China Aster 'Benary's Princess Formula Mix'

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
Full Sun
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Pale Pink
Pink
Rose/Mauve
Red
Bright Yellow
Lavender
Medium Purple
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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