Callistephus chinensis
New in the Cottage Garden: Asters have moved in. And oh, what joy they have given me all summer long!
Perfect as cut flowers – they last incredibly long in a vase and grow beautifully straight.
Their large flowers darken in colour over time. Wonderful in beds and pots.
My tip: Change location every year. For even more lush flowers, fertilise during the first bloom.
Height: 40cm to 80cm (16" to 32")
Hardiness: Annual
Where: Full sun to partial shade
When: March to April inside, May straight outside.
Spacing: 30cm (12")
Harvesting/Flowering: July to October
Contents: approx. 60 seeds
Photos: Janina Laszlo
