New England Aster (Aster Novae Angliae) - New England Aster seeds will grow in all regions of North America in full sun. Purple Asters are so lovely, and one of the more easily identifiable features of the New England Aster is the large number of purple petals, which should be forty or more. Some wild flower specialists believe there could be more then 100. Another feature is the hairy stems and leaves that exist on most Aster plants. Truly, New England Aster is one of the most beautiful wildflowers there is, and they are so easily established by sowing wild flower seeds!

Aster seed | new england

How to grow

How To Grow New England Aster From Seed: New England Aster does best when planted in the fall for spring growth or has a cold stratification for 60 days before being planted in the spring.

When sowing outdoors, surface sow the seeds in a full sun area and very lightly cover with topsoil. Seeds must be kept moist, but not wet, until germination occurs in 21 – 45 days. Once established, the wild flowers are one of the most hardy plants, and they will spread well.

• Sowing Rate: 1/2 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 1 pound per acre or 3 - 4 seeds per plant
• Average Germ Time: 21 - 45 days
• Keep moist until germination
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Depth: Surface sow and lightly cover

Flower Specifications

New England Aster likes moisture and soil that is not heavily acidic, but it grows well in meadows and will adapt to a variety of soil conditions in full sun areas. These Aster seeds are very tiny, and the plants make a small amount of growth in the first year.

• Height: 36 - 48 inches
• USDA Zones: 3 - 9
• Season: Perennial
• Deer Resistant: Yes

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess White) - No garden can have enough of these tall, double white Asters! By growing Aster seeds, you can have as many plants as your landscape can hold for a marvelous display of color! Aster Callistephus blooms don't have to stay outside because they are perfect for cutting and have long sturdy stems and a long vase-life. This Aster Duchess is chrysanthemum-like with very large, double incurved flowers. Chrysanthemums don't come until autumn, but Aster flowers arrive weeks earlier and will bloom until the first frost.

Start the Aster seeds in the spring, 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost. Press the flower seeds into the soil and lightly cover. Transplant outside once frost danger has passed and temperatures are consistently warm.

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Dark Blue) - Your neighbors will admire these stunning Asters. If you're growing them from Aster seeds, be sure to grow a few more for your neighbors! These Paeony Duchess Asters have very large, double incurved petals and are somewhat similar to a fall chrysanthemum. A truly unique flower that is a must have for any flower garden.

Aster seed | dark blue

How to grow

How To Grow Aster Paeony From Seed: Annuals grow quickly from flower seeds. Start the Aster seeds indoors in the early spring by pressing the flower seeds into the soil and lightly covering them. Keep the Aster seeds moist.

Transplant the Aster plants outdoors after hardening them off for 10 - 14 days. Transplant in well-cultivated, fertile, moist soil in full sun or partial shade.

• Sowing Rate: 3 - 5 seeds per plant
• Average Germ Time: 7 - 21 days
• Keep moist until germination
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Depth: Cover thinly with topsoil after sowing

Flower Specifications

Aster Paeony Dark Blue does best in full sun to partial shade areas. These Asters have 5 - 8 floral stems and bloom from early summer to fall.

• Height: 28 inches
• USDA Zones: 3 - 9
• Season: Annual
• Deer Resistant: Yes

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Mix) - You cannot go wrong with this incredible mix of colors! This Aster seed mix offers colors of yellow, scarlet, apricot, dark blue and more. Duchess Asters have huge, double blooms with incurved petals that grow on tall, upright plants with 5 to 8 floral stems. Aster Callistephus is an excellent cutting flower and has a long vase-life. Their flowers are similar to autumn chrysanthemums, but they bloom so much earlier in the season.

Asters grow quickly and bloom heavily. Start the Aster seeds in the spring 6 to 8 weeks before the end of frost season. The flower seeds are small, so press them into the soil gently and lightly cover them. Harden the Aster plants off for 10 to 14 days before transplanting outdoors in a sunny to part sun position.

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Scarlet) - Grow these Aster seeds and you will not be disappointed! Such beauty and incredible color from these Paeony Duchess Asters with their incurved flowers. Nothing is more stunning in the flower bed than scarlet red blooms! This Aster Callistephus resembles a chrysanthemum with the huge flowers on upright plants. Aster plants are a wonderful addition to any sunny garden or flower border.

Sow these Aster flower seeds in well-drained soil and thinly cover. Keep the flower seed moist until germination occurs. Aster flowers prefer well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches

Asters are annuals that grow quickly from flower seeds. Start the Aster seeds indoors in the early spring. Press the flower seed in the soil and lightly cover. Harden the Aster plants off for 10 - 14 days before transplanting outdoors. Aster plants prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Pink) - Starting Aster seeds is a fun and rewarding way to bring this lovely tall pink Aster into your landscape. Aster Callistephus has chrysanthemum-like flowers that are very large and double with incurved petals to give maximum color display. They blooms form on sturdy plants with an upright growth habit with 5 - 8 floral stems. The long stems make this Aster flower exceptional for cutting, and the bloom has a long vase-life. Aster Callistephus is a welcomed addition to the cutting garden!

Plan on starting the Aster seeds in spring 6 - 8 weeks before the end of frost season. Transplant outdoors once frost danger has passed. Position Aster plants in full sun to partial shade, and make sure that they are in soil that is moist but drains well. Asters will bloom until the first frost.

Beautiful Annual

How To Grow

These annuals are quick to establish. To get a jump on the growing season, start them indoors a few weeks before the end of frost season. Sow 3-5 seeds per plant into a potting mix, and cover thinly with topsoil. Keep seeds slightly moist until germination, which will occur in 7-21 days. Once temperatures have warmed, established seedlings can be transplanted directly outdoors. Space plants 18 inches apart, and grow in an area of full sun or partial shade. These asters will perform the best in areas with deep and rich soil.

• Environment: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.0-6.5
• Sowing rate: 3-5 seeds per plant

Plant Specifications

Gremlin yellow aster is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 9. This plant produces large, double blooms that are very effective at attracting a variety of pollinators to the garden, including bees and butterflies.

• Bloom color: yellow
• Bloom season: mid summer to fall
• Height: 30 inches