Valkyrie Mix Aster

A must-have for any flower cutting garden! An abundance of slim string-like petals burst from the center of each flower creating a pillowy plume of color. Large flowers can reach 5 ½” across and are supported on long stems, making this an extraordinary cut flower. This is the first time we have grown this type of aster and fell in love instantly. Treat yourself with late summer bouquets, you will not be disappointed. An easy to grow flower! Also known as Needle or Chinese Aster. 50 seeds     PLANTING Callistephus chinensis Annual Germination: 10-14 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-75ºF Seed Planting Depth: Sow ⅛” deep Starting Indoors:  Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75ºF soil temperatures until germination. Transplant after the last frost, 12-18” apart Sowing Outdoors: After the last frost, only in areas with long growing seasons Growth Habit: Upright, may need support Height and Width: 24-32” x 12-15"  Spacing: 10-12" apart Light Needs: Full sun  Soil Needs: Fertile, well-drained  Approximate days to flower from seed: 110-120 days Uses: Flower beds, shade gardens, containers, cut flowers Care: Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting. Harvest flowers when they are halfway open. Vase life is 7-10 days. Remove faded flowers to encourage more blooms