Chinese Needle Aster Blue - Callistephus chinensis
- Naturally produced in the EU
- 99% germination rate
- Large package
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Description
A blue rarely found in the garden. The needle-leaved Chinese aster in blue is a rare sight – most asters are purples, pinks, and whites. This shade, combined with the dramatic, "needle-like" flower structure, makes it an absolute star of summer and autumn bouquets.
In brief
- Height: 60–80 cm
- Flowering: July – October
- Position: sunny
- Sowing under cover: March – April
- Direct sowing: April (seedbed)
- Difficulty: easy
- Net weight: 1 g
What makes this variety special
Needle-leaved Chinese asters stand out because their flower petals are very narrow, almost needle-like, giving them a striking, "spreading" appearance – like a firework frozen in full bloom. The blue variant has a deep, slightly violet shade that contrasts beautifully with white and yellow flowers in mixed compositions.
Step-by-step cultivation
Sowing (March – April): sow seeds in boxes or trays under cover or in April in a seedbed. Optimal germination temperature is 16–20°C.
Germination: seedlings appear after about 2 weeks. Prick out when they have 2–3 true leaves.
Planting (May): transplant seedlings to a permanent spot with spacing of 40 × 20 cm in beds or flower beds. Position – sunny, average soil, as long as it is well-drained.
Care: regular watering during dry periods, fertilize once per season. Asters do not need staking, but taller varieties in windy locations should be gently supported.
Usage
A classic for cut flowers – they stay fresh in a vase for 7–10 days. Ideal for flower beds, in groups or mixed borders with other aster varieties. The blue color beautifully complements pink, white, and yellow flowers – it’s worth buying several varieties and planting them next to each other.
Gardener's tip
Asters often suffer from fusarium wilt (wilting at the base of the stem). The best prevention: do not plant asters in the same place more often than every 3–4 years. If you have a small garden, change the location every year – this significantly reduces the risk of disease.
Specification
| Latin name | Callistephus chinensis |
|---|---|
| Color | Blue |
| Height | 60–80 cm |
| Position | Sunny |
| Seasonality | Annual plant |
| Sowing time under cover | March – April |
| Planting time | May |
| Flowering period | July – October |
| Spacing | 40 × 20 cm |
| Net weight | 1 g |
| Manufacturer | W. Legutko |
| EAN Code | 5903837059508 |
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