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China Aster 'Giant Princess Mix'

Callistephuschinensis

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Callistephus (kal-LISS-steff-us)
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Species
chinensis (chi-NEN-sis)
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Synonym
Aster chinensis
Aster sinensis
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Smooth
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pink
Red
Coral/Apricot
Light Blue
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Sioux City, Iowa

Greene, New York

Warren, Pennsylvania

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BDale60
Warren, PA (Zone 5a) | August 2006 | positive

One of the best cut flowers we have raised because of the vibrant colors, long stems, and long vase life. Here in Zone 5a we start indoor...Read More

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