Aster Tall Princess Ruckley Supreme (Callistephus chinensis) – 100 Seeds

Description:

Delight your garden with the regal beauty of Aster Tall Princess Ruckley Supreme (Callistephus chinensis)! This elegant tall aster variety produces large, fully double blooms with rich, vibrant colors that brighten borders and floral arrangements from late summer to early fall. Its sturdy stems make it perfect for cut flowers, while its long blooming season attracts butterflies and pollinators, enhancing your garden’s biodiversity.

Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and bouquets, this aster adds a touch of supreme elegance and charm.

🌿 Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis

✨ Key Features:

• Large, fully double flowers in vivid colors

• Tall and sturdy stems ideal for cutting

• Long flowering period from late summer to fall

• Attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators

• Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and fresh bouquets

🌱 Growing Information:

☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
🌱 Sowing Time:

• Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Transplant outdoors after frost risk passes

🕰 Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
📏 Plant Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 inches)
📏 Spacing: 30 cm (12 inches)

🌱 Germination Time: 7–14 days
🌡 Germination Temperature: 18–22°C (65–72°F)

🌾 Soil & Watering:

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (6.0–7.0)

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging

🧑🌾 Usage & Care:

• Stake tall plants to support heavy blooms

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering

• Mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds

• Ideal for fresh-cut flower arrangements and garden displays

• Supports pollinator activity and biodiversity

Each packet contains 1 g of seeds which is about 100 seeds.