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Aster

Asteraceae

Category: Flowers

Asters bloom heavily in fall with masses of small, starry flowers in purple, blue, magenta, pink, or white. Bees and butterflies will flock to your asters in fall, making it a staple in pollinator gardens. Unlike the shorter wildflower White Woodland Aster, many asters grow quite tall and are best suited to the back of the garden.

How to Grow Aster

Quick Info

Spacing
2 ft spacing
Depth
1 in
1 in
Sun
Part Sun to Full Sun
Water
1 in/week
Season
Perennial
Frost
Tolerant
Height
1-8 ft
Germination
4-8 weeks
Sprout to Harvest
1 years
Soil pH
Acidic - Slightly Acidic

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Varieties

Bonita Top Blue
Bonita Top Blue Features vibrant purple-blue flowers on strong stems, offering continuous summer blooms and exceptional cut flower quality.
China Blend
China Blend This midsummer bloomer showcases single-petaled flowers in red, pink, purple, and white, attracting pollinators and serving as a lasting cut flower.
Chinese
Chinese
Gala Mix
Gala Mix Produces large, fully double, multi-colored blooms with strong stems, perfect for long-lasting cut flower displays.
Jewelaster Rose
Jewelaster Rose A semi-dwarf aster producing vibrant bright pink blooms, ideal for cutting and arrangements.
King Size Apricot
King Size Apricot Tall, sturdy stems showcase elegant apricot blooms, making this an exceptional variety for cut flower arrangements.
Silver
Silver This easy-to-grow Aster features distinctive white and lavender-purple bi-colored blooms, excellent for long-lasting cut flowers.
Single Rainbow Mix
Single Rainbow Mix A vibrant, long-blooming annual with colorful daisy-like flowers that provide late-season garden interest and attract pollinators.
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Beneficial Critters

Growing from Seed

Asters are difficult to grow from seed, purchasing plants is recommended. To grow from seed, refrigerate seeds after sowing for 4-6 weeks.

Planting Considerations

Because of their size, ssters are best in the back of your garden. Leave plenty of room for asters as they can grow up to 3' (1 m) wide. Nursery plants can be planted through summer right up to first frost.

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