Growing Non-GMO Crego Giant Mixture Aster Flower Seeds

Plant 3-4 seeds outdoors directly into the prepared garden soil according to the spacing suggested. Do not plant outside until after the last frost date. Water in the seeds with a mister. Optionally, begin the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the frost date. When the seedlings have at least two true leaves, harden off and then transplant outdoors according to the spacing guidelines provided. For continuous blooms all summer, deadhead regularly and plant successionally every 2 weeks. Crego Giant Mixture Aster is not tolerant to drought and requires consistently moist soils.

Blooming can be expected in the first growing season, about 6-8 weeks after germination. Plant in a sunny location with moderate richness in the soil. Crego Giant Mixture is a showy variety and is just as popularly grown as a houseplant as it is in the garden. If planting outside, be sure to plant on the south end of the garden to avoid having them be overshadowed. Crego Giant Mixture Asters have shallow roots and should never be allowed to dry out. Put a layer of mulch at the base to protect the roots. Provide plenty of good circulation to prevent disease.

Crego Giant Mixture Aster in the Flower Garden

These Crego Giant Mixture Asters will happily attract butterflies, bees, and more insects to pollinate your garden. Aster plants readily find their residence in all types of gardens with their many colored blooms. They can effortlessly integrate into cottage, courtyard, indoor, and traditional garden styles. Use them as a showy border for your flower garden.

Landscape Use of Crego Giant Mixture Aster

They make a wonderful choice for beds, patio containers, and borders. These cheerful flowers are perfect for various landscaping uses but thrive where their height and bright, 3-5 inch blooms can be highlighted and utilized.

About Crego Giant Mixture Aster Garden Seeds

These China Asters are perfect for cut flower production. Their 3-4” colorful blooms and up to 3-foot-long stems are ideal as a focal point in bouquets, centerpieces, and other arrangements. Cut the stems with sharp scissors or a knife and store them in cool water. Do not overlook their equal excellence as potted gifts.

Callistephus chinensis, more commonly known as Asters, are native to the temperate regions of China and Korea. The Aster is known to have been cultivated in Chinese culture for more than two millennia, while it was only introduced to Europe in the 18th Century. The genus name of Callistephus is derived from Greek words kalli ("beautiful") and stephos ("crown"), and the common word Aster is the Latin word for "star."

Crego Giant Mixture Aster can also be known as China Aster, Aster Chinensis, Aster Pompon, Aster Paeony, or Dwarf Asters.

Aster plants are non–toxic to both humans and animals. However, they are also not considered edible.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Asters are so classic; they have tons of uses and applications. But, the Crego Giant takes it up a notch with their unique petals and tall height."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Crego Giant Mixture Aster Seeds Per Package:

1.5 g - Package

1 oz - Wholesale

4 oz - Bulk Seeds

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