Miss Europe Resist – China Aster Seed

New! Light pink, double-flowering aster.
Start the aster harvest with these ruffled, 2–3" wide, light pink, double blooms on sturdy stems and vigorous plants. Similar color to Tower Salmon but earlier to mature and plants are more uniform. Miss Europe Resist bloomed 5–7 days earlier than the Tower Series in our trials. Bloom form is similar to the Tower Series, although blooms are slightly looser and more ruffled. Peony-type blooms looks similar to heirloom garden mums. Also known as summer aster. Ht. 28–34." Avg. 15,600 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 10-14 days at 70-72°F (21-22°C)
SOWING: Transplant (recommended) – Sow 1/8" deep into 72-cell flats, or preferred seedling container, 6-8 weeks before planting out. Heat and reduced daylength initiate flowering. Establish plantings early to avoid short stems. Direct seed – Once soil temperature is 65-70°F (18-21°C). Provide support. Row cover or insect netting helps prevent the spread of Aster Yellows Virus by leafhoppers. Pinching not required.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT: Varies depending on variety.
PLANT SPACING: 6-12".
HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.
VASE LIFE: 7-10 days.
HARVEST: Fresh: Outside ray florets begin to open. Place immediately in water. Dried: When blooms are fully open.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Fertile, well-drained soil. pH: 5.5-7.5 preferred.
USES: Cut flowers, borders.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Callistephus chinensis