China Aster
Callistephuschinensis 'Giant Ray Primrose'

Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Callistephus (kal-LISS-steff-us)
Species: chinensis (chi-NEN-sis)
Cultivar: Giant Ray Primrose

Synonym:Aster chinensis

Synonym:Aster sinensis

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Herbaceous

Foliage Color

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color
Cream/Tan

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds