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Chinese Aster (Callistephus chinensis)

Chinese Aster (Callistephus chinensis) are vibrant annuals offering a wide range of flower colors and forms, perfect for cutting gardens and summer bedding.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Moderate Feeding

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Avoid waterlogged soil; water at the base.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperatures between 15-24°C. Can tolerate cooler nights but dislikes extreme heat.

Fertilizer

Moderate Feeding

Balanced fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during active growth.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Lifespan

Annual

Plant Height

0.2-0.6 m

Spread

0.2-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

3-5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Amellus speciosus Gaterau
Aster chinensis L.
Aster hortensis (Cass.) Burb.
Aster lacinians Borbás
Aster regalis Salisb.
Brachyactis chinensis Bureau & Franch.
Callistemma hortense Cass.
Callistephus hortensis Cass.
Callistephus lacinians Borbás
Diplopappus chinensis (L.) Less.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusCallistephus
  • speciesCallistephus chinensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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