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Aster Matsumoto Apricot

$5.95
$5.95
$5.95
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Callistephus chinensis

Each plant is vigorous and laden with dozens of soft, matte pink flowers with golden centers that are perfect for bouquets and wedding floral design. We grow large quantities of these each year for their yield, vase life, and bouquet-filling appeal. They are definitely one of our favorites.

* Seeds are coated with a fungicide. Wear gloves when handling.

Packaging is in French only. Please refer to our website for full details.

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Type: Annual
Rustic: No
Reseeds: No
Height: 24”
Color: Pink
Location: Full sun
Days to maturity: 110-120
Spacing: 9”
Topping: No
Seeds/packet: approx 50

Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors when all risk of frost has passed. Covering the crop with insect netting helps prevent the spread of aster yellows virus by leafhoppers. Fusarium-resistant variety.

Harvest when the outer petals of the flowers begin to open. Immediately after harvesting, remove the foliage from the lower half of the stem and place in water.

Up to 12 days in a vase.