Collection: ๐ Aster (Callistephus chinensis) Seeds
A true classic in the cut flower garden, Asters are celebrated for their vibrant colours, full blooms, and long-lasting vase life. These lush, daisy-like flowers bring cheerful texture and bold colour to bouquets from late summer through fall โ just when many other blooms begin to fade.
Alexis Flower Farmโs Aster varieties are selected for their strong stems, large flower heads, and reliable bloom performance. Perfect for cut flower growers, floral designers, and garden enthusiasts, these annuals thrive in the field or garden bed, producing an abundance of market-ready stems.
Features:
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Long-lasting blooms with excellent vase life
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Vibrant color range from pastels to deep jewel tones
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Strong stems and large, uniform flowers
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Perfect for summer and fall cut flower production
Growing Information:
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Type: Annual
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Height: 24โ36 inches
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Sun: Full sun
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Germination: 7โ14 days at 65โ70ยฐF
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Spacing: 9โ12 inches apart
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Harvest: When flowers are fully open but before petals begin to drop
Design Tip:
Asters make a perfect transition flower from summer to autumn bouquets. Pair them with dahlias, zinnias, and rudbeckia for rich seasonal arrangements or use them to add texture and colour to mixed bouquets and wedding florals.