable light. See the description for details on this product.
Are these seeds suitable for Indian climate conditions?
Our seeds are selected for home gardens across many Indian climates. Check the sowing season listed on this page for the best time to plant.
How should I store seeds before planting?
Store seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep the packet sealed after opening.
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