Magenta Needle Aster (Callistephus chinensis) Seeds

We promise to provide you with high-quality, fresh and viable flower seeds. Grow stunning, deep magenta globe-shaped flowers with textured needle-like petals that add drama to bouquets and borders. Add stunning texture and rich color to your garden with our Magenta Needle Aster seeds. This striking annual produces large, fully double, globe-shaped flower heads composed of numerous thin, needle-like petals in a vibrant deep magenta-purple. The unique spiky texture of the blooms creates a dramatic visual effect in garden borders and cut flower arrangements. Perfect for cutting gardens, floral arrangements, and colorful borders, Needle Aster is a favorite among flower farmers and home gardeners alike. The blooms hold their shape and color exceptionally well in vases, making them ideal for bouquets and floral design work. Whether you are looking to add texture to your garden or create stunning floral displays, this Needle Aster is an outstanding choice. How to Plant: Start Indoors (Recommended): Sow seeds 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not cover them completely as they need light to germinate. Soil Requirements: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil. Asters prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.0). Transplanting: Harden off seedlings gradually over one week. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until germination. Once established, water regularly during dry periods. Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time. Avoid over-fertilizing, which can reduce flower production. Deadheading: Remove spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season. PRODUCT DETAILS: Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis (China Aster) or Symphyotrichum (Needle Aster variety) Color: Deep Magenta / Violet-Purple Planting Time: Spring (after the last frost date) Optimal Temperature: 65°F – 75°F (18°C – 24°C) for germination; 60°F – 80°F (15°C – 27°C) for growth Pollination Method: Insect-pollinated (bees, butterflies) Planting Depth: 1/8 inch (do not cover seeds deeply; they require light to germinate) Seeds per Foot: 4 – 6 seeds per foot (thin to 1-2 plants per foot after germination) Life Cycle: Annual (grown as an annual in all US zones) Plant Height (inches): 24 – 36 inches (2–3 feet) – depending on variety Plant Spacing (inches): 12 – 18 inches Hardiness Zone (USDA): Zones 2 – 11 (annual in all zones; cannot tolerate frost) Resistance: Heat tolerant (with adequate water), some varieties show resistance to common aster diseases (wilt and rust) SPECIAL OFFERS: Buy More, Get More FREE Buy 4, Get 1 Free: Add 5 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 1 item – no coupon code needed! Buy 7, Get 2 Free: Add 9 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 2 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 12, Get 3 Free: Add 15 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 3 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 19, Get 4 Free: Add 23 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 4 items – no coupon code needed! Buy 23, Get 5 Free: Add 28 items to your cart, and the system will automatically deduct the price of 5 items – no coupon code needed!