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China Aster 'Fireworks Mix'

Callistephus chinensis

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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Callistephus (kal-LISS-steff-us)
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Species
chinensis (chi-NEN-sis)
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Synonym
Aster chinensis
Aster sinensis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Pink
Lavender
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Midway, West Virginia

Menasha, Wisconsin

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bigcityal
Appleton, WI (Zone 5a) | June 2007 | positive

This plant grew well for me. Grew about as tall as it could without needing support. Bees and other insects seemed to like it.

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