China Aster - Giant of California Seeds

60-90 Days. Open pollinated. Huge 3-4" blooms in all shades of purple, pink, and white with frilly, pom pom like flowers on hardy 32" branching plants. Excellent cut flowers that bloom late Summer until frost. Direct sown in Spring once temperatures are above 50 degrees is preferred or can be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting out. Prefers full sun to part shade, average moisture, and fertile soil. Regular fertilizing recommended. Deer resistant.  Zones 3-9. callistephus chinensis

• Annual
• Easy to grow
• Excellent cut flower
• Sow 1/8" deep
• Space 6-8"
• Germinates in 7-14 days
• 50 seeds