Callistephus, China Aster 'Lilliput Blue Moon'

Aster with deep violet pompom blooms edged in pinky-violet. Uniform and free flowering.

Sowing Instructions

...Read More Sowing time: March to April.

Sow at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Do not cover seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days.

Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or
7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler, well lit conditions for
10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm
(12in) apart.

I was disappointed in this plant. It's pretty but does not come close to the description or the picture of it. The color or bloom size a...Read Morere not like on the seed package. It does stand out in the flower beds right now and the butterflies really seem to like it.