Aster

Botanical Name  Callistephus chinensis

Height  60-75cm

Width  20cm

Spacing  25-30cm

Position  Sunny to semi-shade

Planting Time   Spring-Summer

Flowering in  10-12 weeks

Available Seasons  Spring-summer

Annual. Bright colourful chrysanthemum-like flowers available in double, semi-double and single flowers with hairy serrated leaves. Dwarf types are ideal for edge bedding. Taller varieties make great cut flowers and should be protected from strong winds if planted in the garden, staking may also be required. Plant Asters in a different spot each year to reduce the risk of disease. Frost tender.