{"product_id":"china-aster-seeds-colour-carpet-mix","title":"China Aster Seeds - Colour Carpet Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e60-90 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e. Colour Carpet China Aster Seeds. Non-GMO, ornamental, annual, open-pollinated flower. Colour Carpet China Aster flower garden seeds grow an adorable dwarfed aster plant ideal as an annual ground cover or as a low-growing bedding plant. The low, upright clumping habit is unique among asters and makes for a wonderful addition to containers, beds, and walkways. The fully double blooms are breathtaking when in full bloom from summer through fall. Approximately 1,200 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual in zones 3-9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-90\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.125 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy, dwarfed, upright clump with double blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e China Aster plants prefer loamy to chalky soil with variable pH levels. The soil must be moist but well-draining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-80F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e China Asters are susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot if poorly drained and unventilated. \u003cem\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e is susceptible to China Aster Yellows and China Aster Wilt. Watch out for leafhoppers and aphids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Carpet China Aster Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix of white, purple, red, and pink flowers atop vibrant greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer through Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy\/Hard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, direct Sow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, start Indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Stratification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, Containers, Bedding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat, Deer Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Non-GMO Colour Carpet China Aster Flower Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant seeds outdoors directly into the prepared garden soil. Do not plant outside until after the danger of frost has passed. Water in the seeds with a mister. Optionally, begin the seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before your last frost date. When the seedlings have two sets of true leaves, harden them off and then plant them outdoors 6-8 inches apart. For constant blooms all summer, deadhead frequently and plant batches of seeds successionally every two weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlooming can be expected in the first growing season, about 6-8 weeks after germination. Plant in a bright, sunny location with average richness in the soil. Colour Carpet is a showy variety and is just as popularly enjoyed indoors as it is out. If planting outside, be sure to plant on the garden’s south side to avoid overshadowing them. Protect the plants from any sign of frost. Colour Carpet China Asters have relatively shallow root systems and should not be permitted to dry out. Place a mulch layer at the plant's base to prevent evaporation and protect the roots. We recommend planting in a location with plenty of good circulation to prevent disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour Carpet China Aster in the Flower Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Colour Carpet China Asters will happily attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinating insects and birds to the area. China Aster plants readily find their place in all types of designs with their many colored blooms. They can easily blend into cottage, courtyard, indoor, and traditional garden styles. Use them as a tidy border, bedding filler, or containers in your flower garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Use of Colour Carpet China Aster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey make a wonderful choice for beds, patio containers, and borders. These cheerful little flowers are perfect for various landscaping uses but thrive where their shortness of height and bright, 4-inch blooms can be highlighted and utilized. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Colour Carpet China Aster Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCallistephus chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e, more commonly known as China Asters, is native to the temperate regions of both China and Korea. The China Aster is known to have been grown in Chinese culture for more than 2,000 years, while it was recently introduced to Europe just 200 years ago. The genus name of \u003cem\u003eCallistephus\u003c\/em\u003e is derived from Greek words \u003cem\u003ekalli\u003c\/em\u003e (\"beautiful\") and \u003cem\u003estephos\u003c\/em\u003e (\"crown\"), and the common word \u003cem\u003easter\u003c\/em\u003e is the Latin word for \"star.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour Carpet China Aster can also be known as China Aster, Aster Chinensis, China Aster Pompon, or China Aster Paeony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChina Aster plants are non–toxic and not poisonous to both humans and animals. Individual sensitivities and allergies can be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"In my opinion, these aster blooms look like mini dahlias! I love how they complement other bedding plants around them. They are supremely beautiful without completely stealing the show.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Lara-Wadsworth.jpg?v=1656702669\" alt=\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;td style=\" width:\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eColour Carpet China Aster Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 19,200 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":49377802191085,"sku":"83401","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/1770763676_aster_chinese_color_carpet_comp.jpg?v=1771023430","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/china-aster-seeds-colour-carpet-mix","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}