China Aster ‘Hulk’ Seeds

Description

Callistephus chinensisChina Aster ‘Hulk’

Type: Annual, hardy, branching
Bloom: Late August to frost
Flower: Large 3″ pale green bracts surround a 2″ white disk with yellow center
Height: 24″ tall x 10-18″ wide
Light: Sun to part shade
Soil: Sandy, loam, evenly moist, well drained
P.H.: 5.5-7.0
Moisture: Moderate. Don’t let soil dry out but don’t over water
Use: Beds, border, container, cut flower
Notes: Grow in part shade for best color. Long lasting cut flower
Native to China

Callistephus chinensis ‘Hulk’ Seed Propagation
Indoors: January to May sow 3-5 seeds per plug or final pots, covering lightly with vermiculite. Maintain 68-70F Germination 10-12 days. Transplant after 3-4 weeks. Grow on at 58-68F. Harden off before plant out May
Outdoors: Direct surface sow April to early May after danger of frosts pass