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China Aster 'Irresistible Mix'

Callistephuschinensis

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Callistephus (kal-LISS-steff-us)
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Species
chinensis (chi-NEN-sis)
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Synonym
Aster chinensis
Aster sinensis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
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Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Seed Collecting

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Irresistible Mix
(Callistephus chinensis)
These soft pastel blooms are early, tall and disease resistant. Fully double, ...Read More

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