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Callistephus chinensis 'Matsumoto Apricot' (Chinese aster)

Callistephus chinensis 'Matsumoto Apricot' (Chinese aster)

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Chinese asters are back with a vengeance. Where previously they were seen as bitchy, you now have varieties that are midway between dahlias and zinnias. This smaller flower in the Matsumoto series has a soft apricot color and is the perfect addition in your picking garden.

Name
Callistephus chinensis '
Matsumoto Apricot' (Chinese aster)
Type Annual
Contents 0.50 grams / approx. 200 seeds

Color Apricot
Height 75 cm
Location Full sun
Suitable for pot or balcony Yes
Toxic No
Dryflower No

Pre-seeding February - April

Direct sowing April - May  
Flowering time June - October


Indoor pre-seeding
Sow in a seed tray with moist seedling soil mixed with 1/3rd part vermiculite. Cover seeds with a thin layer of soil or vermiculite. Set in a cool place between 16 - 18 degrees until seeds germinate. Transplant seedlings to P9 pots as soon as they are large enough. Harden off and transplant from mid-May with 30 cm spacing.

Direct seeding
Sow directly into the ground from April in a well-loosened seedbed. Sow in rows 30 cm apart. Thin out if necessary after germination. Chinese asters like to grow in rich soil in full sun. Do not allow to dry out. Sensitive to mildew. Remove excess leaves to allow plants to dry out better. Note: Do not put asters in the same spot every year to avoid potato blight.

Which is what?

The terms may be new to you, here's what they all mean:

Annual- plants that bloom one summer and then die
Biennial- plants that you sow one year, and bloom the next year (and then die)
Perennial- plants that bloom several summers
Perennial- plants that survive frost and last for years

How many hours of sunshine?

Annuals plants almost without exception grow only in full sun. That means that you preferably need more than 8 hours of summer sun in the place where you want to grow them, for example from 10 - 18 hours. 6 - 7 hours will also go a long way, but the plants will grow just a little slower.

What soil?

Unless otherwise specified, annuals want nutrient-rich soil with extra compost in the spring. Read more about it in the Seed Guide.

Seediguide

Never seeded before? We'll get you started with a Sowing Guide explaining the basics and supplies.

Storing seeds

On the package of your seeds you will find the shelf life. You can use them until the date you see on it. An opened package is best stored in an airtight box in a cool and dark place, such as a closet in the hallway. Not sure if the germination is still good? Then it's best to buy a new pack. We deliberately choose small amounts of seeds in the packs so you don't have to waste seeds. Do you have any questions about this? Call 033 - 202 43 38 or email to [email protected], and we will help you further.

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