Aster Seeds - Aster Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Apricot Flower Seed

Aster Seeds - Paeony Apricot

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Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Apricot) - What a rewarding experience to grow these spectacular annuals from Aster seeds! These Paeony Duchess Asters are breathtaking, and this soft apricot colored flower is the perfect addition to the cutting garden. These Aster flowers are very large with double incurved petals.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Apricot) - What a rewarding experience to grow these spectacular annuals from Aster seeds! These Paeony Duchess Asters are breathtaking, and this soft apricot colored flower is the perfect addition to the cutting garden. These Aster flowers are very large with double incurved petals. They resemble chrysanthemums that bloom in the fall, but Asters bloom many weeks before. The Aster plants have an upright growth habit and have 5 to 8 floral stems. This variety makes exceptional cut flowers with long stems and showy blooms that have a long vase-life.

Aster Callistephus seeds can be started indoor in the early spring. The flower seeds should be pressed into the soil and lightly covered. Maintain moisture so that the Aster seeds will not dry out. Harden off the Aster plants for 10 - 14 days before planting out once temperatures are consistently warm. This annuals like a position in full sun to partial shade.

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

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Flower Specifications

SEEDS PER POUND

1,029,655

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

36 - 48 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Purple

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5-6.0

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Aster Novae Angliae

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!

Disease resistant flower

New England Aster is fairly disease resistant and also insect, and deer resistant! Perfect for planting at the front of a meadow or a in flower garden.

new england aster flowers

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
aster seeds new england

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

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 45 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Sow seed on surface, lightly cover

SOWING RATE

1/2 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 1 pound per acre or 3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

24 inches

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Dark blue

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony

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.

Cutting garden flower

This dark blue Aster flower is stunning both in the garden and in the vase. Aster Callistephus has an upright growth habit and the stems are long and strong making it an excellent addition to the cutting garden.

aster dark blue flowers

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
aster paeony seeds blue

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

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

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PLANTING DIRECTIONS
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony

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.

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

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PLANTING DIRECTIONS
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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Scarlet

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony


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.

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

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PLANTING DIRECTIONS
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Coral-rose

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony

Aster (Callistephus Tall Paeony Duchess Coral-rose) - Who wouldn't want this delicate color, coral-rose, gracing their flower borders all summer? Start these Aster seeds to have your own display of coral-rose Paeony Duchess Asters. This variety as a resemblance to chrysanthemums which are usually seen in the fall. Aster Callistephus blooms earlier than chrysanthemums but has huge, double incurved flowers for lots of magnificent color. The Aster plants have an upright growth habit, and can reach 28 inches in height with 5 - 8 floral stems. Asters are a must-have for the cutting garden!

 

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.

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

ABOUT
PLANTING DIRECTIONS
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony

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.

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

ABOUT
PLANTING DIRECTIONS
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 9

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer to fall

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, rich, deep, light soil, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

LATIN NAME

Callistephus Paeony

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.

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seed with topsoil thinly after sowing

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

Videos

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