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Aster
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Colourful annuals with bright chrysanthemum-like flowers. Asters are frost tender and prone to wilt disease. Do not plant in soil which has grown asters the previous year - a light sandy soil, well prepared but not heavily manured is advised. Stake tall varieties grown for cut flowers.
Timing:
Plant in spring and summer for flowers in summer to autumn. Can plant in winter in tropics.
Positioning:
Sun.
Height:
Dwarf - 30cm Tall - 60-80cm
Planting Distance:
20-30cm
Colour:
Pinks, reds, purples, blues & whites.
Use:
Dwarf bedding, cottage gardens, cut flowers.
