{"product_id":"chinese-aster-seeds-colorful-annual-flowers","title":"Chinese Aster Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"product__text subtitle\"\u003eHollyhock is an old time favorite for many gardeners. Hollyhock is very colorful with bridght double blossoms which contrast nicely with the light green foliage.  It will bloom from early to midsummer reaching a height of 5 to 7 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide and grows best in full sun.🌼 Flower Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text subtitle\"\u003eNOTE : The current promotional discount for this product will end on July 30, 2025. After this date, the website will be updated with new offers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h4 accordion__title\"\u003eFlower Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Annual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 - 8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12 - 24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHouse Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Callistephus chinensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"h4 accordion__title\"\u003ePlanting Directions󠀿󠀿\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 68F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Germ Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 - 10 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/4 inch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 - 5 seeds per plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep moist until germination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10 - 14 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis plant forms beautiful, yet delicate clusters of purple, lavender and light pink flowers. An unusual wildflower that is sure to turn heads and spur conversation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/1501\/3958\/files\/f69a6f61ac41a5955f5913abc88afc0f_480x480.webp?v=1726557666\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen to Plant Aster Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant outdoors after the last frost of the season or as the first frost begins in the Fall. Planting in the fall allows for New England Aster to begin to flower in time for Spring. If planting in Spring or Summer,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecold moist stratification\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere to Plant Aster Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in moist, nutrient dense, well draining soils that are exposed to full sun (6-8 hours of sun per day). Asters will tolerate subpar soil conditions as long as they stay moist and receive adequate sunlight. Areas with good air circulation are preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Plant Aster Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile not required, New England Aster seeds can benefit from a special 8 week treatment called cold moist stratification prior to planting them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpread seeds across the surface of moist soil; sunlight is not required for seeds to germinate, but seeds will struggle to germinate if buried too deeply due to their small size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Care for Asters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew England Asters require a medium level of maintenance. They will struggle in poorly draining soils, especially clay. Aster wilt or root rot may become an issue if soils are not allowed to drain adequately. As the plant grows taller it can either be staked to prevent it from falling or cut to the ground. Trimming New England Asters will allow the plant to become tidier, bushier, and more full, but this may delay flower blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Gardening","offers":[{"title":"1000 Seeds","offer_id":44954326106198,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3000 Seeds","offer_id":44954326138966,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/6274\/4150\/files\/2_1_1d527c2f-8665-4806-87f5-6e2fcbf8e3be.jpg?v=1781522691","url":"https:\/\/ecogreenseed.com\/products\/chinese-aster-seeds-colorful-annual-flowers","provider":"ecogreenseed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}