China Aster 'Sherbet Orange'

Callistephuschinensis

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Callistephus (kal-LISS-steff-us)
Species
chinensis (chi-NEN-sis)
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
Coral/Apricot
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
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
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
Regional

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

Barbourville, Kentucky

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