China Aster 'Matsumoto Red Stripe'

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
Foliage
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Red
Bloom Time
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
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

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