Monday, September 23, 2013

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Pompom China Aster, Featured Plant of the Day


Callistephus chinensis 'Pompom'
syn. Aster sinensis
    China Aster

Type    Annual
Height    18" to 36" / 45cm to 90cm
Growth rate    Average
Form    Upright or erect
Exposure    Full sun

Bloom Color    Red
Bloom Time    Summer and Fall

The flowers are suitable for cut flowers.

Environment
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is sandy.
The pH preference is  a neutral soil.

Leaf Color    Green

Culture Notes
Once the flowers of the plant have been cut or have faded, it will not bloom again.  Start new plants at successive intervals to obtain longer bloom period.  Avoid planting in the same place in successive years to prevent diseases.