Light peachy-apricot flowers arrive in semidouble to double forms. Semidouble flowers show off the warm yellow centers, and the doubles overflow with so many petals that the centers are hidden, but the yellow flows up and into the middle petals, giving a two-tone appearance. King Sized Apricot Asters are breathtaking in flower arrangements, making a fabulous addition to a cutting garden. Grows to 34-40.

20 seeds

PLANTING

Callistephus chinensis

Annual

Germination:10-14 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow deep

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperatures until germination. Transplant after the last frost, 12-18 apart

Sowing Outdoors:After the last frost, only in areas with long growing seasons

Growth Habit:Upright, may need support

Height and Width:34-40 x 12-15″

Spacing:10-12″ apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Fertile, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:110-120 days

Uses:Flower beds, containers, cut flowers, attracts pollinators and beneficials

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting.Harvest flowers when they are halfway open. Vase life is 7-10 days.Remove faded flowers to encourage more blooms